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Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV 3XO
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 5,290,000 vs NPR 4,800,000
The verdict
The Mahindra XUV 3XO takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Kia Seltos's 1.
- The Mahindra XUV 3XO undercuts the Kia Seltos by Rs 4.9 lakh — about 9% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Mahindra XUV 3XO carries 11 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- Crash safety is not a tie: the Mahindra XUV 3XO is rated 5 stars against 3 for the Kia Seltos.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Kia Seltos | Mahindra XUV 3XO |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | NPR 5,290,000 | ★NPR 4,800,000 |
| Power | ★115 hp | 111 hp |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 144 Nm | ★200 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 190 mm | ★201 mm |
| Safety rating | 3 Star (Global NCAP) | ★5 Star (Bharat NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Kia Seltos or the Mahindra XUV 3XO?
The Mahindra XUV 3XO is cheaper at NPR 4,800,000 against NPR 5,290,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV 3XO — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Mahindra XUV 3XO takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Kia Seltos's 1. The Mahindra XUV 3XO undercuts the Kia Seltos by Rs 4.9 lakh — about 9% of the more expensive car's price.