SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$1,750)
| Spec | SE | SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3120 lbs | 3266 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3120 lbs | 3192 lbs |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.8 gal | 15.9 gal |
| Second-row headroom | 38.4 in | 37.4 in |
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,500 | $26,250 |
| Tire size | 205/65R16 | 215/55R17 |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster display, 4-way Power Front Passenger seat, 8-inch Display Audio Color touchscreen AM/FM/MP3 Audio System 6 Speakers HD Radio SiriusXM Blue Link smartphone integration and rearview camera, 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar, Acoustic film front door glass, Battery Type - Lithium-Ion Polymer 270V 1.62 kWh, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) & Lane Change Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) & Lane Change Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Blue Link Connected Car System, Blue Link Gen 2, Combined Hybrid System Horsepower 192 hp, Door Handles Interior - Body Color / Satin Chrome (NFC), Dual Fully Automatic Climate Control with outside temperature display, Dual USB ports (2nd row), Dynamic Voice Recognition, Electric Motor Permanent magnet synchronous motor 39 kW (51 HP), Floor console-mounted rear seat vents, Front Parking Sensors, Full LED Rear Combi (+ Turn Signal / Brake LED), Grille - Gloss Black Mesh, Hands-free Smart Trunk, Heated Front Seats (adjustable), Heated outside mirrors, Heated steering wheel, Hyundai Digital Key, IMS: Driver's seat & side mirrors, Keys - +1 Key Card for NFC, Matte Black Side Rocker Panels, Navigation System - High-resolution 10.25-inch touch-screen display, PTC Heater, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear (PCAA-R), Power Windows - Passenger Auto Up/Down, Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start, Rear Bumper Parking Sensors, Safe Exit Warning, Side Mirror Mounted LED Turn Signal Indicators, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Solar Roof (Glass), Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 304.8 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 284.5 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic (Button) |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 16 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 120.4 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Blue Link |
| Connected services trial (premium tier) | 36 months |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in |
| Overall height | 56.9 in |
| Overall length | 192.9 in |
| Overall width | 73.2 in |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 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) | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 37 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 15.9 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Second-row headroom | 37.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 46.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $26,250 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.9 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack-and-Pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 35.9 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | 215/55R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.2 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3266 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3192 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4354 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety44 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) w/ Pedestrian Detection
- Smart Cruise Control w/ Start/Stop
- Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
- Surround View Monitor (SVM)
- Advanced Airbags - Driver (1) and Front Passenger (1)
- Driver and Front Passenger Side-impact (4)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear (PCAA-R)
- Rearview Monitor
- Side Air Curtains (front & rear passengers) (2)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Front Parking Sensors
- Rear Bumper Parking Sensors
- Safe Exit Warning
- 5-MPH Bumpers
- Advanced Airbags - Occupant Classification System (OCS)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Anti-theft System integrated with Remote Keyless Entry System and Panic
- Automatic Defogger
- Automatic High Beam Assist
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) w/ Rear Cross-Traffic Alert (RCTA) & Lane Change Assist
- Bodyside Reinforcements
- Brake Assist
- Driver Seatbelt - 3-point Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
- Driver's Knee (1)
- Emergency Internal Trunk Release (Bright Yellow)
- Energy-absorbing Steering Column
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners and Force Limiters
- Front and rear Crumple Zones
- Height Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors
- Hood Buckling Creases and Safety Stops
- LATCH Lower Anchors (2 rear) and Upper Tether (3 rear) Anchors
