Kia Sportage
Kia Sportage
2.0L
RM 150,000
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Nissan Leaf
Nissan Leaf
Electric
RM 168,888
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Kia Sportage vs Nissan Leaf Comparison

Overview: Sportage vs Leaf

Key Features

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Power 154 hp 148 hp
Engine Displacement 1999 cc -

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User Ratings & Review Comparison

3.7/5
23 reviews
4.27/5
33 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • Stylish Compact SUV with Everyday Comfort

    One of the most attractive SUVs in its class is the new Kia Sportage. It surprised me how high-class the inside feels, with soft materials, a modern...

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    Imran Oct 09, 2025 for Kia Sportage
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    Driving the Nissan Leaf around KL felt quite different and spectacular compared to the regular petrol versions. The silent glide through the morning...

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    aulia Dec 12, 2025 for Nissan Leaf

From The Experts

Things we like

Premium appeal

Great comfort

Superb fit and finish

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Plush ride quality

Comfortable and spacious cabin

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Things we don't like

Quirky design might not go well with everyone

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Cabin has started to look old

Lack of new-age features

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Dimensions & Capacity

Kerb Weight 1578 kg 1580 kg
Length 4660 mm 4480 mm
Width 1865 mm 1790 mm
Height 1660 mm 1540 mm
Wheel Base 2755 mm 2690 mm
Ground Clearance 181 mm 150 mm
No Of Doors 5 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seats 5 Seats
Front Tread -- 1530 mm
Rear Tread -- 1545 mm
Gross Weight -- 1940 kg
Turning Radius -- 5.3 m
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Engine Details

Engine 2.0L Petrol Engine, In-line 4 Cylinder 16 Valve DOHC --
Fuel Supply System MPI --
No Of Cylinders 4 --
Valves Per Cylinder 4 --
Valve Configuration DOHC --
Battery Type -- Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity -- 40 kwh
Battery Voltage -- 350
Regenerative Braking -- Yes
AC Charging -- (0-100%) In 7 Hours
DC Charging -- 1 Hour
Estimated Fast Charging Time -- 1 Hour
Estimated Regular Charging Time -- 7 Hours
Motor Type -- AC Synchronous
Battery Warranty -- 8 Years or 160000 km
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Performance

Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Engine Displacement 1999 cc --
Power 154 hp 148 hp
Torque 192 Nm 320 Nm
RPM At Max Power 6200 RPM --
RPM At Max Torque 4500 RPM --
Driving Range -- 311 km
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Steering

Power Steering Yes Yes
Adjustable Steering Column Yes Yes
Steering Column Adjustable Adjustable
Steering Type Power Electric Power
Steering Gear Type Rack & Pinion Rack & Pinion

Suspension & Brakes

Front Brake Type Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type Discs Discs
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Independent Strut
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Torsion Beam

Transmission

Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Gear Box 6-Speed Single Speed
Drive Type 2WD FWD
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle No --

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Wheel Covers No No
Alloy Wheel Size 17 Inch 17 Inch
Tyre Size 235/65 R17 215/50 R17
Tyre Type Radial Radial
Wheel Size R17 R17
Spare Tyre Size -- 125/90 R16
Spare Tyre Material -- Alloy
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Safety

Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes Yes
Side Airbag-Front Yes Yes
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks Yes Yes
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Front Parking Sensors No No
Rear Parking Sensors Yes Yes
Rear Camera Yes Yes
Hill-Start Assist Control Yes Yes
Front Impact Beams Yes Yes
Side Impact Beams Yes Yes
Engine Check Warning Yes --
Tyre Pressure Monitor Yes --
Electric Parking Brake Yes Yes
Blind Spot monitor No No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert No No
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes --
Advance Safety Feature -- Forward Collision Warning Forward Collision Warning
Traction Control -- Yes
Knee Airbags -- No
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts -- Yes
Park Assist -- No
Lane Departure Warning System -- Yes
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Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Anti Theft Device Yes Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes Yes

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Rear A/C Vents Yes --
Heater Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button Yes Yes
Central Console Armrest Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Front & Rear Front & Rear
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Rear Yes --
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control No No
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear Yes Yes
Rear Reading Lamp Yes --
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Trunk Light Yes --
Automatic Headlamps Yes No
Glove Box Cooling -- No
Ventilated Front Seats -- No
Ventilated Rear Seats -- No
Drive Mode -- E-Pedal, D Mode, B Mode, Eco, B Eco E-Pedal, D Mode, B Mode, Eco, B Eco
Cruise Control -- Yes
Follow Me Home Headlamps -- No
Memory Seats -- No
Head-Up Display -- No
Wireless Charger -- No
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Entertainment & Communication

