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X50 or Sportage? A Comparison to Help You Save Time on Research

2026-07-29 07:30:01
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In the Malaysian SUV market, many buyers compare Proton X50 and Kia Sportage when choosing a car. These two cars are quite close in price and positioning. Today we will do a detailed comparison from multiple aspects to help you save time on research.

Price and Versions

Proton X50's OTR price in Malaysia is RM 89,800 - 113,300, with a total of 4 versions, including 1.5T Executive (RM 89,800), 1.5T Premium (RM 101,800), 1.5T Flagship (RM 113,300), etc.

Kia Sportage's 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.

From a price perspective, Proton X50's starting price is indeed RM 39,839 cheaper than Kia Sportage. If your budget is limited, Proton's entry-level version can already meet daily needs. But also note, the few thousand ringgit difference, there might be trade-offs in equipment, it depends on your needs.

Proton X50 Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Performance and Fuel Consumption

Proton X50 is equipped with 1.5L 4-cyl, horsepower 105 hp. Official fuel consumption 6.0 L/100km.

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

In terms of performance, Kia Sportage's 1.5L Turbo has 35 horsepower more than Proton X50's 1.5L 4-cyl. However, for daily driving in the city, both cars have enough power, you won't feel it's lacking.

Proton X50 Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Safety Equipment

Proton X50's safety rating is 5★ (ASEAN NCAP), active safety systems include ADAS (ACC, AEB, LKA, LDA, BSM, RCTA).

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

Both cars have the same safety rating. Safety equipment is quite complete in this class. New car safety is generally not poor nowadays, no need to worry too much about this point.

Proton X50 Exterior View 3, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Space and Comfort

Proton X50 body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

Kia Sportage body length 4400 mm, trunk 400 L.

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

Kia Sportage Exterior View 1, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Maintenance and Warranty

Proton X50 Warranty 5 years/150,000km, Service interval every 10,000km or 6 months.

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

Kia Sportage Exterior View 2, Source BitAuto Malaysia

Conclusion

Overall, Proton X50 and Kia Sportage are both very good models in the Malaysian market. Which one to choose depends on your personal needs and budget. We recommend doing research, comparing quotes from several car dealers, and then test driving to make the final decision. Buying a car is a major decision, spending time on research is never wrong.

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