Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Mazda CX 5 2.0L (Core) Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Mazda CX 5 at Rs 1.05 crore in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 63.1 lakh less (151%). The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Mazda CX 5 about 14.3 kmpl. Engines are 998 cc and 1998 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol and the Mazda CX 5 2.0L (Core).

Boot space is 385 litres in the Kia Sonet and 871 litres in the Mazda CX 5. Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills. Pick the Mazda CX 5 if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.

Kia Sonet in Nepal
Petrol
Kia

Sonet HTE Petrol

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
View full details of the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol
Mazda CX 5 in Nepal
Petrol
Mazda

CX 5 2.0L (Core)

Rs. 1.05 Cr
View full details of the Mazda CX 5 2.0L (Core)

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
Rs. 1.05 Cr

Fuel Type

Petrol
Petrol

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
1998 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
14.3 kmpl

Transmission

7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT
6-Speed Automatic

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

11.3s
9.7s

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
14.3 kmpl

Transmission

7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT
6-Speed Automatic

Fuel Tank

45 L
58 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
1998 cc

Engine Power

118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm
163 bhp @ 6,000 rpm

Top Speed

↑ higher

170 km/h
200 km/h

Acceleration

↓ lower

11.3s
9.7s

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
4575 mm

Width

1790 mm
1840 mm

Height

1642 mm
1680 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2500 mm
2700 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

205 mm
193 mm

Features

Kia Sonet

No features listed

Mazda CX 5

No features listed

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For every trim and the latest price, see Kia Sonet price in Nepal and Mazda CX 5 price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All petrol car prices in Nepal.

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Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Mazda CX 5 2.0L (Core) FAQs

Which is better, Kia Sonet or Mazda CX 5 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 CX 5 if you need more boot space or you want a bigger engine.
What is the price difference between Kia Sonet and Mazda CX 5?
The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Mazda CX 5 at Rs 1.05 crore in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 63.1 lakh less (151%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, Sonet or CX 5?
The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Mazda CX 5 about 14.3 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Kia Sonet and Mazda CX 5 have?
The Kia Sonet has a 998 cc engine making 118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm. The Mazda CX 5 has a 1998 cc engine making 163 bhp @ 6,000 rpm.
How far can the Sonet and CX 5 go on a full tank?
The Kia Sonet has a 45 litre tank, about 828 km at 18.4 kmpl. The Mazda CX 5 has a 58 litre tank, about 829 km at 14.3 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Kia Sonet and Mazda CX 5 use?
The Kia Sonet uses a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox and the Mazda CX 5 a 6-Speed Automatic gearbox.
Which has more space, Sonet or CX 5?
The Kia Sonet seats 5 and the Mazda CX 5 seats 5. Boot space is 385 litres against 871 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Sonet or CX 5?
The Kia Sonet has 205 mm of ground clearance and the Mazda CX 5 has 193 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.