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Kia Seltos Diesel vs Suzuki Jimny in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 21, 2026

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At a glance
Kia Seltos DieselSuzuki Jimny
Ex-showroom priceRs 57.9 lakh – Rs 82.9 lakhRs 59.99 lakh – Rs 68.99 lakh
Fueldieselpetrol
Variants on sale84
DistributorContinental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)CG MotoCorp (Maruti Suzuki / Suzuki Nepal)
Variant-wise prices (July 21, 2026)

Kia Seltos Diesel

HTK Plus (DSL) 1.5 Diesel MTरु 71,90,000
HTX+ 1.5 Dieselरु 68,90,000
GTX+ AT 1.5 Dieselरु 82,90,000
HTK+ Diesel ATरु 60,90,000
HTK+ Diesel MTरु 57,90,000
HTX+ Diesel MTरु 66,90,000
HTX+ DSL 1.5L Dieselरु 71,90,000
GTX+ AT DSL (1.5L Automatic)रु 82,90,000

Suzuki Jimny

GLरु 63,99,000
Alphaरु 68,99,000
Zeta MTरु 59,99,000
Alpha MTरु 64,49,000
Specifications — Seltos Diesel HTK+ Diesel AT vs Jimny Zeta MT
CategoryKia Seltos DieselSuzuki Jimny
Battery & Range
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 1.5-liter diesel, 6AT
  • 1.5L K15B petrol, 104.8 PS, 134.2 Nm
  • 5-speed manual transmission
  • ALLGRIP PRO 4WD
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 2610 mm shared across all Nepal Seltos trims
  • Ground clearance 190 mm for all trims unless stated otherwise
  • Wheelbase: 2,590 mm
  • Ground clearance: 210 mm
Dimensions
  • Length 4365 mm for all current Nepal Seltos variants
  • Width 1800 mm for all trims
  • Height 1645 mm for all trims
  • Length: 3,985 mm
  • Width: 1,645 mm
  • Height: 1,720 mm
Cargo
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Boot space: 211 litres
  • Not disclosed officially beyond 211 litres (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • 5-seater cabin
  • Ladder-frame chassis for durability
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Infotainment details not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • 6 airbags standard across variants
  • ABS with EBD and ESP listed in review coverage
Design & Exterior
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Boxy off-road styling with short overhangs
  • Colours include Blue, Grey, White, Silver, Red, Brown
Sales & Imports
  • Diesel automatic HTK+ priced at Rs. 60.90 lakhs in Nepal
  • Official Nepal launch reported with two variants
  • Manual-only Nepal launch coverage reported by NepalDrives
Value for Money Verdict
  • Automatic diesel option for comfort-focused buyers
  • Best-value Jimny trim if buying for price and off-road capability (inference from Nepali launch pricing).
Pros
  • Automatic transmission offered in diesel HTK+
  • Strong off-road hardware
  • Compact size suits urban use
  • 210 mm ground clearance
Cons
  • Pricier than manual diesel HTK+ by Rs. 3.0 lakhs
  • No EV range; petrol only
  • Automatic not officially sold in Nepal launch batch
  • Cargo space is modest at 211 litres

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Seltos Diesel or Suzuki Jimny?

As of July 2026, the Kia Seltos Diesel starts at Rs 57.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.09 lakh less than the Suzuki Jimny at Rs 59.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Seltos Diesel and Suzuki Jimny in Nepal?

The Kia Seltos Diesel costs Rs 57.9 lakh to Rs 82.9 lakh and the Suzuki Jimny costs Rs 59.99 lakh to Rs 68.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Seltos Diesel or the Suzuki Jimny?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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