In the SUV market in Malaysia, many buyers compare Proton X70 and Kia Sportage when choosing a car. These two 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.
The OTR price of 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), 1.5L Premium 2WD (RM 122,300) etc.
The OTR price of 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), 2025 2.0L AT 2WD High (RM 139,639) etc.
From a price perspective, the starting price of Proton X70 is indeed RM 22,839 cheaper than Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version is already enough for daily needs. But also note, the few thousand RM cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Proton X70 is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Kia Sportage is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
Both cars use the same powertrain, the driving feel is basically no difference in daily use. Fuel consumption is also similar, no need to worry too much about this point.

Proton X70's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).
Kia Sportage's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Drive Wise.
Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite complete in this class. New car safety is generally not bad nowadays, no need to worry too much about this.

Proton X70 uses FWD drive type.
Kia Sportage uses FWD drive type.
Both cars have the same drive type, both are FWD, daily driving feel will not have much difference.
Both Proton X70 and Kia Sportage are mainstream choices in the Malaysia market, suitable for family use and daily commuting. If you value brand reputation and resale value more, prioritize the one with better reputation; if you care more about cost-performance and features, choose the one with richer configuration. Ultimately it is recommended to test drive both, personal experience is the most important.
Overall, both Proton X70 and Kia Sportage are very good car models in the Malaysia market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework well, compare quotes from several dealerships, and then test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big matter, spending some time on research will never be wrong.