Perodua Aruz vs Kia Sportage, Which One Is More Worth Buying?

In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers will compare the Perodua Aruz 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 save you time on research.

Price and Versions

Perodua Aruz has an OTR price in Malaysia of RM 72,900 - 77,900, with a total of 2 versions, including 1.5L X (RM 72,900), 1.5L AV (RM 77,900), etc.

Kia Sportage has an OTR price in Malaysia of 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 Perodua Aruz is indeed RM 56,739 cheaper than Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, the entry-level version of Perodua can already meet daily needs. However, note that that few thousand price difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 1, Source: BitAuto Malaysia

Power and Fuel Economy

Perodua Aruz comes with 1.5L 4-cyl, 105 hp. Official fuel consumption is 6.0 L/100km.

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

In terms of power, Kia Sportage's 1.5L Turbo has 35 more horsepower than Perodua Aruz's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, when driving daily in the city, both cars have sufficient power and will not feel underpowered.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 2, Source: BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Perodua Aruz body length is 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

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

The dimensions of both cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. Cars of this level are more than enough for daily use.

Perodua Aruz Exterior Image 3, Source: BitAuto Malaysia

Configuration and Technology

Perodua Aruz uses FWD drive type.

Kia Sportage uses FWD drive type.

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

Kia Sportage Exterior Image 1, Source: BitAuto Malaysia

Conclusion

Overall, Perodua Aruz and Kia Sportage are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one you choose ultimately depends on your personal needs and budget. We suggest doing your homework, comparing quotes from several dealerships, and then going for a test drive to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time doing homework will definitely not be wrong.