2024’s Chilliest Rides: The Slowest Accelerating Cars You Can Buy

by AutoExpert   |  16 May, 2024

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Are you in for some speed? Than go check some other post on our website cause this is not about speed! On the contrary! Today we are ditching the fast lane, turning our heads from all those Lamborghinis, and going into the sweet slow and steady cars.

Most cars these days are zippier than ever, even the once-notorious sloth, the Prius, can scoot! But hey, some folks just prefer a more relaxed ride.  This list is for those who wonder, "What's the slowest car you can actually buy?" based on real-world tests, not manufacturer bragging rights.

Slowest Accelerating Cars

So, who takes the crown (or, maybe the turtle trophy) for slowest new car in 2024? The mighty... Mitsubishi Mirage! Clocking in at a leisurely 12.8 seconds to reach 60 mph, this little guy is all about the scenic route.

Slowest Accelerating Cars

Rounding out the list are a bunch of everyday cars that might surprise you. Don't worry, none are so slow they'll cause a traffic jam (probably), but they prioritize fuel efficiency or practicality over neck-snapping acceleration.

Slowest Accelerating Cars

Check out the full list:

  • Subaru Outback 0-to-60-mph time: 8.5 seconds, Power: 182 horsepower, 176 pound-feet of torque 
  • Hyundai Venue 0-to-60-mph time: 8.5 seconds, Power: 121 hp, 113 lb-ft
  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 0-to-60-mph time: 8.6 seconds, Power: 152 hp, 184 lb-ft
  • Chevrolet Trailblazer 0-to-60-mph time: 8.7 seconds, Power: 155 hp, 174 lb-ft
  • Toyota Corolla 0-to-60-mph time: 8.8 seconds, Power: 168 hp, 151 lb-ft
  • Hyundai Tucson 0-to-60-mph time: 8.8 seconds, Power: 187 hp, 178 lb-ft
  • Chevrolet Trax 0-to-60-mph time: 8.8 seconds, Power: 137 hp, 162 lb-ft
  • Buick Encore GX 0-to-60-mph time: 8.8 seconds, Power: 155 hp, 174 lb-ft
  • Kia Niro Hybrid 0-to-60-mph time: 8.9 seconds, Power: 139 hp, 195 lb-ft
  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid 0-to-60-mph time: 9.0 seconds, Power: 134 hp, 156 lb-ft
  • Kia Sportage 0-to-60-mph time: 9.1 seconds, Power: 187 hp, 178 lb-ft
  • Nissan Sentra 0-to-60-mph time: 9.2 seconds, Power: 149 hp, 146 lb-ft
  • Hyundai Kona 0-to-60-mph time: 9.2 seconds, Power: 190 hp, 195 lb-ft
  • Toyota Corolla Cross 0-to-60-mph time: 9.2 seconds, Power: 169 hp, 150 lb-ft
  • Buick Envista 0-to-60-mph time: 9.3 seconds, Power: 137 hp, 162 lb-ft
  • Honda HR-V 0-to-60-mph time: 9.4 seconds Power: 158 hp, 138 lb-ft
  • Subaru Crosstrek 0-to-60-mph time: 9.5 seconds Power: 152 hp, 145 lb-ft
  • Nissan Versa 0-to-60-mph time: 9.5 seconds Power: 122 hp, 114 lb-ft
  • Nissan Kicks 0-to-60-mph time: 9.7 seconds Power: 122 hp, 114 lb-ft
  • Mitsubishi Mirage 0-to-60-mph time: 12.8 seconds Power: 78 hp, 74 lb-ft

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