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Honda City SV MT vs Kia Sonet HTE Petrol Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Honda City starts at Rs 59.9 lakh and the Kia Sonet at Rs 41.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 18 lakh less (43%). The Honda City returns about 17.8 kmpl and the Kia Sonet about 18.4 kmpl. Engines are 1498 cc and 998 cc. Figures on this page are for the Honda City SV MT and the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol.

Boot space is 506 litres in the Honda City and 385 litres in the Kia Sonet. Pick the Honda City if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.

Honda City in Nepal
Petrol
Honda

City SV MT

Rs. 59.90 Lakh
View full details of the Honda City SV MT
Kia Sonet in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Sonet HTE Petrol

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
View full details of the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol

Honda City vs Kia Sonet

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Spec Score(16 specs)
3
16 specs
Honda City
Best
3
16 specs
Kia Sonet
Best
City
Petrol
Honda City
Rs. 59.90 Lakh
Sonet
Petrol
Kia Sonet
Rs. 41.90 Lakh

Complete view of all specifications in one place

Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 59.90 Lakh
Rs. 41.90 Lakh

Fuel Type

Petrol
Petrol

Engine

↑ higher

1498 cc
998 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

17.8 kmpl
18.4 kmpl

Transmission

6-Speed MT / 7-Speed CVT / e-CVT
7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

N/A
11.3s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

17.8 kmpl
18.4 kmpl

Transmission

6-Speed MT / 7-Speed CVT / e-CVT
7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT

Fuel Tank

40 L
45 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

1498 cc
998 cc

Engine Power

N/A
118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm

Top Speed

↑ higher

N/A
170 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

N/A
11.3s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

N/A
3995 mm

Width

1748 mm
1790 mm

Height

1489 mm
1642 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2600 mm
2500 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

165 mm
205 mm

Features

Honda City

No features listed

Kia Sonet

No features listed

Prices and more comparisons

For every trim and the latest price, see Honda City price in Nepal and Kia Sonet price in Nepal. Browse by budget: Petrol cars under Rs 1 crore in Nepal.

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Honda City SV MT vs Kia Sonet HTE Petrol FAQs

Which is better, Honda City or Kia Sonet in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Honda City if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.
What is the price difference between Honda City and Kia Sonet?
The Honda City starts at Rs 59.9 lakh and the Kia Sonet at Rs 41.9 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 18 lakh less (43%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, City or Sonet?
The Honda City returns about 17.8 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 Honda City and Kia Sonet have?
The Honda City has a 1498 cc engine. The Kia Sonet has a 998 cc engine making 118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm.
How far can the City and Sonet go on a full tank?
The Honda City has a 40 litre tank, about 712 km at 17.8 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 Honda City and Kia Sonet use?
The Honda City uses a 6-Speed MT / 7-Speed CVT / e-CVT gearbox and the Kia Sonet a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox.
Which has more space, City or Sonet?
The Honda City seats 5 and the Kia Sonet seats 5. Boot space is 506 litres against 385 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, City or Sonet?
The Honda City has 165 mm of ground clearance and the Kia Sonet has 205 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.