In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare 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 help you save time on research.
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, Perodua Aruz's starting price is indeed RM 56,739 cheaper than Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, Perodua's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. However, note that the few thousand difference might involve trade-offs in features, depending on your specific needs.

Perodua Aruz safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include .
Kia Sportage safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include Drive Wise.
Both cars have the same safety rating, and safety features in this segment are quite comprehensive. New cars nowadays are not lacking in safety, so there is no need to worry too much about this point.

Perodua Aruz body length is 4400 mm, trunk is 400 L.
Kia Sportage body length is 4400 mm, trunk is 400 L.
The dimensions of the two cars are almost the same, with little difference in interior space. For cars in this segment, daily use is more than sufficient.

Perodua Aruz uses FWD drive configuration.
Kia Sportage uses FWD drive configuration.
Both cars have the same drive configuration, both are FWD, and the daily driving experience will not differ too much.

In general, both Perodua Aruz 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, comparing quotes from several car dealerships, and then test driving to make a final decision. Buying a car is a big matter; spending time on research will never be wrong.