Verdict
Just RM639 separates them, but the Leapmotor C10 gives a Malaysian buyer a 215 hp, 320 Nm rear-motor EV with a 69.9 kWh battery, 420 km range and RM200 annual road tax. It is also 79 mm longer and rides on a 70 mm longer wheelbase than the Kia Sportage. The Kia counters with a much more useful 587-litre boot, 152 litres ahead of the C10, plus a space-saver spare. Choose the C10 for its stronger equipment and EV running-tax advantage; choose the Sportage if luggage capacity matters more than driver-assistance kit.
Pick the Kia Sportage if you need the larger 587-litre boot and want a space-saver spare tyre for long-distance travel.
Pick the Leapmotor C10 if you want 215 hp and 320 Nm electric performance, 420 km range, richer safety kit and lower RM200 annual road tax.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Sportage RM129,639; Leapmotor C10 RM129,000.
- Powertrain: Kia Sportage 154 hp/192 Nm 2.0-litre petrol; Leapmotor C10 215 hp/320 Nm single electric motor.
- Road tax: Kia Sportage RM440 per year; Leapmotor C10 RM200 per year.
- Dimensions: Kia Sportage 4,660 mm long with a 2,755 mm wheelbase; Leapmotor C10 4,739 mm long with a 2,825 mm wheelbase.
- Boot space: Kia Sportage 587 litres; Leapmotor C10 435 litres.
- Warranty: Kia Sportage five years/100,000 km; Leapmotor C10 six years/150,000 km, with eight-year/160,000 km BEV and battery cover.
Sportage
- 587-litre boot, 152 litres larger than the C10's
- Space-saver spare tyre
- Six airbags including front and rear curtain airbags
- No blind-spot system, autonomous braking or collision warning
- Manual front-seat adjustment versus powered, ventilated C10 front seats
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM200
C10
- 215 hp and 320 Nm motor with 420 km range
- Blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking and adaptive cruise control
- Powered boot, 360-degree camera and 12-speaker audio
- 435-litre boot is 152 litres smaller than the Sportage's
- No spare tyre; only a tyre repair kit
- At 1,980 kg, it is 402 kg heavier than the Sportage
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,639 | RM129,000✓ |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | D-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM200✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 400V architecture |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 192 Nm | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 320 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 69.9 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 420 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 84 kW |
| V2L | — | 1.7 kW |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Single Ratio Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | — |
| Gears | 6 | — |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | — |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | — | 7.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 170 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,739 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,900 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,680 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,825 mm |
| Weight | 1,578 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 587 litres✓ | 435 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 245/45R20 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 245/45R20 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Dunlop e-Sport Maxx |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 20" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack & Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Front Side, Curtain and Far Side |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 2nd Row Seats | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Available for all seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | — | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Driver and Front Passenger Powered Seats, Front Seat Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| 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 | Map Lights & Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | — | Sunroof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 14.6" Touchscreen with Satellite Navigation, WiFi built-in, 12-speaker Surround Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation (NFC Card) |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Contactless Opening, Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes, 360-degree Monitor |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | — | Active Tyre Pressure Monitoring System |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 6 years✓ |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8 Year/160,000 km BEV Warranty, 8-year/160,000 km Battery 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.
Used Sportage & C10 for sale
Sportage vs C10 FAQ
Is the Kia Sportage or Leapmotor C10 better?
The Leapmotor C10 is the stronger on-paper choice for equipment, safety assistance, power and annual road tax. The Kia Sportage is better if its 587-litre boot and space-saver spare are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Kia Sportage costs RM129,639 and the Leapmotor C10 costs RM129,000, so the C10 is RM639 cheaper.
Which has the better safety and driver-assistance package?
The Leapmotor C10 does. It adds blind-spot monitoring, autonomous braking, collision warning, steering-correction lane keeping, adaptive cruise control and a 360-degree monitor; the Sportage has passive cruise control and a reverse camera.