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Kia Sonet vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara
Nepal prices, verified July 2026 · NPR 4,190,000 vs NPR 5,899,000
The verdict
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara takes 3 of the 5 measures to the Kia Sonet's 1, with 1 measure tied.
- The Kia Sonet undercuts the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara by Rs 17.1 lakh — about 29% of the more expensive car's price.
- The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara carries 5 mm more ground clearance, which is the difference that shows up on unsealed roads outside the valley.
- The Kia Sonet has an independent crash rating; the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara has not been published, which is itself worth weighing.
Spec by spec
| Measure | Kia Sonet | Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara |
|---|---|---|
| PriceEx-showroom, base variant. | ★NPR 4,190,000 | NPR 5,899,000 |
| Power | 83 hp | ★116 hp |
| TorqueMatters on Nepal's sustained hill climbs. | 115 Nm | ★141 Nm |
| Ground clearanceThe single most underrated spec on Nepali roads. | 205 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 Sonet or the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The Kia Sonet is cheaper at NPR 4,190,000 against NPR 5,899,000. Both figures are ex-showroom for the base variant, verified July 2026.
Kia Sonet vs Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara — which is better for Nepali roads?
The Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara takes 3 of the 5 measures to the Kia Sonet's 1, with 1 measure tied. The Kia Sonet undercuts the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara by Rs 17.1 lakh — about 29% of the more expensive car's price.