In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Toyota Yaris Cross 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.
Toyota Yaris Cross OTR price in Malaysia is RM 99,900 - 109,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 2026 1.5L Standard (RM 99,900), 2026 HEV 1.5L Standard (RM 109,900), etc.
Kia Sportage OTR price in Malaysia is RM 129,639 - 179,320, with a total of 4 versions, 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.
In terms of price, the starting price of Toyota Yaris Cross is indeed RM 29,739 cheaper than Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, Toyota's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand Ringgit cheaper might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific requirements.

Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.
Kia Sportage is equipped with 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.
In terms of power, the 1.5L Turbo of Kia Sportage has 35 more hp than the 1.5L 4-cyl of Toyota Yaris Cross. However, for daily driving in the city, both cars have enough power, you won't feel underpowered.

Toyota Yaris Cross safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include TSS.
Kia Sportage safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Drive Wise.
Both cars have the same safety rating, safety features in this class are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays generally have good safety, no need to worry too much about this.

Toyota Yaris Cross warranty 5 years/unlimited mileage, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.
Kia Sportage warranty 5 years/300,000km, maintenance interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

Overall, Toyota Yaris Cross and Kia Sportage are both excellent models in the Malaysian market. Choosing which one depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and test driving before making a final decision. Buying a car is a major event, spending time on research will never be wrong.