SEL Plug-in Hybrid AWD
What the SEL Plug-in Hybrid adds over the SE (+$10,600)
| Spec | SE | SEL Plug-in Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 80.3 cu-ft | 71.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 38.7 cu-ft | 31.9 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3341 lbs | 4092 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3341 lbs | 4092 lbs |
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated | twin turbo |
| Engine displacement | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horsepower | 187 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | 178 lb-ft | 195 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.5L GDI + MPI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder | 1.6L Turbo-GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal | 11.1 gal |
| Ground clearance | 7.1 in | 8.3 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4629 lbs | 5247 lbs |
| Second-row headroom | 39.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Second-row legroom | 41.3 in | 39.5 in |
| MPG (combined) | 28 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $26,900 | $37,500 |
| Overall height | 65.6 in | 66.3 in |
| Payload capacity | 1288 lbs | 1155 lbs |
| Tire size | 235/65R17 | 235/55R19 |
| Total interior volume | 146.9 cu-ft | 137.8 cu-ft |
| Final drive ratio | 3.6 | 3.3 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 | 6 |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 19 in |
| Wheel width | 7 in | 7.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25" Digital instrument cluster, 10.25" color touchscreen with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio (HERE) (AVN 5.0), 19 x 7.5J Alloys, 8-way power driver's seat, 8-way power front passenger seat, Ambient interior lighting, Auto-dimming Mirror (incl HomeLink), BOSE® Premium Audio System: Digital 8 channel amp and 8 Speakers, Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) – Projector-Type, Blind-Spot View Monitor, Bluelink®, Charge time – ~2 hours (PHEV), Dark chrome accent grille, Door Panels – Soft-touch + fabric, Dual automatic temperature control with Auto Defogger (full capacitive-touch controls), Dynamic Voice Recognition, Floor console-mounted rear A/C vents, Front Aero Wipers, Front and Rear LED maplights, Front and rear skid plates – Silver painted / Black, Glove compartment – Illuminated, Heated (steering wheel), Heated rear seats (high/low), Highway Driving Assist, Hyundai Digital Key functionality, Illuminated push button start, Inside rearview mirror – Auto-dimming Mirror, Keys – Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2), LED taillights / LED license plate lights, Leather seating surfaces, Memory driver's seat (driver's seat only, no exterior mirror), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control, On-board Charger – 7.2 kW (@240V) (PHEV), Panoramic sunroof – One-touch open and rear shade, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse, Parking Distance Warning – Front & Rear, Parking Distance Warning – Front & Rear, Power Window Switches – Front auto up/down, Premium Daytime Running Lights (mirror-type), Premium front & rear fascias
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 325 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Electronic |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 71.8 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 31.9 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 137.8 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | Bluelink |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in |
| Overall height | 66.3 in |
| Overall length | 182.3 in |
| Overall width | 73.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1598 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 1.6L Turbo-GDI DOHC 16-valve Inline 4-cylinder Plug-in Hybrid |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 180 hp |
| Torque | 195 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (combined) | 35 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 11.1 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.1 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.7 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.4 in |
| Second-row legroom | 39.5 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $37,500 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 5 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 57.6 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 56 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS), rack and pinion, column-mounted |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38.6 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut with coil springs |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Tires
| Tire size | 235/55R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.3 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4092 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4092 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5247 lbs |
| Payload capacity | 1155 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety34 std · 0 opt
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC)
- Blind-Spot View Monitor
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with Pedestrian, Cyclist, and Junction Turning Detection (sensor fusion-type)
- Lane Following Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Surround View Monitor
- Highway Driving Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control with Curve Control
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist – Reverse
