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Jetta vs Seltos SX Turbo

Volkswagen · Kia

1/4 Mile winner
Seltos SX Turbo
Beats the Jetta by 0.16s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Seltos SX Turbo beats the Jetta comfortably, finishing 0.16 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Seltos SX Turbo thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
189 hp
175 hp
0–100 km/h
7.7s
7.5s
Top speed
210 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
1.5L Turbo I4
1.6L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
250 Nm
264 Nm
Price
$21,995
$32,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Jetta
Seltos SX Turbo
100 m
7.016s
6.933s
1/8 mile
10.368s
10.252s
1/4 mile
15.582s
15.421s
1 km
27.908s
27.674s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Jetta is $21,995 vs $32,000 for the Seltos SX Turbo — a $10,005 gap. Power: Jetta makes 14 hp more (189 vs 175). 0–100 km/h: Seltos SX Turbo is 0.20s quicker (7.7s vs 7.5s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Jetta or the Seltos SX Turbo?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Seltos SX Turbo is faster, beating the Jetta by 0.16 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Jetta vs the Seltos SX Turbo?

The Jetta hits 100 km/h in 7.7 seconds, while the Seltos SX Turbo does it in 7.5 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Jetta produces 189 hp; the Seltos SX Turbo produces 175 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Jetta tops out at 210 km/h, and the Seltos SX Turbo reaches 210 km/h.

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