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Kia Seltos HTE (O) vs Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

Kia Seltos HTE (O) side viewPetrol
Kia

Seltos HTE (O)

Rs 52,90,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
1497 cc
Power
115 PS
Boot
447 L
Price and all trims of the Kia Seltos HTE (O)
Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT side viewDiesel
Mahindra

XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT

Rs 39,75,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
1197 cc
Power
110 bhp
Mileage
18.24 kmpl
Boot
257 L
Price and all trims of the Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT

The Kia Seltos starts at Rs 52.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 300 at Rs 39.75 lakh in Nepal, so the Mahindra XUV 300 costs Rs 13.15 lakh less (33%). The Mahindra XUV 300 returns about 18.24 kmpl. Engines are 1497 cc and 1197 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Seltos HTE (O) and the Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT.

Boot space is 447 litres in the Kia Seltos and 257 litres in the Mahindra XUV 300.

What's different

Spec
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
PriceRs 13.15 lakh apartRs 52.9 lakhRs 39.75 lakh
Engine300 cc apart1497 cc1197 cc
Torque56 Nm apart144 Nm200 Nm
Boot space190 L apart447 L257 L
Ground clearance20 mm apart200 mm180 mm
Fuel tank8 L apart50 L42 L

Full specifications

Engine and performance

9 of 9 differ
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
Engine1497 cc1197 cc
Cylinders43
Max power115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm110 bhp (Petrol) / 115 bhp (Diesel)
Max torque144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm200 Nm (Petrol) / 300 Nm (Diesel)
Gearbox6-MT6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AMT
ClutchNot listedSingle Plate Dry Clutch
DriveFWD (Front Wheel Drive)FWD (Front-Wheel Drive)
Top speedNot listed175 km/h
AccelerationNot listed11.6 s (0-100 km/h)

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
Mileage (company claim)Not listed18.24 kmpl
Fuel tank50 litres42 litres

Brakes, suspension and tyres

1 of 1 differ
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
ABSYesNot listed

Size, weight and space

7 of 8 differ
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
Length4460 mm3995 mm
Width1830 mm1821 mm
Height1635 mm1627 mm
Wheelbase2690 mm2600 mm
Ground clearance200 mm180 mm
Kerb weightNot listed1352 kg
Seats55
Boot space447 litres257 litres

Ownership

1 of 1 differ
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
Est. EMIRs 67,400/monthRs 50,700/month

Features

8 of 8 differ
Kia SeltosMahindra XUV 300
NCAP RatingNot listed5-Star (G-NCAP)
AirbagsNot listed2
ABS / StabilityNot listedABS+EBD
ISOFIXNot listedYes
Parking SensorsNot listedRear
Climate ControlNot listedManual AC
Instrument ClusterNot listedAnalog with MID
Sound SystemNot listed4 Speakers

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.

Which suits you?

The Kia Seltos may suit you if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads.

The Mahindra XUV 300 may suit you if you want to spend less.

The Kia Seltos may suit you if

  • You need more boot space
  • You often use rough or broken roads
  • You want a bigger engine

The Mahindra XUV 300 may suit you if

  • You want to spend less

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 Kia Seltos price in Nepal and Mahindra XUV 300 price in Nepal. Browse by budget: Petrol cars under Rs 1 crore in Nepal.

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Kia Seltos HTE (O) vs Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT FAQs

Kia Seltos or Mahindra XUV 300: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The Kia Seltos may suit you if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. The Mahindra XUV 300 may suit you if you want to spend less.
What is the price difference between Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 300?
The Kia Seltos starts at Rs 52.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 300 at Rs 39.75 lakh in Nepal, so the Mahindra XUV 300 costs Rs 13.15 lakh less (33%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 300 have?
The Kia Seltos has a 1497 cc engine making 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm. The Mahindra XUV 300 has a 1197 cc engine making 110 bhp (Petrol) / 115 bhp (Diesel).
What gearbox do the Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 300 use?
The Kia Seltos uses a 6-MT gearbox and the Mahindra XUV 300 a 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AMT gearbox.
Which has more space, Seltos or XUV 300?
The Kia Seltos seats 5 and the Mahindra XUV 300 seats 5. Boot space is 447 litres against 257 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Seltos or XUV 300?
The Kia Seltos has 200 mm of ground clearance and the Mahindra XUV 300 has 180 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.