Kia 0–60 Times
Kia’s performance archive brings together 338 recorded test results, all with 0–60 mph data, so visitors can compare Kia acceleration results across 23 models. It’s a quick way to review 0–60 mph and quarter-mile times for sedans, SUVs and crossovers, and electric vehicles, while checking how different trims and model years stack up across the lineup.
Among the standout results, a production-model EV6 test delivers the quickest recorded Kia 0–60 mph time at 3.2 seconds. Separately, a production-model EV6 result also posts the best quarter-mile time at 11.2 seconds, while models such as the Stinger, Sorento, and K900 add useful comparison points.
The available tests cover Kia model years from 1995 through 2026, giving helpful context when comparing older and newer versions of the same model. Results are compiled from reputable automotive publications and independent instrumented tests, with individual entries typically noting the year, trim, 0–60 mph time, quarter-mile time, trap speed, and source.
Fastest 0–60
3.20sec
EV6
Models Listed
23total
23 with test data
Total Tests
339runs
Verified measurements
Top Ranked
11.20sec
Best ¼ mile · EV6
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Fastest Kia models
by 0–60 time
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All Kia models
23 modelsBrowse all 23 Kia models below to compare their production-tested 0-60 times and quarter-mile results.
Amanti
Best 0–60: 8.20s Best ¼ mile: 16.40s 3 tests
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Borrego
Best 0–60: 7.10s Best ¼ mile: 15.50s 4 tests
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Cadenza
Best 0–60: 6.20s Best ¼ mile: 14.80s 7 tests
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Carnival MPV
Best 0–60: 7.00s Best ¼ mile: 15.30s 11 tests
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EV6
Best 0–60: 3.20s Best ¼ mile: 11.20s 12 tests
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EV9
Best 0–60: 4.40s Best ¼ mile: 13.20s 7 tests
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Forte
Best 0–60: 6.40s Best ¼ mile: 14.90s 35 tests
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K4
Best 0–60: 6.70s Best ¼ mile: 15.30s 5 tests
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K5
Best 0–60: 5.20s Best ¼ mile: 13.70s 8 tests
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K900
Best 0–60: 5.00s Best ¼ mile: 13.60s 13 tests
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Niro
Best 0–60: 6.20s Best ¼ mile: 14.80s 26 tests
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Optima
Best 0–60: 6.10s Best ¼ mile: 14.50s 30 tests
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Rio
Best 0–60: 7.90s Best ¼ mile: 16.40s 17 tests
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Rondo
Best 0–60: 8.70s Best ¼ mile: 16.80s 3 tests
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Sedona
Best 0–60: 7.40s Best ¼ mile: 15.80s 10 tests
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Seltos
Best 0–60: 6.60s Best ¼ mile: 15.30s 9 tests
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Sephia
Best 0–60: 8.70s Best ¼ mile: 16.60s 4 tests
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Sorento
Best 0–60: 6.00s Best ¼ mile: 14.60s 33 tests
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Soul
Best 0–60: 6.30s Best ¼ mile: 15.00s 29 tests
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Spectra
Best 0–60: 8.20s Best ¼ mile: 16.10s 8 tests
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Sportage
Best 0–60: 6.10s Best ¼ mile: 14.70s 37 tests
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Stinger
Best 0–60: 4.40s Best ¼ mile: 12.90s 17 tests
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Telluride
Best 0–60: 6.70s Best ¼ mile: 15.10s 11 tests
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Popular Kia models
Electric performance is led by the EV6 at 3.2 seconds from 0 to 60 mph. In sports cars, the Stinger is quickest at 4.4 seconds. The Sorento is the fastest SUV and crossover at 6.0 seconds. Among sedans, the K900 leads at 5.0 seconds. For vans and minivans, the Carnival MPV posts the best 0-60 time at 7.0 seconds.
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Kia performance overview
The quickest Kia reaches 60 mph in 3.2 seconds, while the average across production-tested vehicles is 6.47 seconds. At the other end, the slowest recorded 0-60 time is 8.7 seconds. The quickest quarter-mile pass is 11.2 seconds.
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Frequently asked questions
The fastest Kia by 0-60 time is the EV6 with a best run of 3.2 seconds.
The average 0-60 time for production-tested Kia vehicles is 6.47 seconds.
Kia's quickest recorded quarter-mile time is 11.2 seconds, set by the EV6.
There are 23 Kia production models with timing data.
Kia production timing data covers sports cars, electric vehicles, SUVs and crossovers, sedans, and vans and minivans.