Hyundai has undoubtedly dominated the midsize SUV scene for several years courtesy of the Creta. Adding more to the flavour, the brand has now brought in the all-new Bayon which bridges the gap between Venue and Creta. The South Korean auto major wants to consolidate the midsize SUV segment’s leadership further with combined yearly sales of over 2.5 lakh units with the Creta and Bayon.
As you already know, the Creta is packed with features and technologies, and the Bayon follows the same route as it emphasises modern tech, connectivity, comfort, convenience and safety. The company has today launched the Bayon for a starting price of Rs. 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom) and is available in a total of seven trims namely HX2, HX3, HX3+, HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10.
As for the exterior, it boasts sleek LED DRLs, dual LED projector headlamps, geometric wheel arches, wrap-around cladding, bridge-type roof rails and H-Edge LED tail lamps. Hyundai offers 10 paint choices – Titanium Black, Classy Blue, Atlas White, Fiery Red, Golden Bronze and Ecotronic Grey make up the six single-tone choices supplemented by two black-roof combinations and two matte colours.
| Dimension | Hyundai Bayon |
|---|---|
| Length | 4,245 mm |
| Width | 1,810 mm |
| Height | 1,605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,600 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 205 mm |
| Turning Radius | 5.16 metres |
| Boot Space | 505 litres |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 litres |
The six-speed manual is offered across the lineup while the iVT options start from HX5. Hyundai will also export the India-made SUV to more than 50 international markets, and dimensions put the Bayon at 4,245 mm long, 1,810 mm wide and 1,605 mm tall when fitted with roof rails. The wheelbase measures 2,600 mm, ground clearance stands at 205 mm and turning radius is 5.16 metres.
In addition, the luggage capacity is rated at 505 litres and the fuel tank holds 43 litres. Wheel options comprise 16-inch steel, 17-inch styled steel and 17-inch diamond-cut alloy rims. Safety equipment is brimmed as well as Hyundai provides more than 80 features and over 35 standard items across all trims including six airbags, ESC, hill-start assist, rollover sensor and high-line TPMS.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1,497 cc, 4-cylinder, 1.5L MPi petrol |
| Max Power | 115 PS at 6,300 rpm |
| Max Torque | 143.8 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Manual Transmission | 6-speed MT |
| Automatic Transmission | iVT |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Normal, Sport |
| iVT Features | Dash Boost Mode, Sporty Drive Tech, Paddle Shifters |
| Idle Stop & Go | Yes |
Top-spec versions get SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS incorporating 23 driver assist functions, three radars and 12 parking sensors. Highway Driving Assist, navigation-based cruise control, Surround View Monitor, Blind-spot View Monitor and all-wheel disc brakes are also on offer. On the inside, the cabin gets two 12.3-inch curved panoramic displays and Hyundai’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit powered by NVIDIA hardware.
More than 70 Bluelink functions, controller OTA updates for up to 19 vehicle controllers and over 500 embedded voice commands are supported. Hyundai has also introduced its first India-spec Generative AI Voice Assistant backed by Perplexity and SoundHound AI. Meanwhile, Wireless Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bose audio are offered on selected trims.
A naturally aspirated 1,497 cc four-cylinder MPi petrol engine develops 115 PS at 6,300 rpm and 143.8 Nm at 4,500 rpm. Transmission choices comprise a six-speed manual and Intelligent Variable Transmission. The iVT versions get Dash Boost Mode, Sporty Drive Tech, paddle shifters and Eco, Normal and Sport drive modes. Idle Stop and Go is also available to improve fuel economy.
As for the equipment list, ventilated front seats, an eight-way powered driver seat, two-step reclining rear seats, automatic climate control, rear AC vents and a panoramic sunroof are present. Hyundai also offers wireless phone charging, C-type USB ports, a sliding front armrest, rear centre armrest and 60:40 split rear seats. The cabin receives Black and Olive Grey trim, leatherette upholstery and ambient lighting.
