All comparisons
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Kia Carens
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 3,296,000 vs NPR 4,890,000
The verdict
The Kia Carens takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios's 1.
- The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios undercuts the Kia Carens by Rs 15.9 lakh — about 33% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Kia Carens carries 30 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- Crash safety is not a tie: the Kia Carens is rated 3 stars against 2 for the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | Kia Carens |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 3,296,000 | NPR 4,890,000 |
| Power | 83 hp | ★115 hp |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 114 Nm | ★144 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 165 mm | ★195 mm |
| Safety rating | 2 Star (Global NCAP) | ★3 Star (Global NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios or the Kia Carens?
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is cheaper at NPR 3,296,000 against NPR 4,890,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Kia Carens — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Kia Carens takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios's 1. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios undercuts the Kia Carens by Rs 15.9 lakh — about 33% of the more expensive car's price.