All comparisons
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Kia Seltos
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 3,296,000 vs NPR 5,290,000
The verdict
The Kia Seltos takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios's 1.
- The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios undercuts the Kia Seltos by Rs 19.9 lakh — about 38% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Kia Seltos carries 25 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 Seltos is rated 3 stars against 2 for the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | Kia Seltos |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 3,296,000 | NPR 5,290,000 |
| 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 | ★190 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 Seltos?
The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios is cheaper at NPR 3,296,000 against NPR 5,290,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Hyundai Grand i10 Nios vs Kia Seltos — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Kia Seltos takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Hyundai Grand i10 Nios's 1. The Hyundai Grand i10 Nios undercuts the Kia Seltos by Rs 19.9 lakh — about 38% of the more expensive car's price.