2021 Kia 0-60 Times

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Kia is known for producing vehicles that provide excellent value for money. However, this Korean auto brand also has a number of models that appeal to car buyers looking for a fun driving experience. Check out the 0-60 times of the following Kia cars and SUVs to find out which model can satisfy your need for speed.

0-60 Times of 2021 Kia Models

Below are the engine specs and acceleration speeds of every model in the 2021 Kia lineup.

Kia Rio

The 2021 Kia Rio is equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine rated at 120 horsepower. It can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 8.6 seconds.

Kia Forte

Most trim levels of the 2021 Kia Forte get their power from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 147 horsepower. These models take 8.2 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill. However, the compact car has a GT trim that comes with a 201-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo-four, which reduces the sprint time to a respectable 6.7 seconds.

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Kia K5

The standard engine of the Kia K5 is a 1.6-liter turbo-four that generates 180 horsepower. With this engine, the midsize sedan delivers a zero-to-60-mph time of 7.8 seconds. Similar to the Kia Forte, the K5 also offers a performance-oriented GT trim. Fitted with a 290-horsepower 2.5-liter turbo-four, this model can make 60 mph in a mere 5.2 seconds.

Kia Stinger

If you want a truly exciting driving experience, the 2021 Kia Stinger is the best option. This sports sedan comes with two potent engine options: the base 2.0-liter turbo-four with 255 horsepower and a punchy 3.3-liter twin-turbo V-6 that delivers 365 horsepower. A Stinger with the turbo-four takes about 7 seconds to go from zero to 60 mph, while a V-6 model needs only 4.7 seconds.

Kia Soul

The Kia Soul is the subcompact model in Kia’s SUV lineup. The base trim of this crossover uses a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that serves up 147 horsepower, which is good enough for a sprint time of 8.2 seconds. If you opt for the Turbo trim, you’ll get a 1.6-liter turbo-four rated at 201 horsepower. This engine launches the Soul to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds.

Kia Seltos

Also a subcompact SUV, the Kia Seltos comes standard with a 146-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that propels it from zero to 60 mph in 8.5 seconds. It also has an available 1.6-liter turbo-four that cuts the acceleration time to 7.4 seconds.

Kia Sportage

The 2021 Kia Sportage also has two engine offerings. Almost every trim of this compact SUV is equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that generates 181 horsepower, which enables them to cover zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds. With a 240-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo-four under its hood, the range-topping SX Turbo can get up to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds.

Kia Sorento

The standard engine of the 2021 Kia Sorento is a 2.5-liter four-cylinder. Rated at 191 horsepower, this engine launches the midsize SUV to 60 mph from a standstill in 8.2 seconds. However, if it’s fitted with the available 281-horsepower 2.5-liter turbo-four, it only needs 6.2 seconds to reach 60 mph.

Kia Telluride

The Kia Telluride is larger than the Kia Sorento, but it also competes in the midsize SUV segment. Unlike its smaller sibling, it comes with only one engine option, which is a 3.8-liter V-6 with 291 horsepower. This engine helps the SUV scoot from zero to 60 mph in 7.2 seconds.

Kia Niro

Available in hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models, the 2021 Kia Niro is the most fuel-efficient SUV from Kia. It also doesn’t disappoint in terms of performance. The hybrid and plug-in hybrid models of this SUV come equipped with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and an electric motor that combine for a total output of 139 horsepower. With this setup, the SUV can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 9.2 seconds. An electric model, on the other hand, features a 201-horsepower electric motor that enables it to achieve a surprisingly quick sprint time of 6.7 seconds.

Fastest Kia Models of All Time

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Over the years, Kia has produced many vehicles capable of delivering impressive acceleration, some of which are no longer in production. The following is a list of the fastest Kia vehicles ever made.

2018 Kia Stinger GT2 Sedan RWD

The quickest Kia of all time is the 2018 Kia Stinger GT2 with rear-wheel drive. Equipped with the same 365-horsepower twin-turbo V-6 as the 2021 model, this sedan is able to go from zero to 60 mph in an incredible 4.4 seconds and reach a top speed of 111 mph.

2019 Kia K900 Luxury AWD

The Kia K900 is currently unavailable, but it’s one of fastest models in Kia’s 2019 lineup. This full-size sedan shares the same engine with the Kia Stinger GT, which enables it to crack the zero-to-60-mph mark in five seconds flat. It has a maximum speed of 105 mph.

2021 Kia K5 GT FWD

With a sprint time of 5.2 seconds, the current Kia K5 GT is extremely quick for a non-performance midsize sedan. It’s capable of delivering a top speed of 106 mph.

2011 Kia Optima SX Turbo FWD

The 2011 Kia Optima SX Turbo is fitted with a 2.0-liter turbo-four rated at 274 horsepower. This engine launches the midsize sedan to 60 mph from a standstill in just 6.1 seconds and enables it to go as fast as 99.4 mph.

2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo AWD

Featuring a 264-horsepower 2.0-liter turbo-four engine, the 2011 Kia Sportage SX Turbo can reach 60 mph in 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this compact crossover is 96 mph.

If you’re looking for a fun-to-drive car or SUV in Streetsboro or another part of northeastern Ohio, consider coming to Kia of Streetsboro to view our large selection of new, certified pre-owned, and used Kia models. You’ll surely find something that meets or exceeds your expectations. Don’t hesitate to contact us if you need more information about Kia vehicles or want to schedule an appointment.