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Hyundai Venue vs Kia Sonet
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,096,000 vs NPR 4,190,000
The verdict
These two split the scorecard 2–2, with 1 measure tied, so the decision comes down to what you weight most.
- The Hyundai Venue undercuts the Kia Sonet by Rs 0.9 lakh — about 2% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Kia Sonet carries 10 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- Crash safety is not a tie: the Hyundai Venue is rated 4 stars against 3 for the Kia Sonet.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Hyundai Venue | Kia Sonet |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 4,096,000 | NPR 4,190,000 |
| Power | 83 hp | 83 hp |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 114 Nm | ★115 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 195 mm | ★205 mm |
| Safety rating | ★4 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 Venue or the Kia Sonet?
The Hyundai Venue is cheaper at NPR 4,096,000 against NPR 4,190,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Hyundai Venue vs Kia Sonet — which is better for Nepali roads?
These two split the scorecard 2–2, with 1 measure tied, so the decision comes down to what you weight most. The Hyundai Venue undercuts the Kia Sonet by Rs 0.9 lakh — about 2% of the more expensive car's price.