Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Renault Lodgy RxE Comparison in Nepal 2026

Name: Renault Lodgy RxE
Brand: Renault
Price: 4505500 NPR
Availability: InStock

Updated 9 Oct 2026. Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

Petrol

Hyundai

Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

Rs 1,65,96,000

Price in Nepal

Engine: 2497 cc
Power: 277 bhp
Boot: 547 L

Price and all trims

Petrol

Renault

Lodgy RxE

Rs 45,05,500

Price in Nepal

Engine: 1461 cc
Power: 108.5 PS
Mileage: 19.98 kmpl
Boot: 207 L

Price and all trims

The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Renault Lodgy at Rs 45.05 lakh in Nepal, so the Renault Lodgy costs Rs 1.21 crore less (268%). The Renault Lodgy returns about 19.98 kmpl. Engines are 2497 cc and 1461 cc. Figures on this page are for the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) and the Renault Lodgy RxE.

Boot space is 547 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe and 207 litres in the Renault Lodgy.

What's different

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

PriceRs 120.91 lakh apartRs 165.96 lakhRs 45.05 lakh

Engine1036 cc apart2497 cc1461 cc

Torque177 Nm apart422 Nm245 Nm

Boot space340 L apart547 L207 L

Fuel tank21 L apart71 L50 L

Top speed40 km/h apart210 km/h170 km/h

Listed only on the Hyundai Santa Fe: Hill Descent Control, Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning, Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert.

Full specifications

Engine and performance

8 of 8 differ

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

Engine2497 cc1461 cc

Cylinders4Not listed

Max power277 bhp108.5 bhp (110 PS) @ 4,000 rpm

Max torque422 Nm245 Nm @ 1,750 rpm

Gearbox8-Speed DCT6-Speed Manual

DriveAWD (HTRAC)Front Wheel Drive (FWD)

Top speed210 km/h170 km/h

Acceleration7.8 s (0-100 km/h)12 s (0-100 km/h)

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

Mileage (company claim)Not listed19.98 kmpl

Fuel tank71 litres50 litres

Brakes, suspension and tyres

1 of 1 differ

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

ABSNot listedYes

Size, weight and space

8 of 8 differ

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

Length4830 mm4522 mm

Width1890 mm1767 mm

Height1680 mm1697 mm

Wheelbase2765 mm2810 mm

Ground clearance177 mm174 mm

Kerb weightNot listed1165 kg

Seats57

Boot space547 litres207 litres

Ownership

2 of 2 differ

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

Est. EMIRs 2,11,600/monthRs 57,400/month

ColoursNot listedRoyal Orchid, Pearl White, Moonlight Silver, Slate Grey, Fiery Red

Features

26 of 33 differ

Spec

Hyundai Santa FeRenault Lodgy

NCAP Rating5-star IIHSNot Tested

Airbags72

ABS / StabilityABS + EBD + ESCYes

TPMSYes

ISOFIXYes

Hill HoldYes

Hill Descent ControlYesNo

Cruise ControlAdaptive (ACC)No

Emergency Braking (AEB)YesNo

Forward Collision WarningYesNo

Lane AssistLane Keep + Lane Follow AssistNo

Blind Spot DetectionYesNo

Rear Cross Traffic AlertYesNo

360° CameraYesNo

Reverse CameraYesNo

Parking SensorsFront + RearNo

Auto HoldYes

Driver Attention MonitorYesNo

Auto High BeamYesNo

Auto HeadlampsYes

Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlManual AC

SunroofPanoramicYes

Heated/Ventilated SeatsHeated + Ventilated front seatsNo

Keyless Entry & StartYes

Drive ModesEco / Normal / Sport / SmartNo

Ambient LightingYesNo

Electronic Parking BrakeYes

Infotainment12.3-inch touchscreenNo touchscreen

Instrument Cluster12.3-inch digitalAnalog with MID

ConnectivityApple CarPlay, Android AutoBluetooth, USB, Aux

Wireless ChargingYesNo

Sound System8 speakers2 Speakers

Connected Car TechYesNo

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. EV range is shown as WLTP or a WLTP-equivalent estimate, with the company claim and its test cycle beside it. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.

Which suits you?

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.

The Renault Lodgy may suit you if you want to spend less or you need room for 7.

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if

You need more boot space
You want a bigger engine

The Renault Lodgy may suit you if

You want to spend less
You need room for 7

Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.

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Prices and more comparisons

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

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Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Renault Lodgy RxE FAQs

Hyundai Santa Fe or Renault Lodgy: which suits me in Nepal?

It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine. The Renault Lodgy may suit you if you want to spend less or you need room for 7.

What is the price difference between Hyundai Santa Fe and Renault Lodgy?

The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Renault Lodgy at Rs 45.05 lakh in Nepal, so the Renault Lodgy costs Rs 1.21 crore less (268%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.

What engine do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Renault Lodgy have?

The Hyundai Santa Fe has a 2497 cc engine making 277 bhp. The Renault Lodgy has a 1461 cc engine making 108.5 bhp (110 PS) @ 4,000 rpm.

What gearbox do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Renault Lodgy use?

The Hyundai Santa Fe uses a 8-Speed DCT gearbox and the Renault Lodgy a 6-Speed Manual gearbox.

Which has more space, Santa Fe or Lodgy?

The Hyundai Santa Fe seats 5 and the Renault Lodgy seats 7. Boot space is 547 litres against 207 litres.

Which has more ground clearance, Santa Fe or Lodgy?

The Hyundai Santa Fe has 177 mm of ground clearance and the Renault Lodgy has 174 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.