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Kia Sonet vs Suzuki Ignisin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 28 Aug 2026Comparing HTE 1.2 Petrol MT vs Delta variants
The short answer

Kia Sonet costs रु 1,09,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Kia Sonet if
Kia Sonet costs रु 1,09,000 less ex-showroom.

Most affordable Sonet; value-focused but sparsely equipped Cheapest entry to Kia SUV lineup in Nepal

Pros
Lower starting price than diesel trims
Proven 1.2L petrol suitable for city use
Cons
Least equipment among Sonet variants
Less torque and performance than diesel trims
As of 13 Jul 2026
Choose the Suzuki Ignis if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Best picked by budget-conscious buyers wanting a quirky, high-clearance city car. Worth the price if you prioritize basic safety and Suzuki reliability over features.

Pros
High 180 mm ground clearance suits Nepali roads.
Frugal 1.2L petrol engine shared with many Suzuki models.
Compact dimensions and 4.7 m turning radius aid city maneuverability.
Backed by wide CG MotoCorp Suzuki network for parts and service.
Cons
Feature set is basic versus Zeta and Alpha trims.
Likely misses touchscreen infotainment and alloy wheels.
No automatic gearbox option mentioned for Nepal Delta variant.
Price now close to better-equipped rivals and higher Ignis trims.
As of 21 Aug 2026
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Kia Sonet price in Nepal
Kia
रु 35,90,000Lowest price
Suzuki Ignis price in Nepal
Suzuki
रु 36,99,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 35,90,000Cheapest
रु 36,99,000
Range, all variants
रु 35,90,000 – रु 63,90,000
रु 36,99,000 – रु 45,19,000
Variants on sale
21
5
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
CG MotoCorp (Suzuki Cars Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
Occasional festival cash discounts by Kia Nepal on Sonet range
13 offers on other variants
cash
Reference historic ‘Naya-Suruwat’ EMI/down-payment schemes; current specific cash discounts not disclosed.
2 offers on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
Not disclosed
1,197 cc
Max power
Not disclosed
84 PS
Max torque
Not disclosed
113 Nm
Transmission
Not disclosed
manual
Drivetrain
Not disclosed
Front-wheel-drive
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
Not disclosed
3,700 mm
Width
Not disclosed
1,690 mm
Height
Not disclosed
1,595 mm
Wheelbase
Not disclosed
2,435 mm
Ground clearance
Not disclosed
180 mm
Boot space
Not disclosed
260 litres
Seating
Not disclosed
5
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
37
39Better
Service centres
29
45Better
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Basic fabric seats, manual AC expected for base trim
·Front power windows, basic interior package
As of 13 Jul 2026
·5-seat layout with fabric upholstery
·Manual air conditioning on lower variants
·Height-adjustable driver seat on higher trims, not Delta
As of 21 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay: Included
·Speakers: 4 speakers + 2 tweeters
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Basic audio system; touchscreen on higher trims, not Delta
·Power windows likely front only on Delta
As of 21 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Rear camera: Included
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Dual front airbags standard
·ABS with EBD standard across Ignis range
·ISOFIX child seat mounts on rear seats
As of 21 Aug 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·Electric sunroof: Included
·LED DRLs: Included
·Body colours: Magma Red; Pewter Olive; Glacier White Pearl; Aurora Black Pearl; Gravity Grey
As of 03 Aug 2026
·Compact crossover-hatch styling with flared wheel arches
·15-inch steel wheels on Delta; alloys on higher trims
·Distinctive upright stance and high roofline
As of 21 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Launched in Nepal as base petrol trim at Rs 35.90 lakhs
·Imported from India under Kia’s official channel
As of 13 Jul 2026
·Officially sold by Suzuki Nepal/CG MotoCorp
·Delta is the entry Ignis variant in Nepal
·Ignis available only as petrol in Nepal
As of 21 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Kia Sonet

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Suzuki Ignis

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 5-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 35,90,000
रु 36,99,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 25,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 8,485
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 36,23,985
≈ रु 37,32,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 43,162 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 44,472 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Kia Sonet vs Suzuki Ignis — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Sonet or Suzuki Ignis?

As of August 2026, the Kia Sonet starts at Rs 35.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.09 lakh less than the Suzuki Ignis at Rs 36.99 lakh.

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

The Kia Sonet costs Rs 35.9 lakh to Rs 63.9 lakh and the Suzuki Ignis costs Rs 36.99 lakh to Rs 45.19 lakh (ex-showroom, August 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Sonet or the Suzuki Ignis?

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

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