SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$3,700)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $28,750 | $32,450 |
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), 8-way power driver's seat, Bluelink® Connected Car System, Downhill Brake Control (DBC), Drive Mode Select – Center-console mounted, Dual auto temperature control w/ auto-defog, Dynamic Voice Recognition, HTRAC AWD active on-demand, Hands Free Smart Liftgate with auto open & adjustable height setting, Heated front seats, Heated side mirrors, Highway Driving Assist I, Hyundai Digital Key, LED taillights, Leather-wrapped steering wheel, Over-the-air (OTA) map updates, Power windows with front auto-down/up, Proximity key entry with push button start, Proximity w/ remote engine start and detachable valet key, Rear side-window sunshades, Side mirror approach lights (Puddle lamps), Side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators, Sunroof – Panoramic, Tire Mobility Kit, Ultrasonic Rear Occupant Alert (adds ultrasonic sensor & Bluelink integration), Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, Wireless Device Charging (For Supported Devices)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 325.1 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| 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 | Bluelink |
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 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) | $32,450 |
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, Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), column-mounted |
| 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 |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety20 std · 0 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
- Highway Driving Assist I
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Rear view monitor with parking guidance
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning
- Safe Exit Assist
- Trailer Sway Control
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS) with 4-wheel disc brakes
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Electronic stability control (ESC) with traction control (TCS) and brake assist
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Ultrasonic Rear Occupant Alert (adds ultrasonic sensor & Bluelink integration)
- Vehicle stability management
- Immobilizer
- Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) with individual tire indicator
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- 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)
- Bluelink® Connected Car System
- Dual front/rear 2.1-amp USB outlets (1x Power/Data & 3x Power)
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- Over-the-air (OTA) map updates
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode
- SHIFTRONIC® manual shift paddle shifters
- Wired Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
- Wireless Device Charging (For Supported Devices)
Convenience8 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
- 12-volt outlet – 2 total: Front/cargo
- Hyundai Digital Key
- Power door and liftgate locks
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Power windows with front auto-down/up
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- 2nd row Air vents
- Air conditioning
- Cabin air filter
- Dual auto temperature control w/ auto-defog
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 split fold-flat seats with recline & adjustable head restraints
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Heated front seats
- 2-way lumbar
- Rear center armrest with cupholders
Interior5 std · 1 opt
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- Map pockets (2nd row)
- Rear side-window sunshades
- Sunvisor w/ illumination
- Sunvisor w/ sliding function
- Floor mats – Carpeted optional
Exterior14 std · 2 opt
- Sunroof – Panoramic
- Acoustic laminated, windshield
- Heated side mirrors
- LED daytime running lights
- LED taillights
- Side mirror approach lights (Puddle lamps)
- Side mirrors with LED turn signal indicators
- Tire Mobility Kit
- Roof cross rails optional
- Privacy glass – Rear/quarter/back glass
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar front glass – Front door, windshield
- 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
- Drive Mode Select – Center-console mounted
- Idle Stop & Go
- Shift-By-Wire (SBW)
- AWD Lock 80:20 ~ 50:50 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 2023 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 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL?
The manufacturer lists $32,450 for the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL. That is $3,700 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 27 features become standard that the SE does not and 1 published specification differs. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.