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Kia Seltos vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 5,290,000 vs NPR 5,899,000
The verdict
These two split the scorecard 2–2, with 1 measure tied, so the decision comes down to what you weight most.
- The Kia Seltos undercuts the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara by Rs 6.1 lakh — about 10% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara carries 20 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- The Kia Seltos has an independent crash rating; the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has not been published, which is itself worth weighing.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Kia Seltos | Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 5,290,000 | NPR 5,899,000 |
| Power | 115 hp | ★116 hp |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | ★144 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 190 mm | ★210 mm |
| Safety rating | 3 Star (Global NCAP) | Not rated |
★ marks the stronger figure on that measure. Ties are unmarked.
Common questions
Which is cheaper in Nepal, the Kia Seltos or the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The Kia Seltos is cheaper at NPR 5,290,000 against NPR 5,899,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Kia Seltos vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara — 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 Kia Seltos undercuts the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara by Rs 6.1 lakh — about 10% of the more expensive car's price.