Proton X90 and Kia Sportage, Which One Is Better for Malaysian Families?

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X90 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.

Price and Variants

Proton X90 OTR price in Malaysia is RM 106,800 - 122,800, total 4 variants, including 2026 1.5T Prime X (RM 122,800), 2026 1.5T Prime (RM 116,800), 2026 1.5T Lite (RM 106,800) etc.

Kia Sportage OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,639 - 179,320, total 4 variants, 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 the price perspective, the starting price of Proton X90 is indeed RM 22,839 cheaper than Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But be aware, those few thousand cheaper, might have trade-offs in features, depends on your needs.

Safety Features

Proton X90 safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

Kia Sportage safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Drive Wise.

Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features are quite comprehensive in this class. New cars nowadays are generally safe, no need to worry too much about this.

Space and Comfort

Proton X90 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Kia Sportage body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Both cars' dimensions are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this class are fully sufficient for daily use.

Maintenance and Service

Proton X90 warranty 5 years/150,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Kia Sportage warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Summary

Overall, Proton X90 and Kia Sportage are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your research, compare quotes from multiple dealerships, then go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major matter, spending time on research will definitely not be a mistake.