Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Volkswagen Amarok Starline 2.0L TDI Comparison in Nepal 2026

The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Volkswagen Amarok at Rs 82 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 40.1 lakh less (96%). The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Volkswagen Amarok about 12.3 kmpl. Engines are 998 cc and 2993 cc. Figures on this page are for the Kia Sonet HTE Petrol and the Volkswagen Amarok Starline 2.0L TDI.

Pick the Kia Sonet if you want to spend less or you want lower fuel bills. Pick the Volkswagen Amarok if you often use rough or broken roads 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
Volkswagen Amarok in Nepal
Petrol
Volkswagen

Amarok Starline 2.0L TDI

Rs. 82.00 Lakh
View full details of the Volkswagen Amarok Starline 2.0L TDI

Kia Sonet vs Volkswagen Amarok

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Overview

Price

↓ lower

Rs. 41.90 Lakh
Rs. 82.00 Lakh

Fuel Type

Petrol
Petrol

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
2993 cc

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
12.3 kmpl

Transmission

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

0-100 km/h

↓ lower

11.3s
N/A

Battery / Fuel

Mileage

↑ higher

18.4 kmpl
12.3 kmpl

Transmission

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

Fuel Tank

45 L
80 L

Performance

Engine

↑ higher

998 cc
2993 cc

Engine Power

118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm
247 bhp (184 kW)

Top Speed

↑ higher

170 km/h
N/A

Acceleration

↓ lower

11.3s
N/A

Seating Capacity

5 seats
5 seats

Dimensions

Length

3995 mm
5350 mm

Width

1790 mm
1954 mm

Height

1642 mm
1834 mm

Wheelbase

↑ higher

2500 mm
3097 mm

Ground Clearance

↑ higher

205 mm
228 mm

Features

Kia Sonet

No features listed

Volkswagen Amarok

No features listed

Prices and more comparisons

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

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Kia Sonet HTE Petrol vs Volkswagen Amarok Starline 2.0L TDI FAQs

Which is better, Kia Sonet or Volkswagen Amarok 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 Volkswagen Amarok if you often use rough or broken roads or you want a bigger engine.
What is the price difference between Kia Sonet and Volkswagen Amarok?
The Kia Sonet starts at Rs 41.9 lakh and the Volkswagen Amarok at Rs 82 lakh in Nepal, so the Kia Sonet costs Rs 40.1 lakh less (96%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
Which gives better mileage, Sonet or Amarok?
The Kia Sonet returns about 18.4 kmpl and the Volkswagen Amarok about 12.3 kmpl. Mileage in Kathmandu traffic is usually lower than the rated figure for both.
What engine do the Kia Sonet and Volkswagen Amarok have?
The Kia Sonet has a 998 cc engine making 118 bhp @ 6,000 rpm. The Volkswagen Amarok has a 2993 cc engine making 247 bhp (184 kW).
How far can the Sonet and Amarok go on a full tank?
The Kia Sonet has a 45 litre tank, about 828 km at 18.4 kmpl. The Volkswagen Amarok has a 80 litre tank, about 984 km at 12.3 kmpl. These are estimates from the rated mileage.
What gearbox do the Kia Sonet and Volkswagen Amarok use?
The Kia Sonet uses a 7-Speed DCT / 6-Speed iMT gearbox and the Volkswagen Amarok a 10-Speed Automatic gearbox.
Which has more space, Sonet or Amarok?
The Kia Sonet seats 5 and the Volkswagen Amarok seats 5.
Which has more ground clearance, Sonet or Amarok?
The Kia Sonet has 205 mm of ground clearance and the Volkswagen Amarok has 228 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.