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Kia Seltos Diesel vs Toyota Raize in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 18, 2026

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At a glance

	Kia Seltos Diesel	Toyota Raize
Ex-showroom price	Rs 68.9 lakh – Rs 82.9 lakh	Rs 66 lakh – Rs 86 lakh
Fuel	diesel	petrol
Variants on sale	4	12
Distributor	Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)	United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.

Variant-wise prices (July 18, 2026)

Kia Seltos Diesel

HTX+ 1.5 Diesel	रु 68,90,000
GTX+ AT 1.5 Diesel	रु 82,90,000
HTX+ DSL (1.5L )	रु 71,90,000
GTX+ AT DSL (1.5L Automatic)	रु 82,90,000

Toyota Raize

Raize 1.2 L Manual Transmission	रु 68,50,000
Raize 1.2 L Automatic Transmission	रु 75,00,000
Raize 1.0 L Manual Transmission	रु 82,00,000
Raize 1.0 L Automatic Transmission	रु 86,00,000
1.2 E MT	रु 66,00,000
1.2 E CVT	रु 72,50,000
1.0 Turbo E MT	रु 82,00,000
1.0L Turbo CVT	रु 86,00,000

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Specifications — Seltos Diesel HTX+ DSL (1.5L ) vs Raize Raize 1.2 L Manual Transmission

Category	Kia Seltos Diesel	Toyota Raize
Battery & Range	Not an EV; powered by 1.5L CRDi VGT diesel engine	Not an EV; petrol-only compact SUV
Motor Power & Drivetrain	1.5L CRDi VGT diesel, approx 115 PS, 250 Nm 6-speed manual transmission, front-wheel drive	1.2L naturally-aspirated petrol, 1198 cc, 87 bhp, 113 Nm 5-speed manual transmission, front-wheel drive 36-liter fuel tank capacity
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance	Wheelbase 2610 mm shared across Seltos trims Ground clearance about 190 mm, common for Seltos	Wheelbase 2525 mm Ground clearance 200 mm
Dimensions	Length about 4365 mm, width 1800 mm, height 1645 mm Turning radius about 5.3 m	Length 4030 mm, width 1710 mm, height 1635 mm Five-seater sub-4m compact SUV
Cargo	Boot space about 433 litres 60:40 split-fold rear seats to expand cargo	Boot capacity around 369 liters 60:40 split-fold rear seats to expand cargo space
Comfort & Interior	Automatic climate control with rear AC vents Leatherette upholstery and soft-touch cabin elements Driver seat height adjustment, front armrest with storage Rear seat recline with adjustable headrests	Fabric seats with manual adjustment Automatic air conditioning on higher trims, manual on base Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
Infotainment & Convenience	10.25-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Instrument cluster with 7-inch color display Cruise control and steering-mounted controls Keyless entry with push-button start	Touchscreen audio with USB and Bluetooth Multi-information display in instrument cluster Keyless entry, power windows standard
Safety	Six airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, hill-assist Rear parking sensors with camera, TPMS Isofix child seat mounts on rear seats	Dual front airbags ABS with EBD, Vehicle Stability Control Hill-start assist and ISOFIX child seat anchors
Design & Exterior	LED headlamps with DRLs and LED fog lamps Signature tiger-nose grille with chrome accents 17-inch alloy wheels specific to HTX+ trim Roof rails and rear spoiler included	LED headlights and LED DRLs on most trims 16-inch alloy wheels on 1.2L variants Bold front grille, compact SUV styling
Sales & Imports	Imported and distributed by Continental Trading Enterprises, Kathmandu Diesel positioned as higher variant above petrol HTX	Officially imported and sold by United Traders Syndicate Bookings opened with Rs 1 lakh deposit
Value for Money Verdict	HTX+ DSL priced at Rs 71.90 lakh; premium for features Good value for feature-rich diesel SUV in C-segment	Positioned as Toyota’s most affordable compact SUV in Nepal Higher price than rival sub-4m SUVs but strong brand image
Pros	Strong diesel torque with manual gearbox flexibility Rich feature list: LED lighting, large touchscreen, safety kit Comfortable ride and practical cabin space	Toyota reliability and resale value High 200 mm ground clearance for Nepali roads Efficient 1.2L engine for city use
Cons	Higher initial price than petrol HTX variants Manual-only diesel may deter some automatic buyers Diesel ownership concerns with future regulations	Power output modest compared to turbo rivals Feature list less flashy than Korean competitors Price higher than some similarly-sized SUVs

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Seltos Diesel or Toyota Raize?

As of July 2026, the Toyota Raize starts at Rs 66 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.9 lakh less than the Kia Seltos Diesel at Rs 68.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Seltos Diesel and Toyota Raize in Nepal?

The Kia Seltos Diesel costs Rs 68.9 lakh to Rs 82.9 lakh and the Toyota Raize costs Rs 66 lakh to Rs 86 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Seltos Diesel or the Toyota Raize?

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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