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Toyota Yaris Cross or Kia Sportage? Comprehensive Malaysia Car Review Analysis

2026-10-01 04:20:00
DailyEVUserHK
1.2k Fans   109 Following   298 Posts

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare the 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.

Price and Versions

The OTR price of the Toyota Yaris Cross 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.

The OTR price of the Kia Sportage 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 Toyota Yaris Cross starting price is indeed RM 29,739 cheaper than the Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, the Toyota entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the difference of a few thousand, there might be trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

The Toyota Yaris Cross is equipped with a 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

The Kia Sportage is equipped with a 1.5L Turbo, 140 hp. Official fuel consumption 7.0 L/100km.

In terms of power, the Kia Sportage 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than the Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily driving in the city, the power of both cars is sufficient, you won't feel lack of power.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

The Toyota Yaris Cross body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The Kia Sportage body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

The dimensions of the two cars are almost the same, interior space difference is not significant. Cars in this class are completely sufficient for daily use.

Toyota Yaris Cross Exterior Image 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Features and Technology

The Toyota Yaris Cross adopts FWD drive mode.

The Kia Sportage adopts FWD drive mode.

The drive mode of the two cars is the same, both are FWD, daily driving experience will not be significantly different.

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Warranty

The Toyota Yaris Cross warranty is 5 years/unlimited mileage, service interval every 10,000 km or 6 months.

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

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Summary

Overall, both the Toyota Yaris Cross and Kia Sportage are very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends mainly on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing your research, compare quotes from several car dealers, and then go for a test drive to make the final decision. Buying a car is a big deal, spending some time on research will never go wrong.

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