Launch update: the reveal is now a completed launch
Hyundai Motor India launched the BAYON on October 26, 2026, at a starting ex-showroom price of ₹9,99,900. The company says the vehicle is manufactured in India and that it will be exported to more than 50 markets. That export statement is a company plan announced at launch; it should not be mistaken for a report that exports to every destination have already begun.
The India BAYON is positioned around five customer themes Hyundai calls Intelligence On, Safety On, Comfort On, Performance On and Style On. The confirmed powertrain is a 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine with 115 PS and 143.8 Nm, paired with a six-speed manual or selected-trim iVT. The seven trims are HX2, HX3, HX3+, HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10. Hyundai’s launch communication also highlights its first India generative-AI voice assistant, dual 12.3-inch displays, Bluelink connected services and a top-variant SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS package.
For industry readers, the export plan places the BAYON within Hyundai’s India manufacturing and export strategy. The announcement alone does not specify the destination-country homologation timeline, export volumes or the exact equipment configuration for each market. Those details should be confirmed from future Hyundai notices rather than inferred from the Indian product sheet.
The starting price is a headline ex-showroom figure, not the transaction or on-road cost for every buyer. Variant, gearbox, city taxes, registration and insurance change the final quote. A buyer should use the published India specifications for the local model and avoid transferring details from European BAYON generations. For the buyer-facing breakdown, read our India BAYON specifications guide.
Archive note: the earlier pre-launch framing below is retained for context; launch timing and expected-price estimates have been superseded.
Pre-launch archive
Hyundai has revealed the Bayon ahead of its India launch on 26 October 2026, and bookings are already open. It is a new C-segment SUV that sits between the sub-4-metre Venue and the Creta in Hyundai's India line-up. This guide collects everything known so far about the new Hyundai Bayon, from launch date and expected price to engine, features, safety, design and rivals.
Quick Answer
The Hyundai Bayon launch date in India is 26 October 2026. You can book it online through the Hyundai India website or at an authorised dealership with a token amount of Rs 11,000. It is about 4.2 metres long, uses a 1.5-litre petrol engine (115 PS, 144 Nm) with a 6-speed manual or CVT automatic, and is expected to be priced at roughly Rs 9 lakh to Rs 14 lakh (ex-showroom). Official prices will be announced at launch.
Hyundai Bayon Key Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Launch date | 26 October 2026 |
| Bookings | Open online and at dealerships |
| Booking amount | Rs 11,000 |
| Segment | C-segment SUV, described by Hyundai as an "Intelligent Utility Vehicle" |
| Length | About 4.2 metres |
| Engine | 1.5-litre naturally aspirated four-cylinder petrol |
| Power and torque | 115 PS and 144 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual or CVT automatic |
| Displays | Dual 12.3-inch curved screens |
| Connected tech | Bluelink with 70+ features, over-the-air updates, generative AI voice assistant |
| Expected price | About Rs 9 lakh to Rs 14 lakh (ex-showroom, estimate) |
| Expected rivals | Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Kia Seltos, Skoda Kushaq, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, Renault Duster |
Where Does The Bayon Fit In Hyundai's Line-Up?
The Bayon is positioned between the Venue and the Creta. At around 4.2 metres, it is longer than the sub-4-metre Venue, which gives it more room, but it is smaller than the Creta. Reports suggest it also fills a gap Hyundai had in the popular midsize SUV space, where rivals such as the Maruti Suzuki Victoris and Grand Vitara compete.
Design In Brief
The front has slim horizontal LED DRLs joined by a dark strip, with the main headlamps placed lower in the bumper for a split-headlamp look. The side shows pronounced wheel-arch cladding, black lower cladding, dual-tone alloy wheels, roof rails and a rising window line. The rear has slim LED tail lamps, "BAYON" lettering across the tailgate, a roof spoiler with a stop lamp and a shark-fin antenna.
Technology In Brief
- Dual 12.3-inch curved displays for the instrument cluster and infotainment
- Hyundai's generative AI voice assistant
- Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) with online navigation and split-screen
- Over-the-air (OTA) updates covering up to 19 vehicle controllers
- Hyundai Bluelink with more than 70 connected features
- Support for 10 regional and two international languages
- 500+ embedded voice commands in English, Hindi, Hinglish, Tamil, Bengali and Telugu, with several working offline
Expected Safety And Comfort Features
These features are expected, not officially confirmed:
- Six airbags, ADAS with front and rear radars, a 360-degree camera, TPMS
- Sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Bose sound system, 17-inch alloy wheels, electronic parking brake with auto hold
What We Don't Know Yet
Variant-wise prices, official mileage figures, full dimensions, boot space and colour options will be revealed at or after launch. A CNG version is speculated but not confirmed.
Quick FAQs
When will the Hyundai Bayon launch in India? On 26 October 2026.
What is the Hyundai Bayon booking amount? Rs 11,000.
What is the Hyundai Bayon price? Not announced yet. Estimates suggest about Rs 9 lakh to Rs 14 lakh.
Does the Bayon have a sunroof? One is expected, though Hyundai has not confirmed the variant list.
Is the Hyundai Bayon petrol or diesel? Petrol. A diesel has not been reported.
Final Word
The Hyundai Bayon looks set to be one of the most talked-about launches of the festive season. Once prices are announced, use the on-road price calculator to see what it will cost in your city.
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Prices and features marked as expected are estimates and may change at launch.
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