Kia Seltos HTX Price in Nepal
The Kia Seltos HTX costs Rs. 79.90 Lakh ex-showroom in Nepal (last updated 21 Sep 2026). It has a 1482cc diesel engine and a claimed 20.7 kmpl ARAI mileage.
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Rs. 79.90 Lakh
Monthly EMI
Rs. 1,01,858
/month · 5yr @ 10%
Rs. 31,96,000
Kia Seltos HTX
Rs. 79.90 Lakh
Kia Seltos Key Specifications
Engine
1482 cc
Power
158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel)
Mileage
20.7 kmpl (ARAI)
Fuel Type
Diesel
Torque
253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel)
Top Speed
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.9s
Transmission
6-MT
Drive Type
FWD (Front Wheel Drive)
Our verdict
Good
Score 7.0 out of 10
The Seltos HTX diesel at Rs 79.90 lakh offers practical tech and efficiency for Nepal's urban conditions.
Read the full Kia Seltos reviewKia Seltos HTX Price & Specifications in Nepal
The Kia Seltos HTX price in Nepal is Rs. 79.90 Lakh as of 2026, sitting in the 5-seater suv segment. This trim runs a 1482cc diesel engine, 20.7 kmpl ARAI claimed mileage, 6-MT / 6-iMT / IVT / 6-AT / 7-DCT.
Kia delivers the Kia Seltos through authorised dealers in Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Pokhara, Chitwan, with typical EMI from approximately Rs. 1,01,858 per month over a 5-year tenure at 10% interest with 40% down (60% loan-to-value). Compare the Kia Seltos HTX against its 6 sibling trims using the variants table on this page.
| Engine | 1482cc diesel |
|---|---|
| Power | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) |
| Torque | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Gearbox | 6-MT / 6-iMT / IVT / 6-AT / 7-DCT · FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 sec |
| Mileage | 20.7 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Annual Road Tax | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati, FY 2083/84) |
| Length | 4365 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1340 kg |
| Seating | 5-seater suv |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
Key features of the Kia Seltos in Nepal: ABS (ABS with EBD), autonomous emergency braking, 6 airbags, ambient lighting, automatic headlamps, auto hold, blind-spot monitoring (Blind View Monitor (in cluster)), 360-degree camera, climate control (Dual-zone automatic climate control), connected-car tech, smartphone connectivity (Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB-C), cruise control (Cruise control), selectable drive modes (Eco / Normal / Sport), electronic parking brake, ventilated seats (Ventilated front seats), hill-hold assist, ISOFIX child-seat mounts, keyless entry, lane-keep assist, sunroof (Single-pane sunroof), tyre-pressure monitoring, wireless phone charging, rain-sensing wipers, Bluetooth connectivity, TFT instrument display.
Pros
- 158 bhp diesel in HTX delivers more power than Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Skoda Kushaq
- 20.7 kmpl ARAI mileage keeps running costs low versus petrol rivals at Rs 160-170/litre
- Dual 12.3-inch displays, Level 2 ADAS with 28 features, 360-degree camera and dual-pane sunroof
- 190 mm ground clearance handles broken Kathmandu roads better than Kushaq's 188 mm
- 5-star Bharat NCAP, 6 airbags, ventilated seats and 433-litre boot in a proven SUV package
Cons
- Rs 79.90 lakh price matches Kushaq but trails Isuzu D-Max and Force Gurkha on absolute value
- 158 bhp lags behind Proton X50's 179 bhp and Isuzu D-Max's 187 bhp in this price band
- Ground clearance 19 mm lower than Scorpio Classic, 43 mm below Gurkha for severe terrain
- Brand reputation scores 4/10, service network concerns outside valley remain for Kia owners
Kia Seltos Specifications
Full technical specifications, compared across every variant.
