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Kia Seltos vs Skoda Slavia in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
Kia SeltosSkoda Slavia
Ex-showroom priceRs 49.9 lakh – Rs 95.9 lakhRs 49.9 lakh – Rs 75.9 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale176
DistributorContinental Associates Pvt. Ltd.MAW Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Kia Seltos

HTK Plus (GSL) 1.5 Petrol MTरु 57,90,000
HTK Plus (iMT) 1.5T Petrol iMTरु 56,90,000
HTX MT 1.5 Petrolरु 65,90,000
HTK Plus (DSL) 1.5 Diesel MTरु 71,90,000
HTKरु 49,90,000
HTK+ Petrolरु 53,40,000
HTK+ Diesel MTरु 57,90,000
HTK+ Diesel ATरु 60,90,000

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Skoda Slavia

Slavia Activeरु 49,90,000
Slavia Ambition MTरु 58,90,000
Slavia Ambition ATरु 65,90,000
Slavia Style MTरु 67,90,000
Slavia Style ATरु 75,90,000
Active MTरु 49,90,000
Specifications — Seltos HTX MT 1.5 Petrol vs Slavia Slavia Ambition MT
CategoryKia SeltosSkoda Slavia
Battery & Range
  • Not an EV; no traction battery
  • Petrol-only sedan, no EV battery or electric range
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 1.5L Smartstream petrol, ~115 PS, FWD, 6MT
  • Higher-trim manual focused on features
  • 999 cc 1.0 TSI turbo-petrol, 114 bhp, FWD
  • 6-speed manual transmission
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 2610 mm shared across all Nepal Seltos trims
  • Ground clearance 190 mm for all trims unless stated otherwise
  • Wheelbase 2651 mm shared across all trims
  • Ground clearance 179 mm for all Slavia variants
Dimensions
  • Length 4365 mm for all current Nepal Seltos variants
  • Width 1800 mm for all trims
  • Height 1645 mm for all trims
  • Length 4541 mm
  • Width 1752 mm
  • Height 1507 mm
Cargo
  • Boot ~433–445L, flat load bay
  • Foldable rear seats for larger cargo
  • Boot space 521 litres across the range
  • Fuel tank 45 litres
Comfort & Interior
  • Premium fabric or leatherette seats
  • Automatic climate control on HTX
  • Multifunction steering, rear armrest
  • Automatic climate control on Ambition trim in India
  • Rear AC vents and centre armrest
  • Fabric upholstery with more premium finish than Active
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Large touchscreen with smartphone connectivity
  • Cruise control likely on HTX trim
  • USB charging ports front and rear
  • 8-inch touchscreen infotainment on mid Ambition variant
  • Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
  • Cruise control likely on Ambition and above
Safety
  • Dual airbags, ABS, rear camera, parking sensors
  • Additional safety like ESC on higher trims
  • Dual front airbags; side airbags may start from higher trims
  • ABS, ESC, traction control standard
  • Rear parking sensors and camera on Ambition MT
Design & Exterior
  • LED headlamps and DRLs on HTX
  • Alloy wheels with premium design
  • Chrome exterior accents and roof rails
  • LED DRLs with projector headlamps on mid trim in India
  • Alloy wheels standard from Ambition upwards
  • Chrome grille and door handles on higher trims
Sales & Imports
  • Positioned as premium manual petrol option
  • Imported via official Kia Nepal channels
  • Skoda Slavia positioned above Rapid, targeting premium sedan segment
  • Limited unit imports aligned with Nepal C-segment demand
Value for Money Verdict
  • Strong feature list for price in Nepal
  • Good choice for tech-focused buyers
  • Ambition MT balances features and price for enthusiasts
  • More kit than Active for ~9 lakh premium
Pros
  • Rich equipment without automatic price premium
  • Stylish exterior with LEDs and alloys
  • Comfort features like auto AC, rear armrest
  • Feature-rich vs base while keeping manual engagement
  • Modern infotainment and automatic AC improve daily usability
  • European build quality and driving dynamics
Cons
  • Manual gearbox only; no IVT at this price
  • Higher purchase cost than HTK+ petrol
  • Still misses some luxury features of Style
  • Manual gearbox not preferred by some urban buyers
  • Price premium over Japanese rivals may deter value-focused buyers

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Seltos or Skoda Slavia?

As of July 2026, the Kia Seltos starts at Rs 49.9 lakh ex-showroom — the same as the Skoda Slavia at Rs 49.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Seltos and Skoda Slavia in Nepal?

The Kia Seltos costs Rs 49.9 lakh to Rs 95.9 lakh and the Skoda Slavia costs Rs 49.9 lakh to Rs 75.9 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Seltos or the Skoda Slavia?

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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