Hyundai Bayon Petrol Launch Price Rs 10 Lakh – CNG Coming Jan 2027
by Akshay Kulkarni · RushLaneHyundai Bayon arrives with manual and iVT gearbox options, a 505-litre boot and available features including dual 12.3-inch displays, ventilated seats and a panoramic sunroof.
Hyundai Motor India has launched the new Bayon at a starting price of Rs 9,99,900, ex-showroom. Manufactured in India, the SUV will also be exported to more than 50 markets. Its launch introduces a new nameplate to Hyundai’s Indian portfolio, combining a naturally aspirated petrol engine with connected technology and driver assistance features.
Bayon measures 4,245 mm in length, 1,810 mm in width and 1,605 mm in height, including roof rails. It has a 2,600 mm wheelbase and a claimed unladen ground clearance of 205 mm. It will sit below the Creta in company lineup.
Hyundai Bayon – Engine And Gearbox Options
Power comes from a 1,497cc, four-cylinder MPi petrol engine producing 115 PS at 6,300 rpm and 143.8 Nm at 4,500 rpm. Buyers can choose between a six-speed manual gearbox and an Intelligent Variable Transmission, or iVT.
The iVT version offers Dash Boost Mode, which Hyundai says improves responsiveness during overtaking, along with Sporty Drive Tech for acceleration response. Available driving features include Eco, Normal and Sport modes, a steering-mounted drive mode button and paddle shifters. Idle Stop & Go is also part of the package.
CNG Bayon has been confirmed for launch in Jan 2027. Suspension comprises McPherson struts at the front and a coupled torsion beam axle at the rear. Front disc brakes are standard, while rear drum or disc brakes are offered depending on the trim.
Dual Screens And Generative AI Assistant
A key highlight is Hyundai Motor India’s first in-built generative AI voice assistant, combining Perplexity’s intelligence with SoundHound AI’s voice technology. It supports natural-language queries about travel, weather, restaurants, news and sports. The generative AI assistant currently operates in English.
Bayon’s available Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, or ccNC, includes two 12.3-inch displays arranged in a curved panoramic layout. The navigation system uses NVIDIA technology.
Connectivity features include wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, more than 70 Bluelink functions and support for over-the-air updates across up to 19 vehicle controllers. Hyundai also lists more than 500 embedded voice commands, a Bose sound system and a three-year complimentary Bluelink subscription.
Safety And Cabin Features
Hyundai offers more than 35 safety features as standard, including six airbags, electronic stability control, hill-start assist, a rollover sensor and tyre-pressure monitoring.
Available Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS brings 23 assistance features, including Highway Driving Assist and navigation-based cruise control functions. These navigation-linked functions operate on designated expressways covered by the system’s map data. A surround-view monitor and blind-spot view monitor are also available.
Hyundai describes Bayon as engineered for five-star Indian safety standards based on internal assessment. Bayon is currently being crash tested by Bharat NCAP, safety rating is expected to be announced by Dec 2026.
Comfort equipment includes ventilated front seats, an eight-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, reclining rear seats, automatic climate control, rear AC vents and a panoramic sunroof. Wireless phone charging, USB-C ports and 60:40 split rear seats add practicality. The 505-litre boot capacity is measured using the V215 method with a tyre mobility kit.
Variants, Colours And Design
The variant lineup includes HX2, HX3, HX3+, HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10, with iVT options listed for HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10. A complete variant-wise price list is not yet revealed. Ten exterior finishes comprise six monotone colours, two dual-tone combinations and two matte options. Equipment availability varies by variant.
Exterior highlights include H-Edge LED DRLs and tail lamps, dual LED projector headlamps, roof rails and available 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. Inside, Bayon gets a black-and-olive-grey theme with available leatherette upholstery and ambient lighting.