SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$2,540)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $35,300 | $37,840 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 3rd Row USB Ports (x2), 8-way Power Driver Seat, A/C Combi-Filter (Micron Air Filtering System), Forward Attention Warning (FAW), Heated Front Seats, Leatherette (PU) seating surfaces (H-Tex), Passenger Auto-Down/Up windows, Raised-type roof rails, Rear Air Conditioner (manual) / Rear Air Vents, Side Mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators, Single Wireless Phone Charger / Wireless Phone Charging (For Supported Devices)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 325.1 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 325.1 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electric with Auto Vehicle Hold |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 79.6 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 40.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 14.6 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 166.6 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Blue Link |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 7 in |
| Overall height | 67.7 in |
| Overall length | 190.2 in |
| Overall width | 74.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 110.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | Smartstream 2.5L Turbo GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 277 hp |
| Torque | 311 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 24 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 29 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 17.7 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40.6 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 44.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 42.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | 30 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $37,840 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 59.5 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 58.1 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 53.5 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 37.9 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link Independent, separated spring & shocks |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/60 R18 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4343 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4343 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5534 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 18 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety31 std · 0 opt
- Blind-Spot Collision Warning
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop/Start
- Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction-Turning Detection
- Lane Following Assist 2
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- 1st Row seat side airbags (2)
- Driver advanced front airbag / Passenger advanced front airbag
- Lane Keep Assist
- Rear View Camera
- Roof-mounted Side-curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensors
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Alert including Hands-off Detection
- Park Distance Warning – Forward (PDW - F)
- Park Distance Warning – Reverse (PDW - R)
- Rear side airbag / 2nd Row seat side airbags (2)
- Safe Exit Assist (SEA)
- Trailer Sway Control
- ABS with EBD and Brake Assist
- Automatic on/off headlights with High Beam Assist
- Burglar Alarm
- Driver's knee airbag
- Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Forward Attention Warning (FAW)
- Hill Assist Control
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA, door-logic only type)
- Traction Control System
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Vehicle Stability Management with ESC and Traction Control System
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Individual Tire Pressure Indicator
Infotainment12 std · 0 opt
- 12.3" ccNC Lite AVT Head Unit (Non-Navigation)
- 3rd Row USB Ports (x2)
- Blue Link® Connected Car System
- Bluetooth® Hands-free with Wireless Audio Streaming
- Front high-power USB Charge Ports (2) / Rear USB Charge Ports (2)
- HD Radio®
- Over-The-Air (OTA) updating compatibility
- Rear Seat Quiet Mode
- SHIFTRONIC® manual shift paddle shifters
- Single Wireless Phone Charger / Wireless Phone Charging (For Supported Devices)
- SiriusXM®
- Steering-wheel Audio, Cruise and Phone Controls
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Hands-free Power Liftgate with Hands Free-Auto Open
- Proximity Key System with Push Button Start
- Proximity Key System with remote engine start (on key fob)
- Power Door and Liftgate Locks
- 12-volt Power Outlet
- Passenger Auto-Down/Up windows
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- A/C Combi-Filter (Micron Air Filtering System)
- Rear Air Conditioner (manual) / Rear Air Vents
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 8-way Power Driver Seat
- Heated Front Seats
- 2-way Lumbar Support (Driver's seat power aircell type)
- 3rd row seating with Room Lamp
- 60/40 split second row fold-flat seats with Recline and Center Armrest
- Leatherette (PU) seating surfaces (H-Tex)
Interior9 std · 0 opt
- 4.2" TFT Color LCD Multi-information Display
- Bi-directional Center Console Armrest with Two-Level Storage Compartment
- Interior Lights, Map lights and Cargo-area Light (LED)
- Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel
- Tilt-and-Telescopic Steering Wheel
- Illuminated Vanity Mirrors with Extensions
- Manual day/night inside rearview mirror
- Cloth headliner
- Trip odometer
Exterior14 std · 0 opt
- Full LED Projector Headlights with LED Headlight Accents
- 18" Alloy Wheels (black machine finished / hyper silver)
- Acoustic Windshield and Front Side Glass
- Heated Side Mirrors
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED Taillights
- Raised-type roof rails
- Rear quarter glass Privacy
- Side Mirrors with Turn Signal Indicators
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar Front Glass
- Solar Front Glass and Privacy Rear Glass
- Bodycolor Rear Spoiler
- Temporary Compact Spare Tire
Powertrain4 std · 0 opt
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Drive Mode Select (Normal, Sport, My Drive)
- Idle Stop & Go
- Shift-By-Wire to maximize interior design creativity & storage
Cargo2 std · 0 opt
- Trailer Prep Package (Pre-wiring)
- Underfloor storage tray
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 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 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL?
The manufacturer lists $37,840 for the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL. That is $2,540 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 11 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.