A new-car handover is the last chance to check that the vehicle, paperwork and agreed configuration line up before you drive away. For the Hyundai BAYON, use the exact variant and colour on your booking and invoice as the reference point. Do not rely on a verbal promise or a generic brochure image: confirm each item against the current India-market feature list and the documents issued for your car.
This is a practical checklist, not a substitute for the owner’s manual, dealer process or any inspection required by your insurer or local authority. If you notice damage, missing equipment or a document mismatch, record it with the dealership and agree on a written resolution before accepting delivery.
1. Match the car to your booking
Start with the order form and final invoice. Confirm the BAYON trim, transmission, exterior colour, interior theme and any selected option pack. The current India range includes HX 2, HX 3, HX 3+, HX 5, HX 6, HX 8 and HX 10, with manual and IVT availability depending on trim. Verify your exact combination against the latest Hyundai feature matrix; option availability can vary by variant.
Ask the advisor to demonstrate the equipment you paid for. Check the infotainment screens, camera or parking aids, lighting, seat adjustment, sunroof if fitted, and the key controls. This is a configuration check, not a test of every system under all conditions. If something is absent or behaves unexpectedly, ask the dealership to explain and note the answer on the delivery record.
2. Inspect the exterior in good light
Walk around the vehicle slowly with the salesperson. Look along the doors, bumpers, bonnet, tailgate, roof and wheel arches for scratches, dents, paint marks or uneven panel gaps. Inspect the windscreen and other glass for chips, and check that lamps and mirrors are intact. Compare the fitted wheels and tyres with the trim specification you ordered.
Check the tyre sidewalls for visible damage and confirm that the spare wheel or puncture equipment supplied with your vehicle is present. Look inside the cabin for marks, loose trim or stains. Photograph any concern with the date and ask the dealer to attach it to the handover record. A clean car can make small defects harder to see, so take your time rather than treating the inspection as a quick formality.
3. Confirm identity and paperwork
Match the vehicle identification number (VIN) on the car with the VIN printed on the invoice and delivery documents. Confirm that the registration and insurance paperwork uses the correct owner, address and vehicle details. Review the final price, taxes, accessories and any finance terms against the written quote. Do not sign a blank form or a statement saying the vehicle is defect-free if you have recorded an unresolved issue.
Collect the owner’s manual, warranty documents, service information, both keys and any accessories listed on the invoice. Ask the advisor to explain the warranty start date and scheduled maintenance requirements shown in the documents for your specific vehicle. Keep copies of the signed delivery checklist, invoice, insurance and payment receipts.
4. Learn the essentials before leaving
Ask for a short demonstration of the headlamps, wipers, climate controls, instrument display, infotainment pairing, parking brake and any driver-assistance features fitted to your trim. Confirm how to adjust the mirrors and seat, and where to find the tyre-pressure information and emergency equipment. Set up the connected services only after understanding the permissions and account steps involved.
Finally, ask which service contact to use if a warning appears after delivery, and how to arrange the first scheduled visit. The schedule and warranty terms should come from Hyundai’s documents for your car, not a generic online estimate. Our BAYON India guide and variant guide can help you cross-check the published equipment before the appointment.
A simple acceptance rule
Accept the car when its identity and agreed specification match, the inspection is satisfactory or concerns are documented with a clear resolution, and you have the required paperwork and keys. If an important discrepancy remains, pause and ask the dealer to correct it or explain the next step in writing. A careful handover creates a useful record and gives you a more confident first drive.
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