SEL FWD
What the SEL adds over the SE (+$2,525)
| 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 |
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg | 27 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 32 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 38 mpg | 37 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $25,450 | $27,975 |
| 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: 10.25-inch Color touchscreen Navigation System with Bose® premium audio w/ 12 speakers, HD Radio Technology, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Blue Link, smartphone integration, rear view camera and Dynamic Voice Recognition, 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster, 4-way Power Passenger Seat, 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar, 8-way Power Driver's Seat w/ Power Lumbar, Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM), Door Handles (interior) - Body Color / Satin Chrome (Hyundai Digital Key), Dual Fully Automatic Climate Control with outside temperature display, Dynamic Voice Recognition, Electrochromic Auto-dimming rearview mirror, Floor console-mounted rear seat vents (2nd row), Gloss Black Side Rocker Panels, Hands-free Smart Trunk, Heated Front Seats (adjustable), Heated outside mirrors, Hyundai Digital Key, Leather wrapped steering wheel, Liquid Chrome Interior Accents, PTC Heater, Power Window - Passenger Auto Up/Down, Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start, Rear Spoiler, Rear USB charge port, Side Mirror Mounted LED Turn Signal Indicators, Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters, Sunroof (Glass) Panoramic, Wireless Device Charging
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 |
| Connected services trial (standard 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 | 38.4 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 46.1 in |
| Second-row legroom | 34.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $27,975 |
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 kitSafety28 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist Detection & Junction Turning
- Smart Cruise Control w/ Start/Stop
- Blind-Spot View Monitor (BVM)
- Advanced Airbags - Driver (1) and Front Passenger (1)
- Driver and Front Passenger Side-impact (4)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
- Rearview Monitor
- Side Air Curtains (front & rear passengers) (2)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Safe Exit Warning
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) w/ Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Anti-theft System integrated with Remote Keyless Entry System and Panic
- Automatic High Beam Assist
- Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) with Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Brake Assist
- Driver's Knee (1)
- Electronic Parking Brake w/ Automatic Vehicle Hold
- Front Seatbelt Pretensioners and Force Limiters
- Height Adjustable Front-seat Shoulder Belt Anchors
- Hill Assist Control
- LATCH Lower Anchors (2 rear) and Upper Tether (3 rear) Anchors
- Lane Follow Assist (LFA)
- Power Window Lock-out Button
- Rear Occupant Alert (Door logic Type)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) w/ Traction Control System (TCS)
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/ individual tire indicator
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key
- Bluetooth Phone Controls
- 10.25-inch Color touchscreen Navigation System with Bose® premium audio w/ 12 speakers, HD Radio Technology, Sirius XM Satellite Radio, Blue Link, smartphone integration, rear view camera and Dynamic Voice Recognition
- Apple CarPlay & Android Auto capability
- Audio Controls (Volume up/down, Mode, Seek)
- Auxiliary MP3 input / USB/iPod jacks - Front center stack bin (1)
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- HD Radio Technology with multicasting
- Rear USB charge port
- Steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters
- Wireless Device Charging
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Hands-free Smart Trunk
- Proximity Key Entry w/ Push Button Start
- 12-volt Outlet - Front Console (1)
- Power Door Locks (auto-lock function can be enabled by user)
- Power Window - Passenger Auto Up/Down
- Remote Keyless Entry System with Alarm/Panic
- Power Windows - Driver Auto Up/Down
Climate5 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Defogger
- Cabin Air Filter
- Dual Fully Automatic Climate Control with outside temperature display
- Floor console-mounted rear seat vents (2nd row)
- 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)
- 6-way-adjustable Driver's Seat
- 4-way Power Passenger Seat
- Fixed Outboard Head Restraints (rear)
- Premium Cloth seating surfaces
Interior20 std · 0 opt
- Electrochromic Auto-dimming rearview mirror
- 12.3-inch LCD instrument cluster
- Adjustable Illumination Level
- Assist Grips (4)
- Cupholders - 2 Front + 2 Rear (center armrest)
- Door Handles (interior) - Body Color / Satin Chrome (Hyundai Digital Key)
- Door Sill Scuff Plates - Plastic
- Door panel bottle holders (4)
- Front Center Console - Fixed Armrest Storage Box
- Glove Compartment - Locking with damper
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Liquid Chrome Interior Accents
- Parking Brake - Electronic (Button)
- Rubber Covered Gas & Brake Pedals
- Seatback Pockets (passenger side)
- Speedometer / Tachometer / Coolant Temperature / Fuel Level / Odometer / Trip Odometer gauges
- Trunk Lid Liner
- Sunvisors w/ Illuminated Vanity Mirrors & extensions
- Tilt & Telescopic
- Full Cut-pile Carpeting
Exterior19 std · 0 opt
- Sunroof (Glass) Panoramic
- LED Headlights (MFR-Type)
- Folding Mirrors - Dual Power
- Acoustic film windshield
- Chrome Window Surround Moldings
- Door Handles - Bodycolor/Chrome
- Front Windshield, variable intermittent, speed sensitive wipers
- Gloss Black Side Rocker Panels
- Glossy Chrome DLO trim
- Grille Type / Finish
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED DRL (Separated Type)
- LED Rear Combi (Tail Light LED Only)
- Rear Exhaust - Chrome-tipped
- Side Mirror Mounted LED Turn Signal Indicators
- Automatic Light Control
- Rear Window Defroster, electronic w/ timer
- Solar Control Glass
- Rear Spoiler
Powertrain3 std · 0 opt
- Drive Configuration - FWD
- Drive mode select
- 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 2023 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 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL?
The manufacturer lists $27,975 for the 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL. That is $2,525 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Hyundai Sonata SEL add over the SE?
Against the SE, 27 features become standard that the SE does not and 10 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.