SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$1,810)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,140 | $23,950 |
| Tire size | 205/60R16 | 215/55R17 |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: "Aero" wiper, 12-volt outlet (180W) Front, 2.5-MPH Bumpers, 3-Spoke steering wheel, 6-way adjustable driver's seat, 6-way adjustable passenger seat, Active grille shutters (lower front grille), Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (Wireless on SE Kona Electric), Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm, Assist grips (4), Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode), Automatic temperature control, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Bluelink® Connected Car System, Bluelink® Remote Charge Access, Bluetooth controls (W/ Phonebook Transfer), Bodyside reinforcements, Cabin air filter, Cargo Net, Cargo area light, Cargo tie-down anchors (4) 1x cargo area corners, Cargo-area cover Fixed, carpeted plastic, Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off, Child safety locks (rear), Cloth seating surfaces, Cruise Control (standard, non-Smart), Cruise controls (steering wheel-mounted), Cupholders, Dual Front center console-mounted, Door Window Frame Color, Matte Black, Door storage pockets Front and rear, Drive Configuration FWD, Drive Mode Select Comfort / Eco / Sport, Driver Attention Warning, Dual level cargo floor, Electronic Parking Brake with Automatic Vehicle Hold, Electronic Shift Lock System & Ignition Key Interlock – Electronic type, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist, External temperature display, Floor covering Needle Punch
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Hand Brake |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 45.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 19.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 113.3 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in |
| Overall height | 61 in |
| Overall length | 165.6 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 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) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 13.2 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.8 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.5 in |
| Third-row legroom | 35.2 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $23,950 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column-mounted MDPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 5.7 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety32 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
- Airbags (Front - Advanced): Driver (1), Front passenger (1)
- Driver and front passenger side-impact FR (Thorax) (2)
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Side air curtains (front and rear passengers) with rollover sensors (2)
- Driver Attention Warning
- LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors
- Safe Exit Warning
- 2.5-MPH Bumpers
- Adjustable front-seat shoulder belt anchors
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Anti-theft System integrated with remote keyless entry and panic alarm
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist
- Bodyside reinforcements
- Child safety locks (rear)
- Cruise Control (standard, non-Smart)
- Cruise controls (steering wheel-mounted)
- Electronic Parking Brake with Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Electronic Shift Lock System & Ignition Key Interlock – Electronic type
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist
- Front crumple zone
- Front seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Lane Following Assist
- Power window lock-out button
- Rear Occupant Alert (door logic type)
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Individual Tire Indicator
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth controls (W/ Phonebook Transfer)
- Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (Wireless on SE Kona Electric)
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Bluelink® Connected Car System
- Bluelink® Remote Charge Access
- Front Dual USB Outlets (1x 1.0-amp and 1x 2.0-amp)
- Multiple Device Connection
- Rear USB Port Outlet
Convenience8 std · 0 opt
- 12-volt outlet (180W) Front
- Power door locks
- Power windows with front auto up/down
- Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2)
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Remote release - Charge Door
- Remote releases Hood
- Power windows with Driver's auto-down/up
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- Automatic temperature control
- Cabin air filter
- External temperature display
- Heater + PTC Heater
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- 6-way adjustable driver's seat
- 6-way adjustable passenger seat
- Cloth seating surfaces
- Seating Capacity 5
Interior22 std · 1 opt
- 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster w/ EV Technology Display
- 3-Spoke steering wheel
- Assist grips (4)
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Cupholders, Dual Front center console-mounted
- Floor covering Needle Punch
- Front center console Fixed armrest storage box with tray
- Glove compartment With Damper
- I/P switch illumination (hazard)
- Illuminated power window switches (front)
- LED Interior Lights
- Rear center armrest
- Rear coat hanger (1)
- Shift knob Button-type; shift-by-wire
- Storage tray Center Stack / Center Console
- Inside rearview mirror Manual day/night
- Tilt and Telescoping steering wheel
- Cargo area light
- Front passenger seat seatback pocket
- Maplights with sunglass holder & cargo area light
- Trip odometer
- Floor mats Carpeted optional
- Door storage pockets Front and rear
Exterior13 std · 1 opt
- "Aero" wiper
- Active grille shutters (lower front grille)
- Door Window Frame Color, Matte Black
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Roof Color Contrast color (N/A with Sunroof)
- Side mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Privacy Glass Rear/quarter/back glass
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass Front Door, Windshield + Shade Band
- Rear spoiler Integrated with CHMSL
- Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL) w/ LED brake light
- Mud Guards Front/Rear optional
Powertrain5 std · 1 opt
- AWD, Active On-Demand optional
- Drive Configuration FWD
- Battery Warmer System
- Drive Mode Select Comfort / Eco / Sport
- Regenerative brake control paddles
- Shift-by-Wire (SBW)
Cargo4 std · 0 opt
- Cargo Net
- Cargo tie-down anchors (4) 1x cargo area corners
- Cargo-area cover Fixed, carpeted plastic
- Dual level cargo floor
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Kona. 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 2023 Hyundai Kona SEL?
The manufacturer lists $23,950 for the 2023 Hyundai Kona SEL. That is $1,810 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Hyundai Kona SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 94 features become standard that the SE does not and 4 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.