Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Kia Sorento Hybrid (EX) Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Kia Sorento at Rs 1.7 crore in Nepal, so the Hyundai Santa Fe costs Rs 3.94 lakh less (2%). Engines are 2497 cc and 1598 cc. Figures on this page are for the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) and the Kia Sorento Hybrid (EX).

Boot space is 547 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe and 179 litres in the Kia Sorento. Pick the Hyundai Santa Fe if you want to spend less or you need more boot space. Pick the Kia Sorento if you need room for 7.

Hyundai Santa Fe in Nepal
Petrol
Hyundai

Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

Rs. 1.66 Cr
View full details of the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel)
Kia Sorento in Nepal
Hybrid
Kia

Sorento Hybrid (EX)

Rs. 1.70 Cr
View full details of the Kia Sorento Hybrid (EX)

Hyundai Santa Fe vs Kia Sorento

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 1.66 Cr
Rs. 1.70 Cr

Fuel Type

Petrol
Hybrid

Engine

↑ higher

2497 cc
1598 cc

Transmission

8-Speed DCT
6-Speed Automatic

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

7.8s
8.3s

Battery / Fuel

Transmission

8-Speed DCT
6-Speed Automatic

Fuel Tank

71 L
67 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

2497 cc
1598 cc

Engine Power

277 bhp
261 bhp (PHEV Combined) / 227 bhp (HEV Combined)

Top Speed

↑ higher

210 km/h
183 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

7.8s
8.3s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
7 seats

Dimensions

Length

4830 mm
4815 mm

Width

1890 mm
1900 mm

Height

1680 mm
1700 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2765 mm
2815 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

177 mm
176 mm

Features

Hyundai Santa Fe

No features listed

Kia Sorento

No features listed

Prices and more comparisons

For every trim and the latest price, see Hyundai Santa Fe price in Nepal and Kia Sorento price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All petrol car prices in Nepal.

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Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Kia Sorento Hybrid (EX) FAQs

Which is better, Hyundai Santa Fe or Kia Sorento in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Hyundai Santa Fe if you want to spend less or you need more boot space. Pick the Kia Sorento if you need room for 7.
What is the price difference between Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento?
The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Kia Sorento at Rs 1.7 crore in Nepal, so the Hyundai Santa Fe costs Rs 3.94 lakh less (2%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento have?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a 2497 cc engine making 277 bhp. The Kia Sorento has a 1598 cc engine making 261 bhp (PHEV Combined) / 227 bhp (HEV Combined).
What gearbox do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Kia Sorento use?
The Hyundai Santa Fe uses a 8-Speed DCT gearbox and the Kia Sorento a 6-Speed Automatic gearbox.
Which has more space, Santa Fe or Sorento?
The Hyundai Santa Fe seats 5 and the Kia Sorento seats 7. Boot space is 547 litres against 179 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Santa Fe or Sorento?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has 177 mm of ground clearance and the Kia Sorento has 176 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.