Verdict
At RM129,800, the Jetour T1 is only RM161 dearer than the RM129,639 Kia Sportage, yet it brings 168 hp and 270 Nm against 154 hp and 192 Nm, plus adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist. Its RM120 annual road tax also undercuts the Sportage’s RM440. The Kia counters with a 587-litre boot, 13 litres more than the Jetour, and is 54 kg lighter. For Malaysian buyers, the T1’s 7-year/150,000-km warranty versus five years/100,000 km makes it the better-equipped choice on these figures.
Pick the Jetour T1 if you want 168 hp, 270 Nm, active safety assistance and lower RM120 annual road tax for just RM161 more.
Pick the Kia Sportage if a 587-litre boot and 1,578-kg kerb weight matter more than the Jetour T1’s stronger output and longer warranty.
Key differences
- Price: Jetour T1 RM129,800; Kia Sportage RM129,639.
- Power and torque: Jetour T1 168 hp and 270 Nm; Kia Sportage 154 hp and 192 Nm.
- Road tax: Jetour T1 RM120 per year; Kia Sportage RM440 per year.
- Boot space: Jetour T1 574 litres; Kia Sportage 587 litres.
- Wheels: Jetour T1 18-inch alloys with 235/65R18 tyres; Kia Sportage 17-inch alloys with 235/65R17 tyres.
- Warranty: Jetour T1 seven years/150,000 km; Kia Sportage five years/100,000 km.
T1
- 168 hp and 270 Nm from its 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking and lane-keeping assist.
- Seven-year/150,000-km warranty, plus a 10-year/1,000,000-km engine warranty.
- 574-litre boot is 13 litres smaller than the Kia Sportage’s 587 litres.
- At 1,632 kg, it is 54 kg heavier than the Kia Sportage.
Sportage
- 587-litre boot is 13 litres larger than the Jetour T1’s.
- At 1,578 kg, it is 54 kg lighter than the Jetour T1.
- Costs RM161 less.
- 154 hp and 192 Nm trail the Jetour T1’s 168 hp and 270 Nm.
- No autonomous braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot information system or adaptive cruise control.
- Five-year/100,000-km warranty is shorter than the Jetour T1’s seven years/150,000 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,800 | RM129,639✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM120✓ | RM440 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-valve DOHC with Turbocharger, Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,499 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 168 hp✓ | 154 hp |
| Torque | 270 Nm✓ | 192 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 10.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 7 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Hyundai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,705 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,967 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,840 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,800 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,632 kg | 1,578 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 70 litres | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 574 litres | 587 litres✓ |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R18 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R18 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Factory Tyres | GitiComfort F50 | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 18" Apex Alloys | 17" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | — |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Manual For Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | — |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | — |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | No |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | — |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | Available for all seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | — |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Passenger Seat | Manual Adjustment |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.8" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 8-speaker sound system | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Down |
| Engine Start | Keyless Operation (Push Button Start) | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | — |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View Monitor | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km✓ | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 7 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 10 Years, 1,000,000 km Engine Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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T1 vs Sportage FAQ
Is the Jetour T1 or Kia Sportage better?
The Jetour T1 is the stronger buy on specification: it has 168 hp, 270 Nm, driver-assistance functions, RM120 annual road tax and a seven-year/150,000-km warranty. Choose the Kia Sportage primarily for its 587-litre boot and 54-kg lower weight.
What is the price difference?
The Jetour T1 costs RM129,800 and the Kia Sportage costs RM129,639, so the Jetour is RM161 more expensive.
Which has the longer warranty?
The Jetour T1 has the longer manufacturer warranty at seven years or 150,000 km, versus five years or 100,000 km for the Kia Sportage. The Jetour also has a 10-year/1,000,000-km engine warranty.