Kia Carens Premium vs Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR) Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Kia Carens starts at Rs 48.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 700 at Rs 74 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Carens costs Rs 25.1 lakh less (51%). The Kia Carens returns about 15.7 kmpl and the Mahindra XUV 700 about 17 kmpl. Engines are 1482 cc and 1997 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Carens Premium and the Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR).

Boot space is 216 litres in the Kia Carens and 240 litres in the Mahindra XUV 700. Pick the Kia Carens if you want to spend less. Pick the Mahindra XUV 700 if you want lower fuel bills or you need more boot space.

Kia Carens in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Carens Premium

Rs. 48.90 Lakh
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Mahindra XUV 700 in Nepal
Diesel
Mahindra

XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR)

Rs. 74.00 Lakh
View full details of the Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR)

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 48.90 Lakh
Rs. 74.00 Lakh

Fuel Type

Petrol
Diesel

Engine

↑ higher

1482 cc
1997 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

15.7 kmpl
17 kmpl

Transmission

7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter)

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

9.9s
9.3s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

15.7 kmpl
17 kmpl

Transmission

7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter)

Fuel Tank

45 L
60 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

1482 cc
1997 cc

Engine Power

158 bhp (160 PS)
197 bhp (Petrol) / 182 bhp (Diesel)

Top Speed

↑ higher

N/A
200 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

9.9s
9.3s

Seating Capacity

7 seats
7 seats

Dimensions

Length

4640 mm
4695 mm

Width

1800 mm
1890 mm

Height

1708 mm
1755 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2780 mm
2750 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

195 mm
200 mm

Features

Kia Carens

No features listed

Mahindra XUV 700

No features listed

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For every trim and the latest price, see Kia Carens price in Nepal and Mahindra XUV 700 price in Nepal. Browse by budget: Petrol cars under Rs 1 crore in Nepal.

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Kia Carens Premium vs Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR) FAQs

Which is better, Kia Carens or Mahindra XUV 700 in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Kia Carens if you want to spend less. Pick the Mahindra XUV 700 if you want lower fuel bills or you need more boot space.
What is the price difference between Kia Carens and Mahindra XUV 700?
The Kia Carens starts at Rs 48.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 700 at Rs 74 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Carens costs Rs 25.1 lakh less (51%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, Carens or XUV 700?
The Kia Carens returns about 15.7 kmpl and the Mahindra XUV 700 about 17 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Kia Carens and Mahindra XUV 700 have?
The Kia Carens has a 1482 cc engine making 158 bhp (160 PS). The Mahindra XUV 700 has a 1997 cc engine making 197 bhp (Petrol) / 182 bhp (Diesel).
How far can the Carens and XUV 700 go on a full tank?
The Kia Carens has a 45 litre tank, about 707 km at 15.7 kmpl. The Mahindra XUV 700 has a 60 litre tank, about 1020 km at 17 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Kia Carens and Mahindra XUV 700 use?
The Kia Carens uses a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox and the Mahindra XUV 700 a 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter) gearbox.
Which has more space, Carens or XUV 700?
The Kia Carens seats 7 and the Mahindra XUV 700 seats 7. Boot space is 216 litres against 240 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Carens or XUV 700?
The Kia Carens has 195 mm of ground clearance and the Mahindra XUV 700 has 200 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.