2027 Hyundai Sonata N Line vs SEL Sport | Webb Hyundai Merrillville | Merrillville, IN
2027 Hyundai Sonata N Line vs SEL Sport: Is 290 Horsepower Worth $6,900?
Webb Hyundai Merrillville | (219) 736-2277 | 1000 W 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
Quick Answer: The 2027 Sonata N Line makes 290 hp and 311 lb-ft from a turbo engine and starts at $36,300. The SEL Sport makes 191 hp and 181 lb-ft and starts at $29,400. The N Line costs $6,900 more, adds 99 hp and uses a dual-clutch transmission. The SEL Sport is the only gas trim with AWD.
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How do the two trims compare?
The N Line wins on power and cluster size. The SEL Sport wins on price, mpg and AWD availability.
| Spec | SEL Sport | N Line |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $29,400 | $36,300 |
| Engine | 2.5L four-cylinder | 2.5L turbo four-cylinder |
| Power | 191 hp | 290 hp |
| Torque | 181 lb-ft | 311 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 8-speed wet dual-clutch, paddles |
| Drivetrain | FWD or AWD | FWD |
| EPA MPG | 25/37/29 FWD | 23/32/27 |
| Driver cluster | 4.2 in | 12.3 in LCD |
Is the extra $6,900 worth it?
Enthusiasts will say yes. The N Line adds 99 hp and 130 lb-ft, and it loses 2 mpg combined against the FWD SEL Sport.
Drivers who merge onto I-65 daily and want quick passing power will notice the difference.
Who needs the SEL Sport instead?
Anyone who wants AWD. It is offered only on the SEL Sport, at 26 mpg combined.
Key Takeaways
- The N Line makes 290 hp; the SEL Sport 191 hp.
- The N Line costs $6,900 more.
- Only the SEL Sport offers AWD.
- The N Line gets a 12.3-inch LCD cluster.
- The SEL Sport rates 29 mpg combined in FWD.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much more is the N Line than the SEL Sport?
$6,900 at starting prices.
Is the N Line faster?
It has 99 more hp than the SEL Sport.
Does the N Line have AWD?
No, it is front-wheel drive.
Which has better mpg?
The SEL Sport FWD, at 29 combined against 27.
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