Hyundai Bayon Bets Big On Technology To Continue Leadership In C-SUV Space (Press Release)

Here's what Hyundai Motor India have to say about the announcement:

Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) launched the Hyundai Bayon, an Intelligent Utility Vehicle engineered around the philosophy of “Intelligence That Moves,” at a starting price of INR 9 99 900 (ex-showroom). Designed for modern customers who seek a seamless blend of innovation, technology and everyday versatility, Hyundai Bayon combines future-ready connectivity, advanced safety systems, premium comfort and powerful performance to deliver a truly intelligent mobility experience.

Commenting on the launch of Hyundai Bayon, Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said:

“The launch of Hyundai Bayon marks the beginning of Hyundai's next golden product cycle in India. Bayon is far more than a new SUV; it is a symbol of our commitment to delivering intelligent, future-ready mobility solutions that resonate with the aspirations of Indian customers. Built around our philosophy of ‘Intelligence That Moves,’ Bayon brings together meaningful innovation, advanced safety, intuitive technology and modern design in a way that enhances everyday life. As HMIL's first SUV with an in-built Generative AI Voice Assistant and Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS, Bayon represents a new benchmark for intelligent mobility. Manufactured in India, Hyundai Bayon will also be exported to more than 50 markets globally, reinforcing India's growing role as a strategic manufacturing and export hub for Hyundai. We are confident that Bayon will strengthen Hyundai's leadership in innovation and become a highly desirable choice for customers seeking a smarter, safer and more connected driving experience.”

Developed around five customer-centric pillars – INTELLIGENCE ON, SAFETY ON, COMFORT ON, PERFORMANCE ON and STYLE ON – Hyundai Bayon has been crafted to deliver an intuitive and connected mobility experience that adapts to the evolving expectations of Indian customers.

How Does INTELLIGENCE ON Redefine the Driving Experience in Hyundai Bayon?

INTELLIGENCE ON places AI, connectivity and digital convenience at the heart of the Hyundai Bayon ownership experience.

HMIL’s first-ever Generative AI Voice Assistant, featuring Intelligence by Perplexity and Voice AI powered by SoundHound AI, enables customers to interact with the vehicle through seamless and natural conversations. The system can provide real-time information and intelligent assistance across areas such as travel itineraries, weather, hotels, restaurants, news and sports, creating a more intuitive relationship between the customer and the vehicle.

Accelerated by NVIDIA, the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit brings together advanced graphics, navigation, connected services and intuitive controls. Together with the 62.5 cm (12.3” + 12.3”) curved panoramic displays, it creates an immersive user experience.

Hyundai Bayon further enhances the connected experience through:

• More than 70 Hyundai Bluelink connected features.
• Up to 19 controllers for Over-the-Air (C-OTA) vehicle updates.
• More than 500 embedded voice commands.
• Multi-language interfaces supporting 10 regional and 2 international languages.
• Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
• Bose Premium Sound system.
• Three years of complimentary Hyundai Bluelink subscription.

Together, these technologies create an intelligent ecosystem that is connected, intuitive and designed to evolve with changing customer needs.

How Does SAFETY ON Inspire Confidence Across Every Journey in Hyundai Bayon?

SAFETY ON represents Hyundai Bayon’s holistic approach to safety, integrating robust structural engineering, advanced driver assistance technologies and an extensive range of active and passive safety features.

Built on the Global K Enhanced Platform, Hyundai Bayon is engineered for 5-Star Indian Safety Standards. Its Super-Strong Body Structure is engineered with 69% Advanced Multi- Grade High-Strength Steel, integrating Hot Stamping (HS), Ultra High Strength Steel (UHSS), Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) and High Strength Steel (HSS) to enhance structural rigidity, crash-energy management and occupant protection.

Hyundai Bayon offers more than 80 advanced safety features, including Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS with 23 advanced driver assistance features. Its intelligent safety ecosystem combines camera, radar and navigation-based technologies to support the driver across city roads, highways, junctions and parking situations. Hyundai Bayon’s key safety highlights include:

• Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS – Highway Driving Intelligence with 23 advanced driver assistance features with 3 radars and 12 parking sensors
• Highway Driving Assist (HDA).
• Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control Zone (NSCC-Z)
• Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C)
• Surround View Monitor (SVM) and Blind-spot View Monitor (BVM)
• All-wheel disc brakes

With more than 35 safety features offered as standard across all variants, including Six Airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Hill-start Assist Control (HAC), Roll Over Sensor, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – High, among others, Hyundai Bayon extends essential safety and driving-confidence technologies across its range.

How does COMFORT ON Elevate Every Journey in Hyundai Bayon?

COMFORT ON transforms the Hyundai Bayon cabin into a spacious, refined and thoughtfully equipped environment designed around the needs of every occupant.

A long wheelbase of 2,600 mm enables intelligent cabin packaging and generous headroom, legroom and shoulder room across both rows. Wider sculpted ergonomic seats with enhanced bolstering and superior under-thigh support contribute to a comfortable seating experience, while the intelligently crafted cabin creates a relaxed environment for everyday commuting and longer journeys.

