Updated answers after the October 2026 launch
The Hyundai BAYON launched in India on October 26, 2026. Its announced starting price is ₹9,99,900 ex-showroom, and the booking amount published by Hyundai is ₹11,000 through its official website or authorised dealers. The vehicle uses a 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine producing 115 PS and 143.8 Nm, with a six-speed manual or an iVT on selected trims. Hyundai lists HX2, HX3, HX3+, HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10.
The iVT is listed for HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10; HX2, HX3 and HX3+ are manual-only. The published India dimensions are 4,245 mm long, 1,810 mm wide, 1,605 mm high with roof rails and 2,600 mm wheelbase. Hyundai quotes 505 litres of boot capacity by the VDA 215 method with the tyre mobility kit. A 43-litre fuel tank is listed in its technical information.
Questions about mileage, individual city on-road prices, delivery timelines and exact trim equipment require current confirmation. The launch materials do not provide a certified mileage figure or a complete national on-road price because registration and insurance vary. For the same reason, a booking receipt should be checked for the variant, terms and delivery estimate rather than relying on a verbal assurance.
Hyundai says the BAYON is engineered for “5-star Indian safety standards”; that wording is a manufacturer claim and should not be presented as an independent crash-test rating. Safety equipment and advanced driver assistance vary by trim. The full version of this FAQ retains the original pre-launch questions for context; use the answers in this update as the current reference and see our specification guide for more detail.
Archive note: pre-launch prices and predictions in the original FAQ are superseded.
Pre-launch archive
Here are quick, clear answers to the most common questions about the new Hyundai Bayon.
Launch And Booking
1. When is the Hyundai Bayon launch date? 26 October 2026.
2. Are bookings open? Yes, online and at authorised dealerships.
3. What is the booking amount? Rs 11,000.
4. Where can I book? On the Hyundai India website or at a dealer.
Price
5. What is the Hyundai Bayon price? Not announced. Estimates suggest about Rs 9 lakh to Rs 14 lakh.
6. Will the Bayon be cheaper than the Creta? Expected to be.
7. Will it be costlier than the Venue? Expected to be.
Engine And Performance
8. What engine does the Bayon have? A 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol.
9. What is the power output? 115 PS.
10. What is the torque? 144 Nm.
11. What gearbox options are offered? 6-speed manual and CVT automatic.
12. What is the mileage? Not announced.
13. Is there a CNG version? Possible later, not confirmed.
14. Is there a diesel? No diesel has been reported.
Size And Segment
15. How long is the Bayon? About 4.2 metres.
16. What segment is it in? Hyundai calls it a C-segment SUV.
17. Where does it fit in the line-up? Between the Venue and the Creta.
Features
18. Does it have a sunroof? Expected.
19. Does it have ADAS? Expected, with radar units reported.
20. How many airbags? Six are expected.
21. What screens does it have? Dual 12.3-inch curved displays.
22. Does it have an AI voice assistant? Yes, a generative AI assistant is confirmed.
23. Does it have connected features? Yes, Hyundai Bluelink with more than 70 features.
Rivals And Colour
24. Who are its rivals? Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Grand Vitara, Toyota Hyryder, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, VW Taigun, Honda Elevate and Renault Duster.
25. What colour was shown? Red in the official images.
Final Word
Check back after the 26 October launch for official prices, variants and mileage. Use the calculators below to plan your budget.
Handy tools: Car On-Road Price Calculator · Fuel Cost Calculator
Details marked as expected are not confirmed and may change at launch.
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