2022 Hyundai Elantra
SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$1,250)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| MPG (city) | 33 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 37 mpg | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 43 mpg | 41 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $20,200 | $21,450 |
| Tire size | 195/65R15 | 205/55R16 |
| Wheel diameter | 15 in | 16 in |
| Wheel width | 6 in | 6.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 16 x 6.5J Alloy wheels, 205/55R16 tires, Blue Link® Connected Car Services, Driver side Auto Up, Dual Automatic Temperature Control, Gen 2.0 8-inch Display Audio system with 6 speakers, AM/FM/HD/SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Hands-free Smart trunk release, Illuminated vanity mirrors and sliding sun visors, Proximity key entry with push button start
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 279.4 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 261.6 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Mechanical Cable |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 113.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Blue Link |
| Connected services trial (standard tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | 55.7 in |
| Overall length | 184.1 in |
| Overall width | 71.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1999 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 35 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 41 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 12.4 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.3 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $21,450 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.6 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column-mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.7 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
Tires
| Tire size | 205/55R16 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.9 |
| Transmission type | Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2868 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2725 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3858 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety20 std · 2 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/ Pedestrian Detection
- Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go (SCC & S&G) optional
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist and Junction-Turning Detection (sensor fusion type) optional
- Advanced dual front airbags w/ Occupant Classification System (OCS)
- Front seat-mounted side-impact airbags
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) & Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rearview camera with Dynamic Guidance
- Roof-mounted side-curtain airbags
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCA)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Warning (BCW) w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Warning (RCW)
- Conventional (mechanical) Parking Brake
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill Assist Control (HAC)
- Safe Exit Warning & Rear Occupant Alert
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Infotainment5 std · 2 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key (android OS only) optional
- Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System with Voice Recognition (steering wheel)
- Audio Controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Blue Link® Connected Car Services
- Dual USB ports (1 charge + data, 1 charge)
- Gen 2.0 8-inch Display Audio system with 6 speakers, AM/FM/HD/SiriusXM® Satellite Radio, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Wireless Charging – Qi format optional
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Proximity key entry with push button start
- 12-volt Outlet (below HVAC controls)
- Driver side Auto Up
- Hands-free Smart trunk release
- Power Windows with Driver's auto-down, illuminated power window switches
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual Automatic Temperature Control
Seating4 std · 2 opt
- Heated Front Seats optional
- 1-piece bench folding rear seatback with fixed center headrest and outer headrests
- 4-way Passenger's adjustable Bucket seat
- 6-way Driver's adjustable Bucket seat
- Premium cloth seating surfaces
- Power driver's seat with lumbar support optional
Interior6 std · 5 opt
- 4.2-inch color (TFT-LCD) cluster
- Auto Dimming Mirror with Homelink (accessory) optional
- Door scuff – Step Plate (plastic)
- Full TFT-LCD cluster (10.25-inch color TFT-LCD) optional
- Leather shift knob optional
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel optional
- Illuminated vanity mirrors and sliding sun visors
- Inside Rearview Mirror – Manual Day/Night
- Tilt and Telescopic steering column
- Trip Computer (Distance to Empty, Average Fuel Consumption, Average Vehicle Speed, Elapsed time)
- Carpeted floor mats (accessory) optional
Exterior11 std · 8 opt
- Sunroof – power glass, tilt and slide, safety one-touch optional
- 16 x 6.5J Alloy wheels
- 205/55R16 tires
- Dual Power outside mirrors – Two-Tone (Body color top + Black bottom)
- Grille – Chrome
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Projector headlights: Halogen lamps (Bi-function projection)
- Solar Glass
- Window Belt Moldings – Black
- 17 x 7.0J Alloy wheels optional
- 225/45R17 tires optional
- Grille – Dark Chrome optional
- Heated Outside Mirror optional
- Outside mirror turn signal indicator optional
- Window Belt Moldings – Chrome optional
- Automatic Headlamp Control
- Rear Seat Heater Ducts and Rear Window Defroster
- Compact Spare Tire T125/80D15x4T
- Mudguards (port installed accessory) optional
Powertrain4 std · 1 opt
- Front Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 2.0L MPI Atkinson DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder, 147 HP / 132 lb.-ft. (SE/SEL/LIMITED)
- Drive Mode Select (Normal / Sport / Smart / Eco / N / Custom)
- Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Elantra. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the SEL
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Hyundai Elantra SEL?
The manufacturer lists $21,450 for the 2022 Hyundai Elantra SEL. That is $1,250 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Hyundai Elantra SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 9 features become standard that the SE does not and 7 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.