Kia Seltos SX performance summary
The 2026 Kia Seltos SX makes 175 hp and 264 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 7.5s, about 7.0s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 130 mph (210 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 15.42s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 37% of the cars in our database, with more power than 25% of them and a higher top speed than 47%. That works out to roughly 163 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia Seltos SX ranks against 1,484 cars
Kia Seltos SX vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia Seltos SX | 175 | 7.5s | 210 km/h | 15.42s |
| Kia Seltos Nightfall Edition | 175 | 7.5s | 210 km/h | 15.42s |
| Kia Seltos SX Turbo | 175 | 7.5s | 210 km/h | 15.42s |
| Kia Seltos X-Line Turbo | 175 | 7.5s | 210 km/h | 15.42s |
| Peugeot 3008 | 180 | 7.5s | 210 km/h | 15.42s |
| Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo | 190 | 7.4s | 210 km/h | 15.34s |
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Kia Seltos SX FAQ
What is the Kia Seltos SX 0-60 mph time?
The Kia Seltos SX does 0-60 mph in about 7.0s, based on its 7.5s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia Seltos SX?
The listed top speed is 130 mph, or 210 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia Seltos SX have?
The Kia Seltos SX is listed at 175 hp with 264 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia Seltos SX quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia Seltos SX quarter-mile at 15.42s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia Seltos SX?
Similar performance rivals include Kia Seltos Nightfall Edition, Kia Seltos SX Turbo, Kia Seltos X-Line Turbo.