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Kia Sonet Diesel vs Suzuki Baleno in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
Kia Sonet DieselSuzuki Baleno
Ex-showroom priceRs 35.9 lakh – Rs 59.9 lakhRs 35.99 lakh – Rs 45.99 lakh
Fueldieselpetrol
Variants on sale124
DistributorContinental Associates Pvt. Ltd.CG Motocorp Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Kia Sonet Diesel

1.5L Dieselरु 51,90,000
1.5L HTX AT Dieselरु 57,90,000
1.5L GTX Plus AT Dieselरु 59,90,000
HTX MTरु 47,90,000
HTK+ ATरु 49,90,000
GTX+ MTरु 57,90,000
HTEरु 35,90,000
HTE MTरु 42,40,000

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Suzuki Baleno

Sigmaरु 35,99,000
Deltaरु 38,99,000
Zetaरु 42,99,000
Alphaरु 45,99,000
Specifications — Sonet Diesel HTX MT vs Baleno Delta
CategoryKia Sonet DieselSuzuki Baleno
Battery & Range
  • Not applicable (diesel ICE, not EV)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-14)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 1.5-litre diesel, 100 hp, 240 Nm, 6-speed manual
  • 1.2L VVT K12 petrol, 5-speed manual
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Ground clearance 200 mm on showcased Sonet diesel unit
  • Wheelbase 2520 mm; ground clearance 170 mm
Dimensions
  • Overall sub‑4m crossover SUV footprint, compact urban‑focused size
  • Length 3990 mm, width 1745 mm, height 1500 mm
Cargo
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • 339 L boot; 756 L with rear seats folded
Comfort & Interior
  • Premium interior with higher trim level on HTX
  • Electric sunroof highlighted in Nepal promos as key feature
  • Rear-seat fold-down utility; premium hatchback cabin positioning
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Large touchscreen infotainment available on HTX trim
  • Steering-mounted controls and advanced convenience features
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-14)
Safety
  • More safety equipment than base, including rear camera
  • Dual airbags and ABS with EBD standard
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-14)
Design & Exterior
  • Kia Sonet styling shown in Nepal distributor media
  • Six colours reported: Blue, Grey, White, Silver, Beige, Red
Sales & Imports
  • One of four Nepal variants; diesel lineup only in Nepal
  • Two Nepal variants listed by official distributor-era coverage: Delta and Zeta
Value for Money Verdict
  • Mid-range diesel manual variant among Nepal Sonet trims
  • Mid-variant with the lowest current Nepal price
Pros
  • Diesel torque suits highway use
  • Lower entry price than Zeta
Cons
  • Key feature/spec disclosures not found in Nepal portals (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Feature details not confirmed in Nepal sources provided

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Sonet Diesel or Suzuki Baleno?

As of July 2026, the Kia Sonet Diesel starts at Rs 35.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.09 lakh less than the Suzuki Baleno at Rs 35.99 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Sonet Diesel and Suzuki Baleno in Nepal?

The Kia Sonet Diesel costs Rs 35.9 lakh to Rs 59.9 lakh and the Suzuki Baleno costs Rs 35.99 lakh to Rs 45.99 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Sonet Diesel or the Suzuki Baleno?

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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