Hyundai Motor India Limited has launched the Hyundai Bayon in India at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh, ex showroom. The new SUV comes with a 1.5 litre petrol engine, two transmission options and a range of technology and safety features, including an in car generative AI voice assistant and Level 2 advanced driver assistance systems.
The Hyundai Bayon is built on the Global K Enhanced Platform and is positioned around technology, comfort, safety and everyday usability. Hyundai has also confirmed that the SUV will be manufactured in India and exported to more than 50 international markets.
Hyundai Bayon – Exterior Design
The Hyundai Bayon features a sculpted bonnet, pronounced wheel arches and a distinctive front fascia. The lighting setup includes H Edge LED daytime running lights and dual LED projector headlamps. The rear gets H Edge LED tail lamps and a roof spoiler with a high mounted stop lamp.
Other exterior features include wraparound door cladding, bridge type roof rails and 17 inch diamond cut alloy wheels on applicable variants. The SUV measures 4,245 mm in length, 1,810 mm in width and 1,605 mm in height, including the roof rails. It has a ground clearance of 205 mm and a turning radius of 5.16 metres.
Hyundai Bayon – Interior Design and Features
The Hyundai Bayon has a wheelbase of 2,600 mm and offers 505 litres of boot space. The cabin features a black and olive grey dual tone finish, leatherette seat upholstery, a soft touch dashboard insert and ambient lighting.
Comfort and convenience features include ventilated front seats, an eight way electrically adjustable driver seat, two step reclining rear seats, automatic climate control and rear AC vents. The SUV also gets a panoramic sunroof, wireless smartphone charging, USB Type C ports, a push button start system and a 60:40 split rear seat.
One of the key features of the Hyundai Bayon is its generative AI voice assistant, which combines intelligence from Perplexity with voice technology from SoundHound AI. According to Hyundai, the system allows occupants to interact with the vehicle through natural conversations and access information related to travel, weather, hotels, restaurants, news and sports.
The SUV also gets a Connected Car Navigation Cockpit powered by NVIDIA. Its dashboard features two 12.3 inch curved panoramic displays for the infotainment system and instrument cluster.
Other technology features include more than 70 Hyundai Bluelink connected functions, over the air. Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a Bose premium sound system and three years of complimentary Bluelink subscription are also included.
Hyundai Bayon – Engine and Transmission Options
The Hyundai Bayon is powered by a four cylinder, 1.5 litre MPi petrol engine that produces 115 PS and 143.8 Nm of torque. The engine is available with a six speed manual transmission or an Intelligent Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic). Hyundai has announced a CNG variant, that will go on sale next year.
The automatic version gets Dash Boost Mode, which is designed to improve responsiveness during overtaking, along with Sporty Drive Tech for a more engaging acceleration experience. The SUV also gets Eco, Normal and Sport drive modes, steering mounted paddle shifters and Idle Stop and Go.
Hyundai states that more than six lakh vehicles equipped with this 1.5 litre petrol engine have been sold in India since 2020.
Hyundai Bayon – Safety Features
The Hyundai Bayon is equipped with Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS, which includes 23 advanced driver assistance features. The system uses cameras, radar and navigation data to assist the driver in different traffic and driving conditions. Key features include Highway Driving Assist, navigation based Smart Cruise Control, a Surround View Monitor and a Blind Spot View Monitor. The SUV also gets three radars and 12 parking sensors.
Hyundai says that the Bayon has more than 80 safety features, with over 35 offered as standard across all variants. Standard safety equipment includes six airbags, Electronic Stability Control, Hill Start Assist Control, a rollover sensor and a high line Tyre Pressure Monitoring System.
The SUV is built using a body structure that incorporates 69 per cent advanced multi grade high strength steel. Hyundai says the platform has been engineered to meet five star Indian safety standards.
Hyundai Bayon – Variants and Colours
The Hyundai Bayon is available in HX2, HX3, HX3+, HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10 variants with the manual transmission. The Intelligent Variable Transmission is offered with the HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10 variants.
Colour options include Titanium Black, Classy Blue, Atlas White, Fiery Red, Golden Bronze and Ecotronic Grey. Buyers can also choose Atlas White with a black roof, Fiery Red with a black roof, Titanium Black Matte and Classy Blue Matte.
Hyundai Bayon – Market Positioning and Rivals
The Hyundai Bayon is priced between Rs 10 lakh and Rs 18 lakh, ex showroom. It competes with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Renault Duster, Nissan Tekton, Volkswagen Taigun, Skoda Kushaq, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Tata Sierra, Citroen Aircross and Honda Elevate.
Bookings for the Hyundai Bayon are now open across Hyundai dealerships in India and through the company’s official website. Deliveries of the Hyundai Bayon are expected to begin during the Diwali season.