Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 300 at Rs 39.75 lakh in Nepal, so the Mahindra XUV 300 costs Rs 2.15 lakh less (5%). The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Mahindra XUV 300 about 18.24 kmpl. Engines are 998 cc and 1197 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol and the Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT.

Boot space is 385 litres in the Kia Sonet and 257 litres in the Mahindra XUV 300. Pick the Kia Sonet if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. Pick the Mahindra XUV 300 if you want to spend less or you want a bigger engine.

Kia Sonet in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Sonet HTE Petrol

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
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Mahindra XUV 300 in Nepal
Diesel
Mahindra

XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT

Rs. 39.75 Lakh
View full details of the Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT

Kia Sonet vs Mahindra XUV 300

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Spec Score(16 specs)
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Kia Sonet
Best
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Mahindra XUV 300
Sonet
Petrol
Kia Sonet
Rs. 41.90 Lakh
XUV 300
Diesel
Mahindra XUV 300
Rs. 39.75 Lakh

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
Rs. 39.75 Lakh

Fuel Type

Petrol
Diesel

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
1197 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
18.24 kmpl

Transmission

7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AMT

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

11.3s
11.6s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
18.24 kmpl

Transmission

7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT
6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AMT

Fuel Tank

45 L
42 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
1197 cc

Engine Power

118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm
110 bhp (Petrol) / 115 bhp (Diesel)

Top Speed

↑ higher

170 km/h
175 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

11.3s
11.6s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
3995 mm

Width

1790 mm
1821 mm

Height

1642 mm
1627 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2500 mm
2600 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

205 mm
180 mm

Features

Kia Sonet

No features listed

Mahindra XUV 300

No features listed

Prices and more comparisons

For every trim and the latest price, see Kia Sonet price in Nepal and Mahindra XUV 300 price in Nepal. Browse by budget: Petrol cars under Rs 50 lakh in Nepal.

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Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Mahindra XUV 300 W4 Petrol MT FAQs

Which is better, Kia Sonet or Mahindra XUV 300 in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Kia Sonet if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads. Pick the Mahindra XUV 300 if you want to spend less or you want a bigger engine.
What is the price difference between Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 300?
The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Mahindra XUV 300 at Rs 39.75 lakh in Nepal, so the Mahindra XUV 300 costs Rs 2.15 lakh less (5%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, Sonet or XUV 300?
The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Mahindra XUV 300 about 18.24 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 300 have?
The Kia Sonet has a 998 cc engine making 118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm. The Mahindra XUV 300 has a 1197 cc engine making 110 bhp (Petrol) / 115 bhp (Diesel).
How far can the Sonet and XUV 300 go on a full tank?
The Kia Sonet has a 45 litre tank, about 828 km at 18.4 kmpl. The Mahindra XUV 300 has a 42 litre tank, about 766 km at 18.24 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Kia Sonet and Mahindra XUV 300 use?
The Kia Sonet uses a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox and the Mahindra XUV 300 a 6-Speed Manual / 6-Speed AMT gearbox.
Which has more space, Sonet or XUV 300?
The Kia Sonet seats 5 and the Mahindra XUV 300 seats 5. Boot space is 385 litres against 257 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Sonet or XUV 300?
The Kia Sonet has 205 mm of ground clearance and the Mahindra XUV 300 has 180 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.