Seltos EX vs Forte LXS

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1/4 Mile winner

Seltos EX

Beats the Forte LXS by 0.14s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Seltos EX beats the Forte LXS comfortably, finishing 0.14 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Seltos EX thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

146 hp

147 hp

0–100 km/h

9.2s

Top speed

190 km/h

Engine

2.0L 4-Cylinder

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

179 Nm

Price

$23,500

$19,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Seltos EX

Forte LXS

100 m

7.451s

7.525s

1/8 mile

11.034s

11.138s

1/4 mile

16.635s

16.777s

1 km

29.994s

30.200s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Forte LXS is $19,000 vs $23,500 for the Seltos EX — a $4,500 gap. 0–100 km/h: Seltos EX is 0.20s quicker (9s vs 9.2s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Seltos EX or the Forte LXS?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Seltos EX is faster, beating the Forte LXS by 0.14 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Seltos EX vs the Forte LXS?

The Seltos EX hits 100 km/h in 9 seconds, while the Forte LXS does it in 9.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Seltos EX produces 146 hp; the Forte LXS produces 147 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Seltos EX tops out at 190 km/h, and the Forte LXS reaches 190 km/h.

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