Verdict
For a Malaysian buyer, the Kia Sportage costs RM129,639, leaving RM30,309 in hand against the Xpeng G6. It is the sensible petrol choice if a 587-litre boot and a space-saver spare matter. But the G6 turns that extra money into 248 hp, 440 Nm, a 68.5-kWh battery rated for 480 km and 382-kW DC charging, plus adaptive cruise control and blind-spot information. Its 571-litre boot is slightly smaller, yet its 2,890-mm wheelbase is 135 mm longer.
Pick the Kia Sportage if you want the lower entry price, a 587-litre boot and a space-saver spare tyre in a 2.0-litre petrol SUV.
Pick the Xpeng G6 if you want 480 km EV range, 382-kW DC charging, 248 hp and a much fuller driver-assistance package.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Sportage RM129,639; Xpeng G6 RM159,948.
- Output: Kia Sportage 154 hp and 192 Nm; Xpeng G6 248 hp and 440 Nm.
- Wheelbase: Kia Sportage 2,755 mm; Xpeng G6 2,890 mm.
- Boot space: Kia Sportage 587 litres; Xpeng G6 571 litres.
- Annual road tax: Kia Sportage RM440; Xpeng G6 RM240.
- Warranty mileage: Kia Sportage 100,000 km; Xpeng G6 120,000 km, plus an 8-year/160,000-km battery warranty.
Sportage
- RM30,309 cheaper to buy.
- 587-litre boot is 16 litres larger.
- Space-saver spare tyre is included.
- RM440 annual road tax versus RM240 for the G6.
- No autonomous braking, collision warning or blind-spot information; the G6 gets all three.
- Manual front-seat adjustment and single-zone climate control, where the G6 gets powered ventilated front seats and dual-zone climate control.
G6
- 248 hp and 440 Nm from its single rear motor.
- 68.5-kWh battery, 480-km range and 382-kW DC charging.
- Adaptive cruise control, autonomous braking, blind-spot information and auto parking.
- Costs RM30,309 more than the Sportage.
- 571-litre boot is 16 litres smaller than the Sportage's 587 litres.
- No spare tyre is listed, while the Sportage has a space-saver spare.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM129,639✓ | RM159,948 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM440 | RM240✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 800V 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 | — | 248 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 440 Nm |
| Battery Capacity | — | 68.5 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 480 km |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 382 kW |
| V2L | — | 3.3 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 | — | 6.94 seconds |
| Top Speed | — | 202 km/h |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,758 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,890 mm |
| Weight | 1,578 kg | 2,115 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 587 litres✓ | 571 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/60R18 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | — |
| Factory Tyres | — | Maxxis Waltz MS2 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | Double Wishbones |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 18" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain | Driver and Front Passenger, Side and Curtain Airbags, Driver's Knee Airbag |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | — | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual For Rear Doors | Electronic 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 Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| 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 with Manual Recline |
| Front Air-con | Single-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Rear AC Vents | Rear AC Vents |
| Sunroof | — | Fixed Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 1 Wireless Charger, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 USB Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights and Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 15.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 12-speaker Sound System |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Start (Depress Brake Pedal) |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | — | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | — |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 120,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 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.
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Sportage vs G6 FAQ
Is the Kia Sportage or Xpeng G6 better?
The Xpeng G6 is better for EV range, charging, power and driver assistance. The Kia Sportage is better if lower purchase cost, a larger 587-litre boot and a space-saver spare are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Xpeng G6 costs RM30,309 more than the Kia Sportage.
What charging advantage does the Xpeng G6 have?
The G6 has 11-kW AC charging, 382-kW DC charging and 3.3-kW V2L capability. The Sportage is a 1,999-cc petrol SUV, so it does not use EV charging.