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Kia Sportage vs SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Landerin Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 27 Jul 2026Comparing (single official trim – petrol AT) vs D-MAX Hi-Lander 2499cc Diesel variants
The short answer

SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs रु 1,00,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Kia Sportage if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Price tag around NPR 65.9 lakh on‑road Considered good value for money in its segment Positioned as practical yet premium family SUV

Pros
Balanced and stable ride quality
Strong safety equipment for the segment
Spacious cabin and large cargo area
Premium exterior styling appeals to urban buyers
Cons
Price described as "not cheap" for the class
Only single powertrain option officially highlighted
Exact feature list less advertised compared to rivals
As of 13 Jul 2026
Choose the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander if
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs रु 1,00,000 less ex-showroom.
10 rows compared
Kia Sportage price in Nepal
Kia
रु 65,90,000
SML Isuzu
रु 64,90,000Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 65,90,000
रु 64,90,000Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 65,90,000 – रु 1,25,90,000
रु 64,90,000
Variants on sale
4
1
Fuel
diesel
diesel
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Isuzu Nepal main distributor) / Times Motors (Isuzu dealer)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cash
Seasonal "Kia Monsoon Drive" cash discount on select Kia models, may include Sportage
bundled
Exchange support and finance schemes during Monsoon campaign
3 offers on other variants
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
155 PS
Not disclosed
Max torque
192 Nm
Not disclosed
Transmission
automatic
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
30Better
2
Service centres
29
Not disclosed
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Smart and practical interior layout
·Spacious rear seat with ample legroom
·Interior focused on comfort for family use
As of 13 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Convenience features described as well equipped
·Detailed infotainment specs not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
As of 13 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
🛡️Safety
·Dual front airbags
·ABS with EBD
·Electronic Stability Control
·Downhill Brake Control
·All‑around 3‑point seatbelts
·Remote central door locking
·Advanced anti‑theft system with immobilizer
·Child‑safety door locks
As of 13 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
✨Design & Exterior
·Muscular silhouette with modern athletic design
·Positioned as a premium, stylish compact SUV
As of 13 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📊Sales & Imports
·Sold officially in Nepal via Lavish Mobility
·Current generation marketed as "All‑New Sportage" in Nepal
·Specific yearly import numbers not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
As of 13 Jul 2026
Not disclosed

Every variant, priced

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

Kia Sportage
SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander

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 65,90,000
रु 64,90,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 27,500
≈ रु 25,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 8,485
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 66,28,245
≈ रु 65,23,985
EMI / month
≈ रु 79,230 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 78,028 · 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 Sportage vs SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Sportage or SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander?

As of July 2026, the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander starts at Rs 64.9 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1 lakh less than the Kia Sportage at Rs 65.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Sportage and SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander in Nepal?

The Kia Sportage costs Rs 65.9 lakh to Rs 1.26 crore and the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander costs Rs 64.9 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Sportage or the SML Isuzu D-MAX Hi-Lander?

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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