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Kia Carnival vs Mitsubishi ASX in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduEx-showroom, as listed — no trim distributor-verified yetComparing 2.2L EX I vs ASX 2.0 Full-Option variants
The short answer

Kia Carnival costs रु 24,10,000 less ex-showroom. Carnival has 52 PS more power.

Choose the Kia Carnival if
Kia Carnival costs रु 24,10,000 less ex-showroom.Carnival has 52 PS more power.

The EX I serves as the entry-level luxury MPV for corporate fleets or large families, offering immense space and premium sliding doors.

Pros
Massive interior space for all 7 passengers
Smooth 8-speed automatic paired with a torquey diesel
Dual sunroofs enhance cabin airiness
Premium electric sliding doors provide easy ingress
Cons
Difficult to maneuver in narrow Kathmandu streets due to length
Relatively small 8-inch screen for a vehicle of this price
Lacks 360-degree camera which is vital for its size
Higher maintenance costs associated with CBU imports
As of 19 Sept 2026
Choose the Mitsubishi ASX if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

The flagship ASX in Nepal; it is extremely expensive but provides the full suite of Mitsubishi's 4WD hardware and interior luxury.

Pros
Top-tier 4WD performance in the compact segment
Full leather interior and premium cabin feel
Maximum safety with 7 airbags
Cons
Price enters the territory of larger mid-size SUVs
Absence of ADAS features like Lane Keep Assist
Outdated dashboard design for a 1.3 Crore+ vehicle
As of 13 Sept 2026
16 rows compared
Kia Carnival price in Nepal
Kia
रु 81,90,000Lowest price
Mitsubishi ASX price in Nepal
Mitsubishi
रु 1,06,00,000
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 81,90,000Cheapest
रु 1,06,00,000
Fuel
diesel
petrol
Distributor
Continental Trading Enterprises Pvt. Ltd. (Kia Nepal)
Leon Motors Private Limited
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⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Engine capacity
2,199 cc
1,998 cc
Max power
202 PS+52 PS
150 PS
Max torque
441 Nm+244 Nm
197 Nm
Transmission
automatic
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
4WD
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
5,155 mm
Not disclosed
Width
1,995 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,775 mm
Not disclosed
Seating
7
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
43Better
9
Service centres
30Better
15
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two diesel models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·seating_capacity: 7-seater configuration with VIP Lounge seats
·sunroof_type: Dual Sunroof
·Tri-zone fully automatic temperature control
·Leatherette upholstery with powered front seats
As of 19 Sept 2026
·sunroof_type: Panoramic Sunroof
·Upholstery: Full Leather Seats
·Power-adjustable driver's seat
As of 13 Sept 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·infotainment_size_in: 8-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
·parking_brake_type: Electronic Parking Brake
·auto_hold: Included with EPB system
·Smart Power Sliding Doors and Smart Power Tailgate
As of 19 Sept 2026
·infotainment_size_in: 8-inch SDA
·parking_brake_type: Manual lever
·Premium 6-speaker audio system
As of 13 Sept 2026
🛡️Safety
·airbag_count: 7 Airbags
·camera_360: Rear-view camera with dynamic guidelines
·ABS with EBD and Electronic Stability Control
As of 19 Sept 2026
·airbag_count: 7 Airbags
·adas_level: Level 0 (As of: 13/09/2026)
·Blind Spot Warning (BSW) and Rear Cross Traffic Alert
As of 13 Sept 2026
Warranty & After-sales
·Standard vehicle warranty: 3 years or 100,000 km, whichever occurs first
·Free servicing: 3 complimentary services in the first year
As of 19 Sept 2026
·Whole-vehicle warranty: 1 year or 20,000 km
As of 13 Sept 2026
✨Design & Exterior
·18-inch Sputtering Alloy Wheels
·LED Projector Headlamps with LED DRLs
·Tiger Nose Grille with Diamond Pattern
As of 19 Sept 2026
·Lighting: Full LED lighting system
·Chrome exterior accents
As of 13 Sept 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Imported as CBU (Completely Built Unit) for the Nepal market
As of 19 Sept 2026
·Imported as CBU from Japan
As of 13 Sept 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Kia Carnival
Mitsubishi ASX

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 5-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 81,90,000
रु 1,06,00,000
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 37,500
≈ रु 27,500
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 10,745
≈ रु 10,745
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 82,38,245
≈ रु 1,06,38,245
EMI / month
≈ रु 98,466 · 5 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 1,27,441 · 5 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

Kia Carnival full detailsMitsubishi ASX full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

On our data the Kia Carnival is the stronger buy: it is रु 24,10,000 cheaper ex-showroom (29.4%) and still leads on dealer and service reach and power.

Choose the Kia Carnival if
  • the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking

Measured: 15 more service centres in Nepal (30 vs 15); 52 PS more power; 244 Nm more torque.

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
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These trims are listed at their published ex-showroom price, but none has been checked against the distributor's own price list yet — so treat the figures as indicative and confirm at the showroom.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Kia: 43 showrooms, 30 service centres · Mitsubishi: 9 showrooms, 15 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Kia Carnival vs Mitsubishi ASX — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Kia Carnival or Mitsubishi ASX?

As of October 2026, the Mitsubishi ASX starts at Rs 79.5 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 2.4 lakh less than the Kia Carnival at Rs 81.9 lakh.

What is the price of the Kia Carnival and Mitsubishi ASX in Nepal?

The Kia Carnival costs Rs 81.9 lakh and the Mitsubishi ASX costs Rs 79.5 lakh to Rs 1.06 crore (ex-showroom, October 2026).

Should I buy the Kia Carnival or the Mitsubishi ASX?

On our data the Kia Carnival is the stronger buy: it is रु 24,10,000 cheaper ex-showroom (29.4%) and still leads on dealer and service reach and power. Take the Kia Carnival if the ex-showroom price is your binding constraint. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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