Dinamikjaya Motors Sdn Bhd (DJM), the official distributor of the Kia brand in Malaysia, has launched the fifth generation Kia Sportage in the local market.
This locally assembled C-segment SUV, produced in Kulim, Kedah, is now open for bookings. It is available in four variants with two engine options as follows:
- 2.0G 2WD – RM149,781.78
- 2.0G 2WD High – RM159,781.78
- 1.6T 2WD High – RM179,599
- 1.6T AWD High – RM189,599
As you can see, the launched Sportage is the pre-facelift version, not the recently introduced facelift variant.
DJM stated that, for now, the facelifted Sportage is only available in South Korea; however, the SUV is expected to arrive in the local market within the next two years.
The 2.0G variants are powered by a Smartstream 2.0-litre engine that produces 156 hp and 192 Nm, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
Meanwhile, the 1.6T variants feature a Gamma II 1.6-litre turbo engine with a power output of 177 hp and 265 Nm. Power is transmitted to the wheels via a seven-speed DCT gearbox.
In terms of equipment, the SUV is fitted with a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as ambient lighting. Higher variants will also feature a dual-zone climate control system and Harman Kardon audio system.
Safety features include Forward-Collision Avoidance Assist (FCA), Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance (BCA), Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance (RCCA), among others.
For the Malaysian market, the Sportage is offered in four colours: Astra Blue, Meteor Grey, Jet Black and Snowflake White Pearl.
Finally, DJM will provide a five-year warranty and a complimentary five-year service package.
