
Hyundai Sonata SE · Michigan City Hyundai · Michigan City, IN
Hyundai Sonata SE in Michigan City, IN
The SE is the entry 2027 Sonata and the most fuel-efficient non-hybrid one: a 191-hp 2.5L four with an 8-speed automatic and front-wheel drive, EPA-rated at 26 city / 38 highway / 31 combined mpg. It comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, LED headlights, proximity key entry with push-button start, a hands-free smart trunk release and Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go. Hyundai lists it from $27,600 MSRP. Shop it at Michigan City Hyundai.
Sonata SE or SEL Sport?
Both use the 191-hp 2.5L four with an 8-speed automatic. The SE is rated 2 mpg better combined with FWD (31 vs. 29). For $1,800 more in starting MSRP ($29,400 vs. $27,600), Hyundai's 2027 compare-trims table gives the SEL Sport heated front seats, an 8-way power driver's seat with power lumbar, dual automatic temperature control, a wireless phone charger, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, paddle shifters, heated side mirrors and 18-inch alloy wheels in place of 16s. The SEL Sport is also the only Sonata with available HTRAC all-wheel drive.
2027 Sonata SE price
| 2027 Sonata trim | Starting MSRP | EPA mpg city/hwy/combined |
|---|---|---|
| SE | $27,600 | 26/38/31 FWD |
| SEL Sport | $29,400 | 25/37/29 FWD; 22/32/26 AWD |
| N Line | $36,300 | 23/32/27 FWD |
Starting MSRPs and EPA estimates from hyundaiusa.com, read November 9, 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 comes standard on the Sonata SE
Screen and phone
A 12.3-inch touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, multiple device connection for up to two phones, HD Radio, SiriusXM with 360L and Bluetooth hands-free with wireless audio streaming.
Connected and keyless
Bluelink+, proximity key entry with push-button start, a hands-free smart trunk release, a Rear View Monitor with parking guidance and two USB-C charge ports for the second row.
Lighting
LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED taillights, automatic light control and Automatic High Beam Assist.
Driver assistance
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian, cyclist and junction-turning detection, Blind-Spot Collision Warning, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning and Rear Occupant Alert.
Comfort
Premium cloth seats, a 6-way manual driver's seat, 60/40 split fold-down rear seats, a tilt-and-telescopic steering wheel, a driver auto up/down window and solar control glass.
Wheels
16-inch alloy wheels on 205/65 R16 tires, with a tire mobility kit rather than a spare.
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2027 Sonata page, read November 9, 2026. Equipment can change during the model year; the window sticker on each vehicle lists its exact equipment.
Sonata SE engine and mpg
| 2027 Sonata SE | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5L 4-cylinder, direct and multi-point injection |
| Output | 191 hp at 6,100 rpm; 181 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic with Shift-by-Wire gear selector |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive (HTRAC AWD not offered on the SE) |
| Drive Mode Select | Standard |
| EPA estimates | 26 city / 38 highway / 31 combined mpg |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gallons |
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2027 Sonata page, read November 9, 2026. EPA estimates are for comparison; actual mileage will vary.
Sonata SE vs. Sonata SEL Sport
| Sonata SE | Sonata SEL Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 starting MSRP | $27,600 | $29,400 |
| Drive | FWD | FWD or HTRAC AWD |
| EPA combined mpg | 31 | 29 FWD / 26 AWD |
| Wheels and tires | 16-inch alloy, 205/65 R16 | 18-inch alloy, 235/45 R18 |
| Spare | Tire mobility kit | Compact temporary spare |
| Driver's seat | 6-way manual | 8-way power with power lumbar |
| Heated front seats | Not available | Standard |
| Dual automatic temperature control | Not available | Standard |
| Wireless phone charger | Not available | Standard |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | Not available | Standard |
| Paddle shifters | Not available | Standard |
| Curb weight (FWD) | 3,232 lb. | 3,305 lb. |
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2027 Sonata page, read November 9, 2026.
Sonata SE size and trunk space
| Measurement | 2027 Sonata SE |
|---|---|
| Length / wheelbase | 193.3 in. / 111.8 in. |
| Width / height | 73.2 in. / 56.9 in. |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in. |
| Headroom, front / rear | 40.0 / 37.8 in. |
| Legroom, front / rear | 46.1 / 34.8 in. |
| Passenger volume / trunk | 104.4 / 15.6 cu. ft. |
| Turning diameter, curb to curb | 35.9 ft. |
From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2027 Sonata page, read November 9, 2026.
Every Sonata measurement is on our Sonata dimensions page.
Find a Sonata SE
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Buying a Sonata SE at Michigan City Hyundai
Test drive
Choose a Sonata SE from our new inventory and use its vehicle page to check availability, or contact the sales team. Tell us which one and when you plan to come in.
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Financing and leasing
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Service after the sale
Our service department handles maintenance, recalls and warranty work on every Sonata SE. Schedule service online.
Michigan City Hyundai is at 625 US 20 in Michigan City, IN 46360. Get directions or contact us to confirm a specific Sonata SE is on the lot before you come in.
Sonata SE FAQ
How much is a 2027 Hyundai Sonata SE?
Hyundai lists the 2027 Sonata SE from $27,600 MSRP (hyundaiusa.com, November 9, 2026). MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title and license fees.
What gas mileage does the Sonata SE get?
EPA estimates for the 2027 Sonata SE are 26 city / 38 highway / 31 combined mpg, the highest of the three gas (non-hybrid) 2027 Sonata trims.
Does the Sonata SE have Smart Cruise Control?
Yes. Hyundai's 2027 compare-trims table lists Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go as standard on the SE. Highway Driving Assist is listed only on the N Line.
Does the Sonata SE have heated seats?
No. Hyundai lists heated front seats as not available on the 2027 Sonata SE and standard on the SEL Sport and N Line.
Is the Sonata SE all-wheel drive?
No. Hyundai lists the 2027 Sonata SE as front-wheel drive. HTRAC all-wheel drive is available only on the SEL Sport.
Does the Sonata SE have push-button start?
Yes. Hyundai lists proximity key entry with push-button start as standard on every 2027 Sonata trim, including the SE.
How big is the Sonata SE trunk?
Hyundai lists 15.6 cubic feet of trunk capacity for the 2027 Sonata.
See the Sonata SE at Michigan City Hyundai
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Sources
Prices, fuel economy, specifications and equipment are from Hyundai's 2027 Sonata page and its compare-trims table on hyundaiusa.com, read on November 9, 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.
- 2027 Sonata: trim cards with starting MSRPs, EPA estimates and key specifications, MSRP disclaimer, SE trim image, Hyundai Motor America, read November 9, 2026
- 2027 Sonata compare-trims view, SE / SEL Sport / N Line, all sections expanded (fuel economy, powertrain, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, dimensions, warranty), Hyundai Motor America, read November 9, 2026
- Dealership address, Michigan City Hyundai, read November 9, 2026