SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$1,750)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3649 lbs | 3810 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3649 lbs | 3810 lbs |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $27,700 | $29,450 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25" wide touchscreen (AVN 5.0) with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio (HERE), 115-volt power outlet, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 4-way lumbar, 8-speed dual clutch transmission (wet-type) (D8LF1), 8-way power driver's seat, 8-way power passenger seat, Acoustic laminated, front side glass, Auto-Dimming rearview mirror with Homelink, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Blue Link® Connected Car System, Bumpers (Front and Rear) – Chrome Trim, Door handles – Body color/Satin Chrome, Downhill Brake Control (DBC), Drive Mode Select – Center-console mounted, Dual auto temperature control, HTRAC AWD active on-demand, Hands Free Smart Liftgate with auto open & adjustable height setting, Harman Kardon premium audio with 12-speakers and QuantumLogic Surround® with Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology, Heated front seats, Heated rear seats (high/low), Heated side mirrors, Heated steering wheel, Highway Driving Assist I, Hyundai Digital Key, Integrated memory system for driver seat, LED headlights with LED Accents (Projector-Type), LED interior cabin lights, LED interior lights, Leather-wrapped steering wheel, Leg cushion extension, Navigation-based Smart cruise control with stop & go (NSCC), Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse, Power Release (folding) 2nd Row Seats, Power folding Side Mirrors, Proximity key entry with push button start, Proximity w/ remote engine start and detachable valet key (2), Rain-sensing windshield wipers, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear side-window sunshades
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric with Auto Vehicle Hold |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 72.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 36.4 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 147.9 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Blue Link |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 in |
| Overall length | 188.4 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.9 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 191 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 25 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 26 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.7 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,450 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.3 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and pinion, column-mounted MDPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.4 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.8 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3810 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3810 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5137 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety36 std · 1 opt
- Smart cruise control with stop & go (SCC)
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection
- Lane Following Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Surround View Monitor
- Highway Driving Assist I
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning
- Parking Distance Warning – Forward and Reverse
- Safe Exit Assist
- Trailer Sway Control
- Parking Distance Warning – Reverse optional
- 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
- Automatic headlights
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- 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)
- Inboard seatbelt (rear) – 3-point
- LATCH lower anchors and upper tether anchors
- Navigation-based Smart cruise control with stop & go (NSCC)
- Outboard seatbelts – 3-point
- Parking Brake – Electric with Auto Vehicle Hold
- Power window lock-out button
- Rear child safety locks
- Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
- Ultrasonic Rear Occupant Alert (adds ultrasonic sensor & Blue Link integration)
- Vehicle stability management
- Low washer fluid, immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire indicator
Infotainment13 std · 0 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key
- Bluetooth® hands-free w/ wireless audio stream
- 10.25" wide touchscreen (AVN 5.0) with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio (HERE)
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Seek up/down, Mode)
- Blue Link® Connected Car System
- Cruise controls (steering wheel)
- Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB outlets (1x Power/Data & 3x Power)
- Harman Kardon premium audio with 12-speakers and QuantumLogic Surround® with Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology
- Phone controls (steering wheel)
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode
- SHIFTRONIC® manual shift paddle shifters
- Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Device Charging (For Supported Devices)
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Hands Free Smart Liftgate with auto open & adjustable height setting
- Proximity key entry with push button start
- Proximity w/ remote engine start and detachable valet key (2)
- 115-volt power outlet
- Power door and liftgate locks
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Remote releases – Fuel filler door
- Remote releases – Hood
- 12-volt outlet – 2 total: Front/cargo
Climate6 std · 0 opt
- 2nd row Air vents
- Air conditioning
- Cabin air filter
- Dual auto temperature control
- External temperature display
- Heater
Seating12 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 split fold-flat seats with recline & adjustable head restraints
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats (high/low)
- Integrated memory system for driver seat
- 4-way lumbar
- 2-way lumbar
- 8-way power passenger seat
- Leg cushion extension
- Power Release (folding) 2nd Row Seats
- Rear center armrest with cupholders
Interior30 std · 1 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- Auto-Dimming rearview mirror with Homelink
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- Adjustable illumination level
- Assist Grips
- Bottle holders – Front and rear
- Center console armrest – Premium Soft
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Cupholders, dual – Front center console-mounted
- Door armrest – Integrated
- Door handles – Metallic painted
- Front center console – Fixed armrest storage with tray
- Glove compartment with damper
- I/P switch illumination (hazard)
- Illuminated power window switches
- LED interior cabin lights
- LED interior lights
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Map pockets (2nd row)
- Maplights with sunglass holder & cargo area light
- Multi-information display controls (steering wheel)
- Power window switches – Front and rear
- Rear side-window sunshades
- Steering wheel – 4-Spoke
- Storage tray – Center stack / center console
- Tilt and Telescoping steering wheel
- Sunvisor – W/ illumination
- Sunvisor – Dual vanity mirror with cover, W/ sliding function, W/ illumination
- Trip odometer
- Floor mats – Carpeted optional
- Door storage pockets – Front and rear
Exterior30 std · 2 opt
- Sunroof – Panoramic
- LED headlights with LED Accents (Projector-Type)
- Power folding Side Mirrors
- Acoustic laminated, front side glass
- Acoustic laminated, windshield
- Bumpers (Front and Rear) – Bodycolor
- Bumpers (Front and Rear) – Chrome Trim
- Door handles – Body color/Satin Chrome
- Door handles – Bodycolor
- Door window frame color – Chrome
- Front 2-speed/variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Heated side mirrors
- Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable)
- LED daytime running lights
- LED headlights with LED Accents (SE/Blue HEV/SEL/PHEV/XRT standard; Limited Projector-Type; Calligraphy Projector-Type)
- LED rear combination lamps
- Outside mirrors – Bodycolor (black arm)
- Rain-sensing windshield wipers
- Roof antenna, shark-fin
- Roof rails – Silver
- Side mirror approach lights (Puddle lamps)
- Side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Silver Painted Skid Plate
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Roof cross rails optional
- Privacy glass – Rear/quarter/back glass
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass – Front door, windshield plus shade band
- Rear spoiler – Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor
- Roof-mounted center high-mount stop lamp
- Temp. Compact Spare Tire
- Mud Guards optional
Powertrain4 std · 1 opt
- HTRAC AWD active on-demand
- 8-speed dual clutch transmission (wet-type) (D8LF1)
- Drive Mode Select – Center-console mounted
- Shift-By-Wire (SBW)
- AWD Lock optional
Cargo2 std · 1 opt
- Trailer Pre-Wire Connection
- Underfloor storage tray
- Cargo-area cover – Retractable-type optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Santa Fe. 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 Santa Fe SEL?
The manufacturer lists $29,450 for the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL. That is $1,750 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 53 features become standard that the SE does not and 3 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.