Hyundai Elantra SEL Sport · Michigan City Hyundai · Michigan City, IN
Hyundai Elantra SEL Sport in Michigan City, IN
The SEL Sport is the step up from the base 2026 Elantra SE. It keeps the SE's 147-hp 2.0L four and Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) and adds dual automatic temperature control, wireless device charging, proximity key entry with push-button start, a hands-free smart trunk release, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, an H-Tex leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, alloy sport pedals and gloss black 17-inch alloy wheels. It is EPA-rated at 30 city / 40 highway / 34 combined mpg. Hyundai lists it from $23,950 MSRP. Shop it at Michigan City Hyundai.
$23,9502026 starting MSRP
147 hp2.0L four, 132 lb-ft
IVTIntelligent Variable Transmission
34 mpgEPA combined (30 city / 40 hwy)
17-inchalloy wheels, 225/45 R17
Elantra SEL Sport or SE?
Both use the 147-hp 2.0L four with an IVT and front-wheel drive. For $1,125 more in starting MSRP ($23,950 vs. $22,825), Hyundai's 2026 compare-trims table gives the SEL Sport dual automatic temperature control in place of manual climate controls, wireless device charging, proximity key entry with push-button start, a hands-free smart trunk release, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, alloy sport pedals, illuminated vanity mirrors, a driver's auto up/down window and 17-inch alloy wheels in place of 15s. The SE is rated 1 mpg better combined (35 vs. 34).
2026 Elantra SEL Sport price
| 2026 Elantra trim | Starting MSRP | EPA mpg city/hwy/combined |
|---|---|---|
| SE | $22,825 | 31/40/35 |
| SEL Sport | $23,950 | 30/40/34 |
| SEL Sport Plus | $24,450 | 30/40/34 |
| SEL Sport Premium | $25,275 | 30/40/34 |
Starting MSRPs and EPA estimates from hyundaiusa.com, read November 10, 2026. Hyundai states that MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title and license fees, and that freight charges and actual dealer prices may vary. Our price on each vehicle is on its vehicle page. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
What the SEL Sport adds over the SE
Climate and charging
Dual automatic temperature control (the SE has manual climate controls) and wireless device charging, which the SE does not have.
Keyless and trunk
Proximity key entry with push-button start and a hands-free smart trunk release.
Smart Cruise Control
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, listed as not available on the SE.
Sporty details
An H-Tex leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, alloy sport pedals, gloss black side mirrors, a gloss black rear spoiler and, with the black interior, a black headliner.
Wheels
Gloss black 17-inch alloy wheels on 225/45 R17 tires. The SE has 15-inch alloys on 195/65 R15 tires.
Small conveniences
Illuminated vanity mirrors with sliding sunvisors and a driver's window with auto down and up.
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2026 Elantra page, read November 10, 2026. Gloss black 17-inch wheels and rear spoiler are from the SEL Sport trim card on the same page. Equipment can change during the model year; the window sticker on each vehicle lists its exact equipment.
Elantra SEL Sport engine and mpg
| 2026 Elantra SEL Sport | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder, multi-point fuel injection |
| Output | 147 hp at 6,200 rpm; 132 lb-ft at 4,500 rpm |
| Transmission | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Drive Mode Select | Normal, Sport and Smart |
| Rear suspension | Coupled torsion beam axle |
| EPA estimates | 30 city / 40 highway / 34 combined mpg |
| Fuel tank | 12.4 gallons |
| Curb weight | 2,725 to 2,868 lb. |
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2026 Elantra page, read November 10, 2026. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
Elantra SEL Sport vs. SE and SEL Sport Premium
| SEL Sport | SE | SEL Sport Premium | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 starting MSRP | $23,950 | $22,825 | $25,275 |
| Engine | 147-hp 2.0L four, IVT | 147-hp 2.0L four, IVT | 147-hp 2.0L four, IVT |
| EPA combined mpg | 34 | 35 | 34 |
| Wheels | 17-inch alloy | 15-inch alloy | 17-inch alloy |
| Climate control | Dual automatic | Manual | Dual automatic |
| Wireless device charging | Standard | Not available | Standard |
| Push-button start | Standard | Not available | Standard |
| Heated front seats | Not available | Not available | Standard |
| Power tilt-and-slide sunroof | Not available | Not available | Standard |
| Heated side mirrors | Not available | Not available | Standard |
| Seating surfaces | Cloth | Cloth | Cloth |
| Touchscreen | 8-inch, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8-inch, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | 8-inch, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Gauge cluster | 4.2-inch | 4.2-inch | 4.2-inch |
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2026 Elantra page, read November 10, 2026.
Elantra SEL Sport size and trunk space
| Measurement | 2026 Elantra SEL Sport |
|---|---|
| Length / wheelbase | 185.4 in. / 107.1 in. |
| Width / height | 71.9 in. / 55.7 in. |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in. |
| Headroom, front / rear | 40.6 / 37.3 in. |
| Legroom, front / rear | 42.3 / 38.0 in. |
| Passenger / cargo volume | 99.4 / 14.2 cu. ft. |
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2026 Elantra page, read November 10, 2026.
More on the trunk in our Elantra trunk space guide.
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Buying a Elantra SEL Sport at Michigan City Hyundai
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Service after the sale
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Elantra SEL Sport FAQ
How much is a 2026 Hyundai Elantra SEL Sport?
Hyundai lists the 2026 Elantra SEL Sport from $23,950 MSRP (hyundaiusa.com, November 10, 2026). MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title and license fees.
What gas mileage does the Elantra SEL Sport get?
EPA estimates for the 2026 Elantra SEL Sport are 30 city / 40 highway / 34 combined mpg.
Does the Elantra SEL Sport have heated seats?
No. Hyundai's 2026 compare-trims table lists heated front seats as not available on the SE and SEL Sport and standard on the SEL Sport Premium.
Does the Elantra SEL Sport have a sunroof?
No. Hyundai lists the power tilt-and-slide sunroof as not available on the SE and SEL Sport and standard on the SEL Sport Premium.
Does the Elantra SEL Sport have wireless Apple CarPlay?
Yes. Hyundai's 2026 compare-trims table lists wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay as standard on the SEL Sport's 8-inch touchscreen.
Does the Elantra SEL Sport have push-button start?
Yes. Proximity key entry with push-button start is standard on the SEL Sport and not available on the SE.
Is there a 2026 Elantra SEL?
Hyundai's 2026 Elantra trim cards list the SEL Sport, SEL Sport Plus and SEL Sport Premium between the SE and the Limited. The SEL Sport is the lowest-priced of the three.
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Sources
Prices, fuel economy, specifications and equipment are from Hyundai's 2026 Elantra page and its compare-trims table on hyundaiusa.com, read on November 10, 2026. Hyundai notes that MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title and license fees, that freight charges and actual dealer prices may vary, and that specifications and equipment can change.
- 2026 Elantra: trim cards with starting MSRPs, EPA estimates and key specifications (including SEL Sport), MSRP disclaimer, Hyundai Motor America, read November 10, 2026
- 2026 Elantra compare-trims view, SE / SEL Sport / SEL Sport Premium, all sections expanded (fuel economy, powertrain, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, dimensions), Hyundai Motor America, read November 10, 2026
- Dealership address, Michigan City Hyundai, read November 10, 2026