Display Size 8 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch 8 Inch
Apple Carplay/Android Auto Yes Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
FM/AM/Radio Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
No Of Speakers 6 6 4 4
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio No No
Touch Screen Yes Yes
Voice Control -- Yes
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Instrumentation

Low Fuel Warning Light Yes --
Digital Clock Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter Yes Yes
Instrument Cluster Display Size 4.2 Inch 4.2 Inch --
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Seats & Upholstery

Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Adjustable Headrest Yes Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats No No
Seat Lumbar Support No --
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest Yes --
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes 60:40 Split 60:40 Split
Seat Upholstery Fabric Fabric Leather Leather
Height Adjustable Driver Seat -- Yes
Heated Seats - Front -- No
Heated Seats - Rear -- No
Fabric Upholstery -- No
Leather Seats -- Yes
Folding Table Rear -- No
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Exterior

Electric Folding Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror No No
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes Yes
Integrated Antenna Yes Yes
Power Antenna No No
Rear Window Wiper Yes Yes
Rear Window Defogger Yes --
Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Taillight Type LED LED LED LED
Removable Convertible Top No No
Side Stepper No No
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank Yes No
Rain Sensing Wiper -- No
Rear Window Washer -- Yes
Daytime Running Lights -- LED LED
Headlamps Washer -- No
Fog Lights Front -- Yes
Fog Lights Rear -- Yes
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Miscellaneous

Driving Experience Control Eco -- Yes

Interior

Ambient Light No --
Sun Visors Yes Yes

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Kia Sportage vs Nissan Leaf FAQs

Which Car is cheaper between Kia Sportage vs Nissan Leaf?

Sportage is priced at RM 150,000 and Leaf is priced at RM 168,888. Hence Sportage is the cheapest amongst these cars.

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Which Car has more power between Kia Sportage vs Nissan Leaf?

The Kia Sportage has power of 154 hp with 192 Nm torque and Nissan Leaf has power of 148 hp with 320 Nm torque. Thus making Sportage the more powerful as compared to Leaf.

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Which Car has more safety features between Kia Sportage vs Nissan Leaf?

Sportage safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Engine Check Warning, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Electric Parking Brake and Speed Sensing Door Locks

Leaf safety features: Anti-Lock Braking System, Brake Assist, Ebd, Vehicle Stability Control System, Traction Control, Crash Sensor, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag, Curtain Airbags, Side Airbag-Front, Door Ajar Warning, Seat Belt Warning, Rear Seat Belts, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Child Safety Locks, ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Parking Sensors, Rear Parking Sensors, Rear Camera, Hill-Start Assist Control, Front Impact Beams, Side Impact Beams, Electric Parking Brake and Lane Departure Warning System

The Kia Sportage and Nissan Leaf both have same Safety Features.

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Which Car has more comfort features between Sportage vs Leaf?

Sportage comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Rear A/C Vents, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Bottle Holder, Cup Holders-Front, Cup Holders-Rear, Keyless Entry, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Rear Reading Lamp, Vanity Mirror, Trunk Light and Automatic Headlamps

Leaf comfort features: Air Conditioner, Automatic Climate Control, Heater, Accessory Power Outlet, Engine Start/Stop Button, Central Console Armrest, Cup Holders-Front, Keyless Entry, Cruise Control, Power Windows Front and Power Windows Rear

The Kia Sportage has higher number of comfort features than Leaf, hence Kia Sportage is more comfortable than Nissan Leaf.

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Which Car has Higher ground clearance between Sportage vs Leaf?

The Sportage comes with a ground clearance of 181 mm , on the other hand the Leaf comes with a ground clearance of 150 mm , hence the Kia Sportage has better ground clearence and off roading capabilities.

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What is Sportage vs Leaf dimension size comparison?

The Sportage dimension are 4660 mm length, 1865 mm width, 1660 mm height while the Leaf Dimensions are 4480 mm length, 1790 mm width, 1540 mm height. Hence, the Sportage is more longer, Sportage is more wider and Sportage is more higher.

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