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Proton X70 or Kia Sportage? A Real Car Review Reveals the Answer

2026-08-08 15:40:00
DaiPaiDong_5
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the Proton X70 and Kia Sportage when choosing a car. Both cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today, we will make a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of the Proton X70 in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,300. There are 3 versions in total, including 1.5L Standard 2WD (RM 106,800), 1.5L Executive 2WD (RM 115,800), and 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300).

The OTR price of the Kia Sportage in Malaysia is RM 129,639 - 179,320. There are 4 versions in total, including 2025 1.6T DCT 4WD High (RM 179,320), 2025 1.6T DCT 2WD High (RM 159,320), and 2025 2.0L AT 2WD High (RM 139,639).

From a price perspective, the starting price of the Proton X70 is indeed RM 22,839 cheaper than the Kia Sportage. If you have a limited budget, Proton's entry-level version is already sufficient for daily needs. However, keep in mind that the few thousand ringgit difference might involve compromises in features, depending on your specific needs.

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Features

The safety rating of the Proton X70 is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

The safety rating of the Kia Sportage is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP). Active safety systems include Drive Wise.

Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features are considered quite comprehensive within this class. New cars nowadays generally have good safety standards, so there is no need to worry too much about this.

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Configuration and Technology

The Proton X70 adopts a FWD drive system.

The Kia Sportage adopts a FWD drive system.

Both cars have the same drive system, both are FWD, so there will not be much difference in daily driving experience.

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Service

The Proton X70 has a 5-year/150,000km warranty, with maintenance intervals every 10,000km or 6 months.

The Kia Sportage has a 5-year/300,000km warranty, with maintenance intervals every 10,000km or 6 months.

Conclusion

Overall, both the Proton X70 and Kia Sportage are excellent models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose mainly depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest you do your research, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, and spending some time on research will never go wrong.

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