Kia Seltos HTE (O) vs Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR) Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Kia Seltos starts at Rs 52.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 700 at Rs 74 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Seltos costs Rs 21.1 lakh less (40%). The Mahindra XUV 700 returns about 17 kmpl. Engines are 1497 cc and 1997 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Seltos HTE (O) and the Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR).

Boot space is 447 litres in the Kia Seltos and 240 litres in the Mahindra XUV 700. Pick the Kia Seltos if you want to spend less or you need more boot space. Pick the Mahindra XUV 700 if you need room for 7 or you want a bigger engine.

Kia Seltos in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Seltos HTE (O)

Rs. 52.90 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. 52.90 Lakh
Rs. 74.00 Lakh

Fuel Type

Petrol
Diesel

Engine

↑ higher

1497 cc
1997 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

N/A
17 kmpl

Transmission

6-MT
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter)

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

N/A
9.3s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

N/A
17 kmpl

Transmission

6-MT
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter)

Fuel Tank

50 L
60 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

1497 cc
1997 cc

Engine Power

115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm
197 bhp (Petrol) / 182 bhp (Diesel)

Top Speed

↑ higher

N/A
200 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

N/A
9.3s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
7 seats

Dimensions

Length

4460 mm
4695 mm

Width

1830 mm
1890 mm

Height

1635 mm
1755 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2690 mm
2750 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

200 mm
200 mm

Features

Kia Seltos

No features listed

Mahindra XUV 700

No features listed

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For every trim and the latest price, see Kia Seltos 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 Seltos HTE (O) vs Mahindra XUV 700 AX3 MT Petrol FWD (5 STR) FAQs

Which is better, Kia Seltos or Mahindra XUV 700 in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Kia Seltos if you want to spend less or you need more boot space. Pick the Mahindra XUV 700 if you need room for 7 or you want a bigger engine.
What is the price difference between Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 700?
The Kia Seltos starts at Rs 52.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 700 at Rs 74 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Seltos costs Rs 21.1 lakh less (40%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 700 have?
The Kia Seltos has a 1497 cc engine making 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm. The Mahindra XUV 700 has a 1997 cc engine making 197 bhp (Petrol) / 182 bhp (Diesel).
What gearbox do the Kia Seltos and Mahindra XUV 700 use?
The Kia Seltos uses a 6-MT gearbox and the Mahindra XUV 700 a 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Torque Converter) gearbox.
Which has more space, Seltos or XUV 700?
The Kia Seltos seats 5 and the Mahindra XUV 700 seats 7. Boot space is 447 litres against 240 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Seltos or XUV 700?
The Kia Seltos has 200 mm of ground clearance and the Mahindra XUV 700 has 200 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.