Citroen C5 Aircross Shine vs Kia Sonet HTE Petrol Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Citroen C5 Aircross starts at Rs 1.35 crore and the Kia Sonet at Rs 41.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 93.1 lakh less (222%). The Citroen C5 Aircross returns about 17.5 kmpl and the Kia Sonet about 18.4 kmpl. Engines are 1997 cc and 998 cc. Figures on this page are for the Citroen C5 Aircross Shine and the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol.

Boot space is 580 litres in the Citroen C5 Aircross and 385 litres in the Kia Sonet. Pick the Citroen C5 Aircross if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills.

Citroen C5 Aircross in Nepal
Diesel
Citroen

C5 Aircross Shine

Rs. 1.35 Cr
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Kia Sonet in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Sonet HTE Petrol

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
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Citroen C5 Aircross vs Kia Sonet

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 1.35 Cr
Rs. 41.90 Lakh

Fuel Type

Diesel
Petrol

Engine

↑ higher

1997 cc
998 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

17.5 kmpl
18.4 kmpl

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic (EAT8)
7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

8.2s
11.3s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

17.5 kmpl
18.4 kmpl

Transmission

8-Speed Automatic (EAT8)
7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT

Fuel Tank

52 L
45 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

1997 cc
998 cc

Engine Power

177 bhp (Diesel) / 225 hp (PHEV Combined)
118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm

Top Speed

↑ higher

219 km/h
170 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

8.2s
11.3s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

4500 mm
3995 mm

Width

1969 mm
1790 mm

Height

1710 mm
1642 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2730 mm
2500 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

230 mm
205 mm

Features

Citroen C5 Aircross

No features listed

Kia Sonet

No features listed

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Citroen C5 Aircross Shine vs Kia Sonet HTE Petrol FAQs

Which is better, Citroen C5 Aircross or Kia Sonet in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Citroen C5 Aircross if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills.
What is the price difference between Citroen C5 Aircross and Kia Sonet?
The Citroen C5 Aircross starts at Rs 1.35 crore and the Kia Sonet at Rs 41.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 93.1 lakh less (222%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, C5 Aircross or Sonet?
The Citroen C5 Aircross returns about 17.5 kmpl and the Kia Sonet about 18.4 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Citroen C5 Aircross and Kia Sonet have?
The Citroen C5 Aircross has a 1997 cc engine making 177 bhp (Diesel) / 225 hp (PHEV Combined). The Kia Sonet has a 998 cc engine making 118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm.
How far can the C5 Aircross and Sonet go on a full tank?
The Citroen C5 Aircross has a 52 litre tank, about 910 km at 17.5 kmpl. The Kia Sonet has a 45 litre tank, about 828 km at 18.4 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Citroen C5 Aircross and Kia Sonet use?
The Citroen C5 Aircross uses a 8-Speed Automatic (EAT8) gearbox and the Kia Sonet a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox.
Which has more space, C5 Aircross or Sonet?
The Citroen C5 Aircross seats 5 and the Kia Sonet seats 5. Boot space is 580 litres against 385 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, C5 Aircross or Sonet?
The Citroen C5 Aircross has 230 mm of ground clearance and the Kia Sonet has 205 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.