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Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 5,290,000 vs NPR 7,400,000
The verdict
The Mahindra XUV700 takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Kia Seltos's 1.
- The Kia Seltos undercuts the Mahindra XUV700 by Rs 21.1 lakh — about 29% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Mahindra XUV700 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 Mahindra XUV700 is rated 5 stars against 3 for the Kia Seltos.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Kia Seltos | Mahindra XUV700 |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 5,290,000 | NPR 7,400,000 |
| Power | 115 hp | ★200 hp |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 144 Nm | ★380 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 190 mm | ★200 mm |
| Safety rating | 3 Star (Global NCAP) | ★5 Star (Global NCAP) |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Kia Seltos or the Mahindra XUV700?
The Kia Seltos is cheaper at NPR 5,290,000 against NPR 7,400,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Kia Seltos vs Mahindra XUV700 — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Mahindra XUV700 takes 4 of the 5 measures to the Kia Seltos's 1. The Kia Seltos undercuts the Mahindra XUV700 by Rs 21.1 lakh — about 29% of the more expensive car's price.