- Rearview camera with dynamic parking guidelines
- Downhill Brake Control (DBC)
- Driver Attention Warning
- Parking Distance Warning – Front & Rear
- Safe Exit Warning
- Trailer Sway Control
- 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 alarm
- Blind-Spot Collision and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance-Assist Indicators (side mirrors)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Bodyside reinforcements
- Child safety locks (rear)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with Traction Control (TCS) and Brake Assist
- Front seatbelt pretensioners and load limiters
- High Beam Assist
- Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist
- LATCH Lower Anchors and Upper Tether Anchors
- Power window lock-out button
- Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA)
- Vehicle Stability Management
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) w/Individual Tire Indicator
Infotainment11 std · 0 opt
- Bluetooth controls (Voice recognition, Accept call, Hang up)
- 10.25" color touchscreen with onboard Navigation & Traffic flow including incident data via HD Radio (HERE) (AVN 5.0)
- Android Auto™ & Apple CarPlay® (Wireless with 8" Display Audio)
- Audio controls (Volume up/down, Mute, Seek up/down, Mode)
- BOSE® Premium Audio System: Digital 8 channel amp and 8 Speakers
- Bluelink®
- Dynamic Voice Recognition
- Front Dual USB ports
- HD Radio™ Technology
- Second row Dual USB ports
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (3mo trial subscription)
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Hyundai Digital Key functionality
- Keys – Proximity w/ detachable valet key (2)
- Power Window Switches – Front auto up/down
- Power door locks
- Remote keyless entry system with alarm and panic
- Remote release – Hood
- 12-volt outlet (2) – Front (1) / cargo (1)
Climate7 std · 0 opt
- Cabin air filter
- Dual automatic temperature control with Auto Defogger (full capacitive-touch controls)
- External temperature
- Floor console-mounted rear A/C vents
- Heater
- Rear seat heater ducts
- Voice Control HVAC with capacitive-touch controls
Seating10 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power driver's seat
- Ventilated front seats
- Heated rear seats (high/low)
- 60/40 Split fold-down & reclining rear seatback with adjustable head restraint
- 8-way power front passenger seat
- Leather seating surfaces
- Memory driver's seat (driver's seat only, no exterior mirror)
- Passenger Capacity – 5
- Remote release folding rear seats (from cargo)
- Rear center armrest with cupholders
Interior31 std · 1 opt
- Heated (steering wheel)
- Auto-dimming Mirror (incl HomeLink)
- Inside rearview mirror – Auto-dimming Mirror
- 10.25" Digital instrument cluster
- Adjustable illumination level
- Ambient interior lighting
- Assist grips (4)
- Bag hook – 2nd row seat back
- Cargo area light
- Central dome light (with delay) and auto cut-off
- Cruise controls (steering wheel)
- Cupholders, Dual – Front center console-mounted
- Door Panels – Soft-touch + fabric
- Door armrest – Integrated
- Door handles – Metal paint
- Front and Rear LED maplights
- Front maplights
- Glove compartment – Illuminated
- Glove compartment – With Damper
- Illuminated power window switches
- Illuminated push button start
- Rear coat hanger (1)
- Roof trim – Gray
- Seatback map pocket – Dual
- Speedometer & Tachometer
- Steering Wheel – 4-Spoke
- Storage tray (below 12-volt outlet)
- Sunvisors – Dual vanity mirror with cover
- Tilt & Telescoping (steering wheel)
- Front center console – Fixed armrest storage box
- Sunvisors – w/ sliding function
- Floor mats – Carpeted optional
Exterior26 std · 1 opt
- Bi-LED headlights (high/low beam) – Projector-Type
- 19 x 7.5J Alloys
- Acoustic Laminated Windshield
- Automatic headlights
- Body color door handles
- Bumpers – Bodycolor
- Dark chrome accent grille
- Front Aero Wipers
- Front and rear skid plates – Silver painted / Black
- Front variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Intermittent rear window wiper/washer (non-variable)
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- LED front turn signals
- LED taillights / LED license plate lights
- Panoramic sunroof – One-touch open and rear shade
- Premium Daytime Running Lights (mirror-type)
- Premium front & rear fascias
- Rain-Sensing Wipers
- Roof side rails
- Shark-fin roof antenna
- Side sills – Material Black
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- Rear window defroster with timer
- Solar glass – Front Door, Windshield
- Rear spoiler – Integrated with CHMSL, bodycolor
- Roof-mounted Center High-Mount Stop Lamp (CHMSL)
- Mud Guards – Front/Rear optional
Powertrain4 std · 0 opt
- Charge time – ~2 hours (PHEV)
- Drive Mode – Center-console mounted
- On-board Charger – 7.2 kW (@240V) (PHEV)
- Shift-By-Wire
Cargo3 std · 3 opt
- Tow Hitch optional
- Cargo tie-down anchors (6) – 3 on each side, 2 floor & 1 upper per side
- Dual level cargo floor (n/a on PHEV)
- Trailer pre-wiring
- Cargo cover – Retractable optional
- Roof cross rails optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
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Common questions about the SEL Plug-in Hybrid
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Hyundai Tucson SEL Plug-in Hybrid?
The manufacturer lists $37,500 for the 2023 Hyundai Tucson SEL Plug-in Hybrid. That is $10,600 above the SE, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Hyundai Tucson SEL Plug-in Hybrid add over the SE?
Against the SE, 50 features become standard that the SE does not and 24 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.