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Kia Sportage vs Suzuki Jimny in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 22, 2026

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At a glance
Kia SportageSuzuki Jimny
Ex-showroom priceRs 65.9 lakh – Rs 1.26 croreRs 63.99 lakh – Rs 74.79 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale47
DistributorContinental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)CG MotoCorp (Maruti Suzuki / Suzuki Nepal)
Variant-wise prices (July 22, 2026)

Kia Sportage

X-Line 2.5 Petrol ATरु 1,25,90,000
(single official trim – petrol AT)रु 65,90,000
(current Nepal petrol variant)रु 65,90,000
X-Line (Petrol AT, current Nepal spec)रु 1,25,90,000

Suzuki Jimny

GLरु 63,99,000
Alphaरु 68,99,000
Zeta MTरु 63,99,000
Zeta ATरु 70,49,000
Alpha ATरु 74,49,000
Alpha Dual MTरु 69,29,000
Alpha Dual ATरु 74,79,000
Specifications — Sportage (single official trim – petrol AT) vs Jimny Zeta MT
CategoryKia SportageSuzuki Jimny
Battery & Range
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 2.0L petrol engine, 155 bhp, 192 Nm torque
  • 6‑speed automatic transmission with front‑wheel drive
  • 1.5L K15B petrol, 104.8 PS, 134.2 Nm
  • 5-speed manual transmission
  • ALLGRIP PRO 4WD
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Ground clearance: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Wheelbase: 2,590 mm
  • Ground clearance: 210 mm
Dimensions
  • Overall dimensions: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Length: 3,985 mm
  • Width: 1,645 mm
  • Height: 1,720 mm
Cargo
  • Luggage capacity 591 litres
  • Second‑row legroom 996 mm
  • Second‑row headroom 1,000 mm
  • Boot space: 211 litres
  • Not disclosed officially beyond 211 litres (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Smart and practical interior layout
  • Spacious rear seat with ample legroom
  • Interior focused on comfort for family use
  • 5-seater cabin
  • Ladder-frame chassis for durability
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Convenience features described as well equipped
  • Detailed infotainment specs not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Infotainment details not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
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
  • 6 airbags standard across variants
  • ABS with EBD and ESP listed in review coverage
Design & Exterior
  • Muscular silhouette with modern athletic design
  • Positioned as a premium, stylish compact SUV
  • Boxy off-road styling with short overhangs
  • Colours include Blue, Grey, White, Silver, Red, Brown
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)
  • Official Nepal launch reported with two variants
  • Manual-only Nepal launch coverage reported by NepalDrives
Value for Money Verdict
  • Price tag around NPR 65.9 lakh on‑road
  • Considered good value for money in its segment
  • Positioned as practical yet premium family SUV
  • Best-value Jimny trim if buying for price and off-road capability (inference from Nepali launch pricing).
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
  • Strong off-road hardware
  • Compact size suits urban use
  • 210 mm ground clearance
Cons
  • Price described as "not cheap" for the class
  • Only single powertrain option officially highlighted
  • Exact feature list less advertised compared to rivals
  • No EV range; petrol only
  • Automatic not officially sold in Nepal launch batch
  • Cargo space is modest at 211 litres

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Sportage or Suzuki Jimny?

As of July 2026, the Suzuki Jimny starts at Rs 63.99 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 1.91 lakh less than the Kia Sportage at Rs 65.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Sportage and Suzuki Jimny in Nepal?

The Kia Sportage costs Rs 65.9 lakh to Rs 1.26 crore and the Suzuki Jimny costs Rs 63.99 lakh to Rs 74.79 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Sportage or the Suzuki Jimny?

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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