| Specification | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key specs | |||||||
| Engine | 1497 cc | 1497 cc | 1497 cc | 1482 cc | 1482 cc | 1482 cc | 1482 cc |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Power | 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm | 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm | 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm | 160 PS (158 bhp) @ 5,500 rpm | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) |
| Torque | 144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 253 Nm @ 1,500-3,500 rpm | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Transmission | 6-MT | 6-MT | CVT | 6-iMT | 6-MT | 6-MT | 6-MT |
| Drive Type | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
| Seats | 5 Seats | 5 Seats | 5 Seats | 5 Seats | – | – | – |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | – | – | – |
| Boot Space | 447 L | 447 L | 447 L | 447 L | – | – | – |
| Mileage | – | – | – | – | 20.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 20.7 kmpl (ARAI) | 19.1 kmpl (ARAI) |
| Top Speed | – | – | – | – | 175 km/h | 175 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | – | – | – | – | 8.9s | 8.9s | 8.9s |
| Performance & Engine | |||||||
| Displacement | 1497 cc | 1497 cc | 1497 cc | 1482 cc | 1482 cc | 1482 cc | 1482 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Valve Train | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) | DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) | DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft) |
| Fuel System | MPI (Petrol) | MPI (Petrol) | MPI (Petrol) | T-GDi (Turbo Petrol) | GDI (Petrol) / CRDi (Diesel) | GDI (Petrol) / CRDi (Diesel) | GDI (Petrol) / CRDi (Diesel) |
| Max Power | 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm | 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm | 115 PS (113 bhp) @ 6,300 rpm | 160 PS (158 bhp) @ 5,500 rpm | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) | 158 bhp (Turbo Petrol) / 114 bhp (Diesel) |
| Max Torque | 144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 144 Nm @ 4,500 rpm | 253 Nm @ 1,500-3,500 rpm | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) | 253 Nm (Turbo Petrol) / 250 Nm (Diesel) |
| Top Speed | – | – | – | – | 175 km/h | 175 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | – | – | – | – | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Fuel Type | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Mileage (ARAI) | – | – | – | – | 20.7 kmpl | 20.7 kmpl | 19.1 kmpl |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | |||||||
| Gearbox | 6-MT | 6-MT / CVT | CVT | 6-iMT / 7-DCT | 6-MT / 6-iMT / IVT / 6-AT / 7-DCT | 6-MT / 6-iMT / IVT / 6-AT / 7-DCT | 6-MT / 6-iMT / IVT / 6-AT / 7-DCT |
| Drive Type | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) | FWD (Front Wheel Drive) |
| Clutch Type | – | – | – | – | Dry Single Plate / Dual Clutch / Torque Converter | Dry Single Plate / Dual Clutch / Torque Converter | Dry Single Plate / Dual Clutch / Torque Converter |
| Dimensions & Weight | |||||||
| Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm | 4460 mm | 4460 mm | 4365 mm | 4365 mm | 4365 mm |
| Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm | 1830 mm | 1830 mm | 1800 mm | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1635 mm | 1635 mm | 1635 mm | 1635 mm | 1645 mm | 1645 mm | 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2690 mm | 2690 mm | 2690 mm | 2690 mm | 2610 mm | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm | 200 mm | 190 mm | 190 mm | 190 mm |
| Kerb Weight | – | – | – | – | 1340 kg | 1340 kg | 1340 kg |
| Turning Radius | – | – | – | – | 5.3 m | 5.3 m | 5.3 m |
| Capacities | |||||||
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 447 L | 447 L | 447 L | 447 L | 433 L | 433 L | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L | 50 L |
| Safety & Security | |||||||
| Abs Ebd | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Esc | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Isofix | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Ownership Costs | |||||||
| Annual Road Tax | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) | Rs. 25,000 (Bagmati) |
Key specs
Engine
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Fuel Type
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Power
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Torque
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Transmission
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Drive Type
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Seats
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Fuel Tank
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Boot Space
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Mileage
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Top Speed
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
0-100 km/h
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Performance & Engine
Displacement
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Cylinders
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Valve Train
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Fuel System
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Max Power
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Max Torque
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Top Speed
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
0-100 km/h
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Fuel Type
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Mileage (ARAI)
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gearbox
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Drive Type
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Clutch Type
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Dimensions & Weight
Length
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Width
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Height
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Wheelbase
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Ground Clearance
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Kerb Weight
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Turning Radius
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Capacities
Seating Capacity
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Boot Space
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Fuel Tank
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Safety & Security
Abs Ebd
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Esc
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Hill Start
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Isofix
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Ownership Costs
Annual Road Tax
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Kia Seltos Features
Features and equipment available on each variant.