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Follow Assist (LFA), Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Passenger Seatbelt - 3-point Convertible Locking Retractor (CLR)
- Power Window Lock-out Button
- Rear Occupant Alert (Door logic Type)
- Rear Seatbelts - 3-point Convertible Locking Retractor (CLR)
- Rear seat low-profile head restraints (rear, center, left)
- Shift Interlock System
- Traction Control System (TCS)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) w/ Traction Control System (TCS)
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/ individual tire indicator
Infotainment15 std · 0 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key
- Bluetooth Phone Controls
- 8-inch Display Audio Color touchscreen AM/FM/MP3 Audio System 6 Speakers HD Radio SiriusXM Blue Link smartphone integration and rearview camera
- Audio Controls (Volume up/down, Mode, Seek)
- Auxiliary MP3 input / USB/iPod jacks - Front center stack bin (1)
- Blue Link Connected Car System
- Blue Link Gen 2
- Dual USB ports (2nd row)
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- HD Radio Technology with multicasting
- Navigation System - High-resolution 10.25-inch touch-screen display
- Sirius XM Satellite Radio
- Smartphone Integration - Apple CarPlay & Android Auto capability
- Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
- Wireless Device Charging
Convenience12 std · 0 opt
- Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start
- 12-volt Outlet Front Console (1)
- Hands-free Smart Trunk
- Keys - +1 Key Card for NFC
- Keys - 2 Standard
- Power Door Locks (auto-lock function can be enabled by user)
- Power Windows - Driver Auto Up/Down
- Power Windows - Passenger Auto Up/Down
- Remote Keyless Entry System with Alarm/Panic
- Remote Release - Fuel Filler Door
- Remote Release - Hood
- Remote Release - Trunk
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- Cabin Air Filter
- Dual Fully Automatic Climate Control with outside temperature display
- Floor console-mounted rear seat vents
- PTC Heater
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seats
- 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar
- Heated Front Seats (adjustable)
- IMS: Driver's seat & side mirrors
- 4-way Power Front Passenger seat
- 4-way adjustable Passenger Seat
- Seating Surfaces - Premium Cloth
Interior31 std · 1 opt
- Heated steering wheel
- 4.2-inch color LCD instrument cluster display
- 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster display
- Adjustable Illumination Level (instrument panel)
- Assist Grips (4)
- Central Dome Light (door activated option)
- Cruise Controls on steering wheel
- Cupholders
- Door Armrest - Integrated
- Door Handles Interior - Body Color
- Door Handles Interior - Body Color / Satin Chrome (NFC)
- Door Pockets - Small map w/ bottle holders
- Door Sill Scuff Plates - Plastic
- Door panel bottle holders (4)
- Front Center Console - Fixed Armrest Storage Box
- Front interior lighting - Regular (non-LED)
- Glove Compartment - Locking with damper
- Glove Compartment Light, Cargo Area Light
- Illuminated Ignition Key Cylinder Surround
- Parking Brake - Electronic (Button)
- Pedals - Rubber Covered Gas & Brake
- Roof Trim - Cloth
- Seatback Pockets (passenger side)
- Shift Control - Shift-by-wire button control
- Steering Wheel - Urethane
- Trunk Lid Liner
- Rearview Mirror - Manual Day/Night
- Sunvisors w/ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors & extensions
- Tilt & Telescopic steering column
- Trip Odometer
- Floor Mats - Carpeted or All-weather optional
- Floor Covering - Full Cut-pile Carpeting
Exterior19 std · 0 opt
- Folding Mirrors - Dual Power
- Acoustic film front door glass
- Acoustic windshield
- Chrome Window Surround Moldings
- DRLs - LED type
- Door Handles - Bodycolor/Chrome
- Front Windshield variable intermittent speed sensitive wipers
- Full LED Rear Combi (+ Turn Signal / Brake LED)
- Glossy Chrome DLO trim
- Grille - Gloss Black Mesh
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED Headlights (MFR-Type)
- Matte Black Side Rocker Panels
- Rear Exhaust - Chrome-tipped Single/Hidden
- Side Mirror Mounted LED Turn Signal Indicators
- Solar Control Glass
- Solar Roof (Glass)
- Automatic Light Control
- Rear Window Defroster, electronic w/ timer
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- Drive Configuration - FWD
- Battery Type - Lithium-Ion Polymer 270V 1.62 kWh
- Combined Hybrid System Horsepower 192 hp
- Electric Motor Permanent magnet synchronous motor 39 kW (51 HP)
- Shift Control - Shift-by-wire button control
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Sonata. 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 Sonata SEL?
The manufacturer lists $26,250 for the 2022 Hyundai Sonata 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 Sonata SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 42 features become standard that the SE does not and 11 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.