Kia Sportage vs Zeekr X
Verdict
The Kia Sportage is the cheaper, bigger-cargo petrol SUV here at RM129,639, with a 2.0 litre engine, front-wheel drive and a useful 587-litre boot. The Zeekr X costs RM158,800 but changes the brief: rear-wheel drive, 335 hp, 373 Nm, 0-100 km/h in 5.3 seconds and a 66 kWh battery good for 440 km. For a Malaysian buyer, the Kia makes more sense if space and price lead. The Zeekr answers with performance, EV running and much richer safety kit.
Sportage
Pick the Kia Sportage if you want the lower price, the larger 587-litre boot and a petrol SUV with a space-saver spare tyre.
X
Pick the Zeekr X if you want EV performance, 440 km of range, DC charging at up to 200 kW and more driver-assist kit.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Sportage RM129,639; Zeekr X RM158,800
- Output: Kia Sportage 154 hp and 192 Nm; Zeekr X 335 hp and 373 Nm
- Driveline: Kia Sportage front-wheel drive; Zeekr X rear-wheel drive
- Boot space: Kia Sportage 587 litres; Zeekr X 404 litres
- Size: Kia Sportage 4,660 mm long and 1,660 mm tall; Zeekr X 4,432 mm long and 1,566 mm tall
- Warranty: Kia Sportage 5 years/100,000 km; Zeekr X 5 years/150,000 km plus 8 years/160,000 km battery warranty
Sportage
- RM29,161 cheaper to buy
- Larger 587-litre boot
- Space-saver spare tyre included
- Far lower output at 154 hp and 192 Nm
- No listed autonomous braking, blind spot info or adaptive cruise control
- Manual front seats and single-zone climate control
X
- Much stronger 335 hp and 373 Nm motor
- 440 km EV range with 200 kW DC charging
- Adaptive cruise control, 360-degree monitor and head-up display
- RM29,161 more expensive
- Smaller 404-litre boot
- Tyre repair kit only, with no spare tyre
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 129,639✓ | RM 158,800 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | — |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | — |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | — |
| Torque | 192 Nm | — |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | — |
| Timing Type | Chain | — |
| Fuel | Petrol | Electric |
| Bore | 81 mm | — |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | — |
| Number of Motors | — | 1 |
| Motor Horsepower | — | 335 hp |
| Motor Torque | — | 373 Nm |
| Battery Type | — | Nickel Mangenese Cobalt |
| Battery Capacity | — | 66 kWh |
| EV Range | — | 440 km |
| Charger Type (AC) | — | Type 2 |
| Charging Rate (AC) | — | 11 kW |
| Charger Type (DC) | — | CCS |
| Charging Rate (DC) | — | 200 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 | — | 5.3 seconds |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,432 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,836 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,566 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,750 mm |
| Weight | 1,578 kg | — |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 587 litres✓ | 404 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/50R19 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | N/A, Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental EcoContact 6 |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | China (CBU) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 19" Paddle Alloys |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Discs |
| 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 & Front Passenger, Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags and Driver's Knee Airbag |
| 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 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 | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation Functions and Memory Function |
| 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-C Front, 2 USB-C Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights | Map Lights, Intelligent 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 | 14.6" Touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, 13-speaker Yamaha 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 Operation (Depress Brake To Start) |
| 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, with 360-degree Monitor |
| Auto Parking | — | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | — | Powered Front Doors |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 150,000 km✓ |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 8-Year/160,000 km Battery Warranty |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 440 | RM 395✓ |
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.
Sportage vs X FAQ
Is the Kia Sportage or Zeekr X better?
The Zeekr X is better for performance, EV range and safety equipment. The Kia Sportage is better if purchase price and boot space matter more.
What is the price difference?
The Zeekr X costs RM29,161 more than the Kia Sportage, based on RM158,800 versus RM129,639.
Which one has more boot space?
The Kia Sportage has the larger boot at 587 litres, compared with 404 litres in the Zeekr X.