2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL

The all-new 2025 Hyundai Sonata is full of technology, comfort, safety, and performance, all wrapped into one sleek sedan. As a top-selling vehicle in its class, the Hyundai Sonata continues to reimagine what the everyday driving experience should be. It also comes in many trims that offer unique standard specs for drivers. Today, we will detail everything there is to know about the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL, which is one of the more affordable models in the family you can get into this year.

Without further ado, let's introduce you to the new and improved Hyundai Sonata SEL sedan!

What's New for 2025?

Getting into what has changed for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL trim, this year works as a carryover from 2024. There aren't any significant updates to this vehicle, although a new SEL Convenience trim combines the SEL and previous Convenience Package (a panoramic sunroof, wireless device charging, and a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster). You also see one step below SEL with the reintroduced SE trim, retailing for $26,800. Besides those changes, the Sonata stays true to its sleek, modern, and top-rated reputation.

What changed for SEL: Nothing has been updated for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL. However, new trims have been added to the lineup.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

The interior, comfort features, and cargo dimensions of this year's 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL are the same as before, but that doesn't mean you shouldn't get excited. Like 2024, you see endless standard comfort across the lineup, with the SEL working as a step above the entry-level SE trim in terms of what it gives you.

Here are some things you can expect in the Sonata SEL:

• Premium Cloth seating surfaces
• 8-way power driver's seat with power lumbar
• 6-way adjustable passenger's seating
• Heated front seats
• 60/40 split fold-down rear seats
• 12.3-inch touchscreen display
• Rear View Monitor with parking guidance

For your interior dimensions, we have these figures:

• Headroom front (front/rear): 40.0/37.8 inches
• Leg room (front/rear): 46.1/34.8 inches
• Shoulder room (front/rear): 57.9/56.1 inches
• Hip room (front/rear): 54.6/54.4 inches
• Total interior volume: 120 cubic feet
• Passenger volume: 104.4 cubic feet
• Cargo capacity, trunk: 15.6 cubic feet

This sedan can hold around 16 cubic feet of cargo, which is decent considering its smaller trunk space than an SUV.

2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL Exterior

The exterior of the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL is just as pretty as its inside, boasting sharp edges, a dramatic grille, LED lights, 17-inch alloy wheels with 215/55 R17 tires, as well as the following:

• LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
• Automatic High Beam Assist (HBA)
• LED rear combi (taillight LED only)
• Power side mirrors: Standard (heated)
• Black mesh grille detailing
• Chrome window surround moldings
• Gloss Black side rocker panels
• Rear spoiler
• Solar control glass
• Acoustic film windshield
• Acoustic film front door glass

For the dimensions of the Sonata SEL this year, you can expect the following measurements:

• Wheelbase: 111.8 inches
• Length: 193.3 inches
• Width without mirrors: 73.2 inches
• Height: 56.9 inches
• Minimum ground clearance: 5.3 inches

Performance and Powertrain

For your performance and powertrain features with this year's 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL trim, you can expect a standard 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine across this lineup. Your horsepower will be 191 ponies, while the torque is 181 pound-feet. The SEL will also come standard with Front Wheel Drive (FWD) and an automatic 8-speed transmission. One of the perks to choosing this specific trim over all other Sonatas is that AWD is available, so that might be an upgrade to consider if you prefer Hyundai's HTRAC technology.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The safety features inside the all-new Sonata are worth mentioning, especially considering you get standard SmartSense with SEL vehicles. For many years, the Sonata has ranked as a top choice for safety across sedans in the United States, with this year being no different. Some of the driver-assistance features offered in the SEL model include:

• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian/Cyclist/Junction Turning Detection (FCA-JT)
• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Lane Following Assist (LFA)
• Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
• Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go
• Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
• Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)

It is also exciting to announce that this year's Sonata family received a Top Safety Pick award from IIHS for its crash prevention technology, making this the perfect model for families.

Hyundai SmartSense

Hyundai SmartSense comes standard with the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL sedan. It works through sensors, cameras, and alarms inside and outside the vehicle. Newer Hyundais will include this technology and safety suite standard, making Hyundai a fierce competitor to rivals including Toyota and Honda. The Sonata SEL has advanced safety specs and is a slightly better choice than the base SE, which could be another reason to jump up in trim. Usually, the higher you go in trim level, the more safety becomes available, which is industry standard.

