Verdict
At RM129,639 versus RM139,639, the RM10,000 gap buys the Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD meaningful convenience and driver-assist kit rather than extra performance. Both use the same 1,999 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine with 154 hp and 192 Nm, front-wheel drive and a six-speed automatic, so the drive should be effectively the same on paper. The High adds autonomous braking, collision warning, steering lane keeping, adaptive cruise with Stop & Go, a powered boot and front parking sensors. But the cheaper car gets the larger 12.3-inch touchscreen, against 8 inches in the High.
Pick the Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD if you want the same engine and SUV fundamentals for RM10,000 less, and can live without the High’s extra driver assists.
Pick the Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD if autonomous braking, adaptive cruise, front sensors, a powered boot and a power-adjustable driver’s seat matter more than the lower price.
Key differences
- Price: Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD RM129,639; Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD RM139,639
- Autonomous braking: Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD —; Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD Yes
- Lane-keeping assist: Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD No; Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD Steering Correction
- Cruise control: Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD Passive Cruise Control; Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Front seats: Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD Manual Adjustment; Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
- Infotainment touchscreen: Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD 12.3-inch; Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD 8-inch
2.0G 2WD
- RM10,000 cheaper with the same 154 hp and 192 Nm output
- Larger 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Keeps key basics such as LED projector headlamps, rear camera and wireless charger
- No autonomous braking or collision warning
- No steering-correction lane-keeping assist
- No front parking sensors or powered boot
2.0G High 2WD
- Adds autonomous braking, collision warning and steering-correction lane keeping
- Gets adaptive cruise control with Stop & Go instead of passive cruise
- Adds powered boot, front parking sensors and a power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Costs RM10,000 more
- Smaller 8-inch infotainment touchscreen than the 2.0G 2WD’s 12.3-inch unit
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM 129,639✓ | RM 139,639 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | C-Segment | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CKD | CKD |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing | 16-Valve DOHC, Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing |
| Capacity | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc |
| Horsepower | 154 hp | 154 hp |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | Inline | Inline |
| Timing Type | Chain | Chain |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.8 | 10.8 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 6-Speed Automatic | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Gears | 6 | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Hyundai | Hyundai |
| Driveline | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,660 mm | 4,660 mm |
| Width | 1,865 mm | 1,865 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,660 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,755 mm | 2,755 mm |
| Weight | 1,578 kg | 1,578 kg |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 587 litres | 587 litres |
| Front Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/65R17 |
| Rear Tyre | 235/65R17 | 235/65R17 |
| Spare Tyre | Space Saver | Space Saver |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Malaysia (CKD) |
| Chassis | Unibody | Unibody |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Struts | MacPherson Struts |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link |
| Front Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 17" Alloy | 17" Alloy |
| Front Brakes | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Solid Disc | Solid Disc |
| 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 Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain |
| 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 |
| ISOFIX | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats | Available for 2 Outer 2nd Row Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | — | Yes |
| Lane-keeping Assist | No | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | — | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Available for all seats | Available for all seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED Projector |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjustment | Power Adjustable Driver's Seat, Manual Adjustable Front Passenger Seat |
| Rear Seats | 60:40 Split-folding | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Single-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 | Map Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Audio | 12.3" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers | 8" Infotainment Touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and 6 Speakers |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Down | Four Windows, Driver Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Passive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go |
| Tiptronic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Remote Control Activation | Powered Boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | — | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 4 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Backlit Analogue | Backlit Analogue |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM 440 | RM 440 |
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.
2.0G 2WD vs 2.0G High 2WD FAQ
Is the Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD or Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD better?
The Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD is better equipped, mainly for safety and convenience. It adds autonomous braking, collision warning, steering lane keeping, adaptive cruise with Stop & Go, front sensors and a powered boot.
What is the price difference?
The Kia Sportage 2.0G High 2WD costs RM10,000 more than the Kia Sportage 2.0G 2WD.
Do they have the same engine and performance figures?
Yes. Both use a 1,999 cc naturally aspirated petrol engine with 154 hp and 192 Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic and front-wheel drive.