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Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) side viewPetrol
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 of the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel)
Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard side viewHybrid
Subaru

Forester 2.0i-L Standard

Rs 1,50,00,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
1995 cc
Power
150 bhp
Mileage
10.7 kmpl
Boot
496 L
Price and all trims of the Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard

The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Subaru Forester at Rs 1.5 crore in Nepal, so the Subaru Forester costs Rs 15.96 lakh less (11%). The Subaru Forester returns about 10.7 kmpl. Engines are 2497 cc and 1995 cc. Figures on this page are for the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) and the Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard.

Boot space is 547 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe and 496 litres in the Subaru Forester.

What's different

Spec
Hyundai Santa FeSubaru Forester
PriceRs 15.96 lakh apartRs 165.96 lakhRs 150 lakh
Engine502 cc apart2497 cc1995 cc
Torque226 Nm apart422 Nm196 Nm
Ground clearance43 mm apart177 mm220 mm
Boot space51 L apart547 L496 L
Fuel tank8 L apart71 L63 L

Listed only on the Hyundai Santa Fe: Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, 360° Camera, Driver Attention Monitor, Ambient Lighting.

Full specifications

Engine and performance

7 of 8 differ
Hyundai Santa FeSubaru Forester
Engine2497 cc1995 cc
Cylinders44
Max power277 bhp150 bhp @ 6,000 rpm
Max torque422 Nm196 Nm @ 4,000 rpm
Gearbox8-Speed DCTLineartronic CVT
DriveAWD (HTRAC)AWD
Top speed210 km/h195 km/h
Acceleration7.8 s (0-100 km/h)10.9 s (0-100 km/h)

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ
Hyundai Santa FeSubaru Forester
Mileage (company claim)Not listed10.7 kmpl
Fuel tank71 litres63 litres

Size, weight and space

6 of 7 differ
Hyundai Santa FeSubaru Forester
Length4830 mm4640 mm
Width1890 mm1815 mm
Height1680 mm1730 mm
Wheelbase2765 mm2670 mm
Ground clearance177 mm220 mm
Seats55
Boot space547 litres496 litres

Ownership

1 of 1 differ
Hyundai Santa FeSubaru Forester
Est. EMIRs 2,11,600/monthRs 1,91,200/month

Features

26 of 33 differ
Hyundai Santa FeSubaru Forester
NCAP Rating5-star IIHS5-star Euro NCAP (2019)
Airbags77
ABS / StabilityABS + EBD + ESC4-channel ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
TPMSYesYes
ISOFIXYesYes
Hill HoldYesYes
Hill Descent ControlYesYes
Cruise ControlAdaptive (ACC)Adaptive Cruise Control with EyeSight
Emergency Braking (AEB)YesPre-Collision Braking (EyeSight)
Forward Collision WarningYesPre-Collision Warning (EyeSight)
Lane AssistLane Keep + Lane Follow AssistLane Departure Warning and Lane Keep Assist (EyeSight)
Blind Spot DetectionYesNo
Rear Cross Traffic AlertYesNo
360° CameraYesNo
Reverse CameraYesRear-view camera
Parking SensorsFront + RearRear parking sensors
Auto HoldYesYes
Driver Attention MonitorYesNo
Auto High BeamYesHigh Beam Assist
Auto HeadlampsYesLED headlamps with auto on/off
Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone automatic climate control
SunroofPanoramicNo
Heated/Ventilated SeatsHeated + Ventilated front seatsNo
Keyless Entry & StartYesKeyless entry with push-button start
Drive ModesEco / Normal / Sport / SmartX-MODE with Snow/Dirt mode (Symmetrical AWD)
Ambient LightingYesNo
Electronic Parking BrakeYesElectronic parking brake
Infotainment12.3-inch touchscreen8-inch touchscreen with Subaru Starlink
Instrument Cluster12.3-inch digitalAnalogue cluster with 4.2-inch colour MID
ConnectivityApple CarPlay, Android AutoApple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB
Wireless ChargingYesNo
Sound System8 speakers6-speaker audio
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 Subaru Forester may suit you if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if

  • You need more boot space
  • You want a bigger engine

The Subaru Forester may suit you if

  • You want to spend less
  • You often use rough or broken roads

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

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

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Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) vs Subaru Forester 2.0i-L Standard FAQs

Hyundai Santa Fe or Subaru Forester: 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 Subaru Forester may suit you if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.
What is the price difference between Hyundai Santa Fe and Subaru Forester?
The Hyundai Santa Fe starts at Rs 1.66 crore and the Subaru Forester at Rs 1.5 crore in Nepal, so the Subaru Forester costs Rs 15.96 lakh less (11%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Subaru Forester have?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has a 2497 cc engine making 277 bhp. The Subaru Forester has a 1995 cc engine making 150 bhp @ 6,000 rpm.
What gearbox do the Hyundai Santa Fe and Subaru Forester use?
The Hyundai Santa Fe uses a 8-Speed DCT gearbox and the Subaru Forester a Lineartronic CVT gearbox.
Which has more space, Santa Fe or Forester?
The Hyundai Santa Fe seats 5 and the Subaru Forester seats 5. Boot space is 547 litres against 496 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Santa Fe or Forester?
The Hyundai Santa Fe has 177 mm of ground clearance and the Subaru Forester has 220 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.