Infotainment and Connectivity

To cover the infotainment and connectivity inside the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL, this four-door vehicle has an attractive 12.3-inch touchscreen centering the dashboard, alongside rear passenger connection and charging. You get things like HD Radio, SiriusXM, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, Multiple device connection (up to two devices), and Bluelink. You see quite a bit of technology in whatever Hyundai you step into these days, but the Sonata has an open-concept feeling that many drivers prefer. It's clean, modern, and easy to navigate in terms of its tech and connectivity, which could make it ideal for commutes and road-tripping.

Fuel Economy and MPG

Fuel figures for the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL will be the same as the previous release cycle, although you also have AWD configurations with the SEL. Therefore, your FWD MPG estimates are 25/36/29 city/highway/combined, while the AWD estimates are 25/34/28 city/highway/combined. The Sonata achieves pretty decent fuel economy across the board, especially if you switch to the hybrid configuration, so you have a few options here.

2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL Pricing

The pricing of the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL is competitive, starting at $27,900. Most sedans of similar size, trim, and specifications retail for around $30,000, making the SEL below the industry average and excellent value for money. The SE is your only cheaper Sonata, which has a starting MSRP of $26,800, and the SEL Convenience is more expensive at $30,950. Overall, you have decent pricing here, whichever Sonata you go with.

Of course, the team at Granite Hyundai in Somersworth is more than happy to explain 2025 Sonata pricing per trim level, so come see us today.

SE vs. SEL vs. SEL Convenience vs. N Line

If you want to compare the pricing for this year's Sonata sedan, you have four unique ICE trim levels to select from: the SE, SEL, SEL Convenience, and N Line, each offering something different.

Here is a breakdown by model:

Hyundai Sonata SE

Starting MSRP: $26,800

This model will be your entry point to the Sonata family, with the fewest standard features. However, you still get a large touchscreen and a nearly 200-horsepower engine, which is generous.

• FWD: 28 City/38 Hwy/32 Combined
• 191-hp 2.5L MPI/GDI 4-cylinder engine
• 12.3-inch touchscreen audio
• Bluelink+
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
• Proximity Key with push-button start

Hyundai Sonata SEL

Starting MSRP: $27,900
The 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL is the second-cheapest option for the year, and it includes more standard features in comfort, tech, and safety than the SE. You also have the trim-specific option between FWD and AWD.

• FWD: 25 City/36 Hwy/29 Combined
• AWD: 25 City/34 Hwy/28 Combined
• 191-hp 2.5L MPI/GDI 4-cylinder engine
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• 8-way power driver seat
• Dual automatic temperature control
• Heated front seats

Hyundai Sonata SEL Convenience

Starting MSRP: $30,950
This new Sonata trim combines previous releases' SEL and Convenience Package, delivering an elevated experience to drivers and passengers alike.

• FWD: 25 City/36 Hwy/29 Combined
• 191-hp 2.5L MPI/GDI 4-cylinder engine
• Panoramic sunroof
• 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
• 12.3-inch touchscreen display with navigation
• Wireless device charging

Hyundai Sonata N Line

Starting MSRP: $35,400
The N Line performance model finishes up the non-hybrid Sonata lineup for 2025, offering a faster, stronger engine, model-specific colors/badging/design, and upgraded tech and safety. Because of its speed and handling, many consider this the most "fun" Sonata of the group.

• 23 City/32 Hwy/27 Combined
• 290-hp 2.5L Turbo MPI/GDI 4-cylinder engine
• N 8-speed Wet Dual Clutch Transmission with paddle shifters
• N Design 19-inch alloy wheels
• N unique sport front seats with microfiber inserts
• Highway Driving Assist (HDA)

 

Get Your Hyundai Sonata SEL at Granite Hyundai

Now that we have shown you everything there is to know about the 2025 Hyundai Sonata SEL, it is time to see your neighborhood sales team right here in Somersworth, NH. Granite Hyundai is here every day of the week to discuss pricing and trim offerings, and we can help get you into a sedan for a test drive, all when you need it. Don't wait-see us today!