Hyundai Sonata SEL Sport · Michigan City Hyundai · Michigan City, IN

Hyundai Sonata SEL Sport in Michigan City, IN

The SEL Sport is the middle 2027 Sonata trim, between the SE and the N Line, and the only one of the three 2027 Sonata trims (SE, SEL Sport, N Line) with available HTRAC all-wheel drive. It keeps the SE's 191-hp 2.5L four and 8-speed automatic and adds 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 and 18-inch alloy wheels. Hyundai lists it from $29,400 MSRP. Shop it at Michigan City Hyundai.

Red Hyundai Sonata SEL Sport midsize sedan, studio view on a white background
Hyundai Sonata SEL Sport. Image: Hyundai Motor America
$29,4002027 starting MSRP
FWD/AWDHTRAC AWD available
191 hp2.5L four, 181 lb-ft
29 mpgEPA combined, FWD
18-inchalloy wheels

Sonata SEL Sport or SE?

Both use the 191-hp 2.5L four with an 8-speed automatic. 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, a rear center armrest with cupholders and 18-inch alloy wheels in place of 16s, plus a compact spare instead of a tire mobility kit. The SEL Sport can also be ordered with HTRAC all-wheel drive; the SE is front-wheel drive only. The SE is rated 2 mpg better combined (31 vs. 29 with FWD).

2027 Sonata SEL Sport price

Starting MSRP, 2027 Sonata$10,000$20,000$30,000$40,000SE$27,600SEL Sport$29,400N Line$36,300
Starting MSRP from hyundaiusa.com, November 9, 2026.
2027 Sonata trimStarting MSRPEPA mpg city/hwy/combined
SE$27,60026/38/31 FWD
SEL Sport$29,40025/37/29 FWD; 22/32/26 AWD
N Line$36,30023/32/27 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 the SEL Sport adds over the SE

Heated seats and power driver's seat

Heated front seats and an 8-way power driver's seat with power lumbar. The SE has a 6-way manual driver's seat and no seat heaters.

Dual automatic temperature control

Dual automatic temperature control, which the SE does not have, plus driver and front passenger auto up/down windows.

Phone and cabin

A wireless phone charger, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, steering-wheel paddle shifters and a rear center armrest with dual cupholders.

Wheels and spare

18-inch alloy wheels on 235/45 R18 tires and a compact temporary spare. The SE has 16-inch wheels and a tire mobility kit.

Quieter and warmer

Acoustic film front door glass and heated power side mirrors.

HTRAC all-wheel drive

Available on the SEL Sport and not offered on the SE or N Line.

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 SEL Sport engine, AWD and mpg

2027 Sonata SEL Sport
Engine2.5L 4-cylinder, direct and multi-point injection
Output191 hp at 6,100 rpm; 181 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm
Transmission8-speed automatic with Shift-by-Wire gear selector and paddle shifters
DriveFront-wheel drive; HTRAC all-wheel drive available
EPA estimates, FWD25 city / 37 highway / 29 combined mpg
EPA estimates, AWD22 city / 32 highway / 26 combined mpg
Fuel tank15.9 gallons
Curb weight3,305 lb. FWD / 3,466 lb. AWD

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 SEL Sport vs. SE and N Line

SEL SportSEN Line
2027 starting MSRP$29,400$27,600$36,300
Engine191-hp 2.5L four191-hp 2.5L four290-hp 2.5L turbo four
Transmission8-speed automatic8-speed automaticN 8-speed wet dual-clutch
DriveFWD or HTRAC AWDFWDFWD
EPA combined mpg29 FWD / 26 AWD3127
Wheels18-inch alloy16-inch alloy19-inch alloy
Heated front seatsStandardNot availableStandard
Driver's seat8-way power with power lumbar6-way manual8-way power with power lumbar
Wireless phone chargerStandardNot availableStandard
Touchscreen12.3-inch12.3-inch12.3-inch with navigation
Instrument cluster4.2-inch4.2-inch12.3-inch LCD
Bose premium audio, 12 speakersNot availableNot availableStandard
Panoramic sunroofNot availableNot availableStandard
Highway Driving AssistNot availableNot availableStandard

From the compare-trims table on Hyundai's 2027 Sonata page, read November 9, 2026.

Sonata SEL Sport size and trunk space

Measurement2027 Sonata SEL Sport
Length / wheelbase193.3 in. / 111.8 in.
Width / height73.2 in. / 56.9 in.
Ground clearance5.3 in.
Headroom, front / rear40.0 / 37.8 in.
Legroom, front / rear46.1 / 34.8 in.
Passenger volume / trunk104.4 / 15.6 cu. ft.
Turning diameter, curb to curb35.9 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 SEL Sport

Search our current new Sonata inventory, or contact us to order a Sonata SEL Sport with the drive and color you want.

Buying a Sonata SEL Sport at Michigan City Hyundai

Test drive

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Value your trade

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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 SEL Sport. 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 SEL Sport is on the lot before you come in.

Sonata SEL Sport FAQ

How much is a 2027 Hyundai Sonata SEL Sport?

Hyundai lists the 2027 Sonata SEL Sport from $29,400 MSRP (hyundaiusa.com, November 9, 2026). MSRP excludes freight charges, tax, title and license fees.

Is the Sonata SEL Sport all-wheel drive?

Front-wheel drive is standard and HTRAC all-wheel drive is available. Hyundai's 2027 compare-trims table lists HTRAC AWD as available on the SEL Sport and not available on the SE or N Line.

What gas mileage does the Sonata SEL Sport get?

EPA estimates for the 2027 Sonata SEL Sport are 25 city / 37 highway / 29 combined mpg with front-wheel drive and 22 / 32 / 26 with HTRAC all-wheel drive.

Does the Sonata SEL Sport have heated seats?

Yes. Hyundai lists heated front seats as standard on the 2027 SEL Sport and N Line and not available on the SE.

Is there a 2027 Sonata SEL?

Hyundai's 2027 Sonata lineup on hyundaiusa.com lists three Sonata trims: SE, SEL Sport and N Line. The SEL Sport is the middle trim.

Does the Sonata SEL Sport have a sunroof?

No. Hyundai lists the panoramic sunroof as standard on the N Line and not available on the SE or SEL Sport.

How big is the Sonata SEL Sport trunk?

Hyundai lists 15.6 cubic feet of trunk capacity for the 2027 Sonata.

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.

  1. 2027 Sonata: trim cards with starting MSRPs, EPA estimates and key specifications, MSRP disclaimer, SEL Sport compare-trims image, Hyundai Motor America, read November 9, 2026
  2. 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
  3. Dealership address, Michigan City Hyundai, read November 9, 2026