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Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Mazda BT 50 1.9L 4x2 MT Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Mazda BT 50 at Rs 75 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 33.1 lakh less (79%). The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Mazda BT 50 about 13.5 kmpl. Engines are 998 cc and 1898 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol and the Mazda BT 50 1.9L 4x2 MT.

Boot space is 385 litres in the Kia Sonet and 1145 litres in the Mazda BT 50. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills. Pick the Mazda BT 50 if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads.

Kia Sonet in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Sonet HTE Petrol

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
View full details of the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol
Mazda BT 50 in Nepal
Diesel
Mazda

BT 50 1.9L 4x2 MT

Rs. 75.00 Lakh
View full details of the Mazda BT 50 1.9L 4x2 MT

Kia Sonet vs Mazda BT 50

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Spec Score(16 specs)
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16 specs
Kia Sonet
6
16 specs
Mazda BT 50
Best
Sonet
Petrol
Kia Sonet
Rs. 41.90 Lakh
BT 50
Diesel
Mazda BT 50
Rs. 75.00 Lakh

Complete view of all specifications in one place

Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
Rs. 75.00 Lakh

Fuel Type

Petrol
Diesel

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
1898 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
13.5 kmpl

Transmission

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

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

11.3s
11s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
13.5 kmpl

Transmission

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

Fuel Tank

45 L
76 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
1898 cc

Engine Power

118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm
150 bhp @ 3,500 rpm

Top Speed

↑ higher

170 km/h
170 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

11.3s
11s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
5280 mm

Width

1790 mm
1870 mm

Height

1642 mm
1785 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2500 mm
3125 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

205 mm
232 mm

Features

Kia Sonet

No features listed

Mazda BT 50

No features listed

Prices and more comparisons

For every trim and the latest price, see Kia Sonet price in Nepal and Mazda BT 50 price in Nepal. Browse by budget: Petrol cars under Rs 1 crore in Nepal.

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Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Mazda BT 50 1.9L 4x2 MT FAQs

Which is better, Kia Sonet or Mazda BT 50 in Nepal?
Neither is better for every buyer. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills. Pick the Mazda BT 50 if you need more boot space or you often use rough or broken roads.
What is the price difference between Kia Sonet and Mazda BT 50?
The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Mazda BT 50 at Rs 75 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 33.1 lakh less (79%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, Sonet or BT 50?
The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Mazda BT 50 about 13.5 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Kia Sonet and Mazda BT 50 have?
The Kia Sonet has a 998 cc engine making 118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm. The Mazda BT 50 has a 1898 cc engine making 150 bhp @ 3,500 rpm.
How far can the Sonet and BT 50 go on a full tank?
The Kia Sonet has a 45 litre tank, about 828 km at 18.4 kmpl. The Mazda BT 50 has a 76 litre tank, about 1026 km at 13.5 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Kia Sonet and Mazda BT 50 use?
The Kia Sonet uses a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox and the Mazda BT 50 a 6-Speed Manual gearbox.
Which has more space, Sonet or BT 50?
The Kia Sonet seats 5 and the Mazda BT 50 seats 5. Boot space is 385 litres against 1145 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Sonet or BT 50?
The Kia Sonet has 205 mm of ground clearance and the Mazda BT 50 has 232 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.