Seltos SX vs Jetta
Kia · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Seltos SX
Beats the Jetta by 0.16s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Seltos SX beats the Jetta comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Seltos SX thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
175 hp
189 hp
0–100 km/h
7.5s
7.7s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.6L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
1.5L Turbo I4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
264 Nm
250 Nm
Price
$28,500
$21,995
Simulated race times
Distance
Seltos SX
Jetta
100 m
6.933s
7.016s
1/8 mile
10.252s
10.368s
1/4 mile
15.421s
15.582s
1 km
27.674s
27.908s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Jetta is $21,995 vs $28,500 for the Seltos SX — a $6,505 gap. Power: Jetta makes 14 hp more (175 vs 189). 0–100 km/h: Seltos SX is 0.20s quicker (7.5s vs 7.7s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the Seltos SX or the Jetta?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Seltos SX is faster, beating the Jetta by 0.16 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Seltos SX vs the Jetta?
The Seltos SX hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the Jetta does it in 7.7 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Seltos SX produces 175 hp; the Jetta produces 189 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Seltos SX tops out at 210 km/h, and the Jetta reaches 210 km/h.
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