Hyundai Bayon India Launch EXCLUSIVE: Bigger than Venue, cheaper than Creta! 5 key highlights

The Hyundai Bayon: There was a time when sedans ruled the Indian roads. Hyundai made its mark with sedans like the Grand i10 and the Verna, but now is the era of the SUV. Imagine, when you think of buying a new car, do you look at the sedan? Hardly. In view of this changing preference of customers, Hyundai is constantly strengthening its SUV portfolio. Whether it is Venue or Creta, everyone has created a buzz in the market, but there is a gap between Venue and Creta. An SUV that's a little bigger than a compact, but a little smaller and affordable than a mid-size. Hyundai India is all set to launch the Bayon SUV in the Indian market. Recently, photos taken during its testing have come to light, which makes the company's intentions clear. Let's take a look at every aspect of the Hyundai Bayon through this photo gallery.

The testing phase begins... Bayon was seen running on the…
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The testing phase begins... Bayon was seen running on the streets

A fully covered SUV was recently spotted on Indian roads, sending car enthusiasts into a tizzy. Experts believe that it is none other than Hyundai's new global SUV Bayon. Even though the car was completely wrapped in camouflage, its shape and design lines clearly reflected the company's new design language. Despite the camouflage, these pictures show that the company is seriously working on this project.

Front Design - Split headlamps in the new design language
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Front Design - Split headlamps in the new design language

The front profile is clearly visible in the photo. It adopts Hyundai's new 'Sensuous Sportiness' design language. The most notable feature is the headlamp setup. Thin LED DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) at the top give the car an angry and sporty look, while the main headlight unit at the bottom is fitted into the bumper. Also the large and wide cascading grille gives the Bayon a muscular and premium front face, which will give it a distinct identity on the road.

Side profile - Sporty roof rails and body cladding
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Side profile - Sporty roof rails and body cladding

The side profile reveals its true identity. The Bayon's shape looks much longer than the Venue, which gives it a more stretched and sporty look. The roof rails on the car are clearly visible in the picture, giving it an off-roader touch. At the same time, the black body cladding on the doors and wheel arches not only protects it from scratches, but also enhances its SUV look. The diamond-cut alloy wheels will add four moons to its side profile.

Rear Design - Connected LED taillights
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Rear Design - Connected LED taillights

At the rear, the most attractive feature of this SUV is its connected LED taillights. The LED lights on both sides connect to each other to give a stylish look, which looks great at night. A lot of work has also been done on the rear bumper with a sporty tailgate design. The skid plate and sturdy looks give it the look of an off-road premium SUV.

Cabin & Interior - A glimpse of the digital instrument…
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Cabin & Interior - A glimpse of the digital instrument cluster

Though the images of the cabin have not been revealed yet, the leaked spy photos reveal a large touchscreen screen and a digital instrument cluster inside. Hyundai is known for making its cars feature-rich. Expect the Bayon's cabin to offer luxury features such as premium leatherette seats, ambient lighting and ventilated front seats.

Infotainment system - connected car technology
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Infotainment system - connected car technology

The image shows the 10.25 -inch touchscreen infotainment system, which will undoubtedly be the brain of the car. With this screen, you can control all the functions of the car. Connectivity features include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as BlueLink connected car technology. This will allow you to remotely start the car, turn on the AC and track the location.

Safety features - Level-2 ADAS
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Safety features - Level-2 ADAS

Safety is the priority of every customer, and in this case Bayon is preparing to be much stronger. It is likely to feature a Level-2 Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS). The camera and radar sensors on the front windshield are clearly visible in the picture. This system can include smart features like Front Collision Avoidance Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, and Adaptive Cruise Control to make driving safer and easier.

Engine Options - CNG
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Engine Options - CNG

Given the popularity of CNG in the Indian market, Hyundai is considering offering a factory-fitted CNG option in the Bayon. The picture is only symbolic, but it means that you might get an option of petrol and CNG as well as maybe a turbo petrol engine as well. It is expected to be powered by the 1.5 -litre petrol engine, which is also available in the Creta. It is also cheaper than CNG.

Expected Price and Competition... Who will fight?
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Expected Price and Competition... Who will fight?

Bayon's greatest strength is its positioning. It will be bigger than Venue (around ₹8-14 lakh) and smaller than Creta (around ₹11-20 lakh). It is expected to be priced between ₹10 lakh and ₹16 lakh. It rivals the likes of the Maruti Vitara Brezza, Volkswagen Taigun, Toyota Urban Cruiser and the Skoda Kushaq. However, Bayon can offer a different competition with the CNG option.

Launch Timeline: When will it be launched in India?
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Launch Timeline: When will it be launched in India?

Hyundai has not yet confirmed the official launch date of the Bayon. However, it is clear from the car's appearance during testing that the company's project is in the final stages. It is expected to be launched in the Indian market in late 2025 or early 2026 It will be interesting to see how the company takes on the Indian SUV market with the launch of this SUV.