| Feature | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | |||||||
| NCAP Rating | – | – | – | – | 3 Stars (Global NCAP) / 5 Stars (ANCAP) | 3 Stars (Global NCAP) / 5 Stars (ANCAP) | 3 Stars (Global NCAP) / 5 Stars (ANCAP) |
| Airbags | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard) | 6 Airbags (Standard) |
| ABS / Stability | – | – | – | – | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD | ABS with EBD |
| TPMS | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| ISOFIX | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Hill Hold | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | |||||||
| Cruise Control | – | – | – | – | Cruise control | Cruise control | Smart cruise control with stop & go |
| Emergency Braking (AEB) | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) |
| Forward Collision Warning | – | – | – | – | – | – | Forward Collision Warning |
| Lane Assist | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Lane Keep Assist + Lane Follow Assist |
| Blind Spot Detection | – | – | – | – | Blind View Monitor (in cluster) | Blind View Monitor (in cluster) | Blind-Spot Collision Warning + Blind View Monitor |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | – | – | – | – | – | Available | Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist |
| 360° Camera | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | 360-degree surround view monitor |
| Reverse Camera | – | – | – | – | Rear parking camera with dynamic guidelines | Rear parking camera with dynamic guidelines | Rear parking camera with dynamic guidelines |
| Parking Sensors | – | – | – | – | Front + rear parking sensors | Front + rear parking sensors | Front + rear parking sensors |
| Auto Hold | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Driver Attention Monitor | – | – | – | – | – | – | Driver Attention Warning (DAW) |
| Auto High Beam | – | – | – | – | – | – | High Beam Assist |
| Auto Headlamps | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Comfort | |||||||
| Climate Control | – | – | – | – | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control | Dual-zone automatic climate control |
| Sunroof | – | – | – | – | Single-pane sunroof | Single-pane sunroof | Panoramic sunroof |
| Heated/Ventilated Seats | – | – | – | – | Ventilated front seats | Ventilated front seats | Ventilated front seats |
| Keyless Entry & Start | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Drive Modes | – | – | – | – | Eco / Normal / Sport | Eco / Normal / Sport | Eco / Normal / Sport + Terrain modes |
| Ambient Lighting | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Electronic Parking Brake | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Technology | |||||||
| Infotainment | – | – | – | – | 10.25-inch HD touchscreen with navigation | 10.25-inch HD touchscreen with navigation | 10.25-inch HD touchscreen with navigation |
| Instrument Cluster | – | – | – | – | 10.25-inch full digital cluster | 10.25-inch full digital cluster | 10.25-inch full digital cluster |
| Connectivity | – | – | – | – | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB-C | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB-C | Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bluetooth, USB-C |
| Wireless Charging | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Sound System | – | – | – | – | Bose 8-speaker premium audio | Bose 8-speaker premium audio | Bose 8-speaker premium audio |
| Connected Car Tech | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Driver Assistance | |||||||
| Level 2 ADAS (28 features) | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Interior & Comfort | |||||||
| 10-way power driver seat | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Dual-zone climate | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
| Technology (other) | |||||||
| Dual 12.3-inch Trinity Panoramic display | – | – | – | – | Available | Available | Available |
Safety
NCAP Rating
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Airbags
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
ABS / Stability
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
TPMS
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
ISOFIX
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Hill Hold
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Driver Assistance (ADAS)
Cruise Control
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Emergency Braking (AEB)
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Forward Collision Warning
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Lane Assist
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Blind Spot Detection
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
360° Camera
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Reverse Camera
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Parking Sensors
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Auto Hold
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Driver Attention Monitor
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Auto High Beam
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Auto Headlamps
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Comfort
Climate Control
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Sunroof
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Heated/Ventilated Seats
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Keyless Entry & Start
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Drive Modes
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Ambient Lighting
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Electronic Parking Brake
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Technology
Infotainment
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Instrument Cluster
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Connectivity
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Wireless Charging
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Sound System
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Connected Car Tech
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Driver Assistance
Level 2 ADAS (28 features)
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Interior & Comfort
10-way power driver seat
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Dual-zone climate
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Technology (other)
Dual 12.3-inch Trinity Panoramic display
HTE (O)
HTK
HTK (O)
HTK Plus
HTX
Gravity Edition
GTX Plus (Diesel AT)
Expert Analysis
Our verdict, ratings by area, and what stands out.
Good
The Seltos HTX diesel at Rs 79.90 lakh offers practical tech and efficiency for Nepal's urban conditions. With 158 bhp, 20.7 kmpl mileage and comprehensive features like ADAS and ventilated seats, it suits Kathmandu commutes and occasional highway trips. Ground clearance of 190 mm handles broken roads adequately, though Scorpio Classic and off-roaders stand taller. The diesel engine keeps costs manageable versus petrol peers, but you sacrifice some power against the Proton X50 and face Kia's still-building service reputation outside the valley.
A well-equipped diesel SUV for buyers prioritising tech, efficiency and urban practicality over outright performance or brand legacy.
- Daily Kathmandu commutes with occasional highway travel
- Buyers wanting ADAS and modern features in a diesel SUV
Ratings by area
- Performance6/10
- Efficiency7/10
- Comfort8/10
- Safety7/10
- Value6/10
- Brand & service4/10
Pros
- 158 bhp diesel in HTX delivers more power than Mahindra Scorpio Classic and Skoda Kushaq
- 20.7 kmpl ARAI mileage keeps running costs low versus petrol rivals at Rs 160-170/litre
- Dual 12.3-inch displays, Level 2 ADAS with 28 features, 360-degree camera and dual-pane sunroof
- 190 mm ground clearance handles broken Kathmandu roads better than Kushaq's 188 mm
- 5-star Bharat NCAP, 6 airbags, ventilated seats and 433-litre boot in a proven SUV package
Cons
- Rs 79.90 lakh price matches Kushaq but trails Isuzu D-Max and Force Gurkha on absolute value
- 158 bhp lags behind Proton X50's 179 bhp and Isuzu D-Max's 187 bhp in this price band
- Ground clearance 19 mm lower than Scorpio Classic, 43 mm below Gurkha for severe terrain
- Brand reputation scores 4/10, service network concerns outside valley remain for Kia owners
Reviewed by the EV News Nepal team
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