Hyundai Bayon’s Premium comfort and convenience features include:

• Front-row ventilated seats.
• Electric 8-way adjustable driver seat.
• Two-step rear reclining seats.
• Fully automatic temperature control.
• Rear AC vents.
• Panoramic sunroof.
• Sliding front console armrest.
• Rear centre armrest with cupholders.
• Smartphone wireless charger.
• Type-C USB charging ports.
• Smart key with push-button start.
• 60:40 split rear seats.

Hyundai Bayon also offers 505 litres of boot space, providing the flexibility required for daily use, family travel and weekend journeys. Together, its spacious packaging and thoughtfully curated features deliver comfort and practicality without compromising its premium character.

How Does PERFORMANCE ON Enhance Everyday Driving Confidence in Hyundai Bayon?

PERFORMANCE ON combines Hyundai’s proven engineering with intelligent transmission technologies and driver-focused controls to create a refined, responsive and engaging driving experience.

Hyundai Bayon is powered by Hyundai’s four-cylinder 1.5L MPi petrol engine, producing 84.4kW (115PS) of maximum power and 143.8Nm (14.7kgm) of maximum torque. With more than six lakh Hyundai vehicles powered by this engine sold in India since 2020, the powertrain brings established customer acceptance and a proven record of refinement and reliability.

Customers can choose between a 6-speed Manual Transmission and Hyundai’s Intelligent Variable Transmission (iVT), allowing them to select a driving experience suited to their preferences.

The iVT-equipped variants offer:

• Dash Boost Mode: Provides an instant power boost and enhanced responsiveness during overtaking manoeuvres.
• Sporty Drive Tech: Engineered to provide a sportier and more engaging acceleration experience.

Other driving features include:

• Selectable Eco, Normal and Sport drive modes, with a steering-mounted Drive Mode button.
• Paddle shifters.
• Idle Stop & Go (ISG).

Whether navigating congested urban roads or cruising on highways, Hyundai Bayon is engineered to deliver proven power, intelligent control and everyday driving confidence.

How Does STYLE ON Give Hyundai Bayon Its Distinctive SUV Identity?

STYLE ON gives Hyundai Bayon a bold, youthful and modern SUV character through its upright stance, precise surfaces, defined character lines and balanced architectural proportions.

At the front, the Sculpted Bonnet Design, pronounced fenders and Futuristic Front Fascia create a confident first impression. Signature H-Edge LED DRLs paired with high-intensity dual LED projector headlamps reinforce its distinctive visual identity.

The side profile combines Geometric Wheel Arches, Wrap-around Door Cladding, Bridge-Type Roof Rails and R17 diamond-cut alloy wheels to create a dynamic and robust SUV presence. At the rear, Signature H-Edge LED Tail Lamps, a sporty spoiler with a vertical aerolight High Mounted Stop Lamp and a spread-type emblem add visual width and premium appeal.

Inside, Hyundai Bayon features a contemporary and thoughtfully crafted cabin that blends sophistication with functionality. The interior is finished in a distinctive dual-tone Black and Olive Grey theme and incorporates a modern cascade-flow centre console, premium leatherette seat upholstery and a soft-touch crashpad insert that elevate the sense of quality and refinement. Enhancing the ambience further are ambient lighting elements integrated into the crashpad and door pockets, while the two-tone D-cut steering wheel and Dual Curved Panoramic Displays create a futuristic, driver-focused cockpit experience.

Enhancing the ambience further are ambient lighting elements integrated into the crashpad and door pockets, while the two-tone D-cut steering wheel and dual curved panoramic displays create a futuristic, driver-focused cockpit experience.

With a length of 4,245mm, width of 1,810mm, height of 1,605mm with roof rails, 205mm ground clearance and a turning radius of 5.16 metres, Hyundai Bayon combines a strong road presence, enhanced confidence over varying road conditions and ease of manoeuvrability in urban environments.

What are the Technical Specifications of Hyundai Bayon?

Technical specification notes from HMIL:

• Vehicle height is measured with roof rails.
• Rear brake type varies by trim level.
• The spare wheel specification applies to all variants except the 1.5L petrol HX2.
• A tyre mobility kit (TMK) is available for the 1.5L petrol HX2 variant.

What Variants and Colour Options are Available with Hyundai Bayon?

Hyundai Bayon will be offered in multiple variants with a choice of 6-speed Manual Transmission and Intelligent Variable Transmission (iVT), enabling customers to select a configuration aligned with their lifestyle, feature preferences and driving requirements.

Hyundai Bayon will be available in 10 exterior colour options in Monotone, Matte and Dual tone, including:

With Hyundai Bayon, HMIL is not merely introducing a new SUV, but establishing a new category of mobility where technology works seamlessly in the background to enhance convenience, confidence and everyday driving experiences. Hyundai Bayon represents Hyundai's next leap forward in delivering customer-centric innovation for India.

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