Updated comparison after BAYON pricing
The India-spec BAYON launched at a starting ex-showroom price of ₹9,99,900. Hyundai positions it within its India SUV range between the Venue and the Creta. Its confirmed size is 4,245 mm long, 1,810 mm wide and 1,605 mm tall with roof rails, with a 2,600 mm wheelbase and 505-litre boot. It uses a 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine producing 115 PS and 143.8 Nm, with a six-speed manual or selected-trim iVT.
That gives buyers a firmer basis for comparison than the pre-launch assumptions in the original article. The BAYON is larger than the sub-four-metre Venue by published length, while the Creta remains a different model with its own price and equipment range. A buyer should compare current official prices for the exact city and version; the BAYON’s starting price cannot be treated as the price of every trim, and it is not an on-road figure.
Choose the comparison by what matters most. For urban use, check overall length, turning circle, parking aids and visibility. For family use, try the rear seat and bring representative luggage to test the boot. For highway use, compare the available engine/gearbox combinations and driver assistance on the exact trim. The BAYON offers manual gearboxes throughout its listed HX range and iVT on HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10.
Equipment can change the value calculation more than a small difference in headline price. Compare the version with the camera, climate controls, safety systems, connected services and seat adjustment you actually want. A like-for-like test drive is more useful than comparing one car’s entry trim with another’s top trim. Ask the dealer for an itemized on-road quote for each option. See our BAYON specifications guide for the confirmed India figures.
Archive note: pre-launch price and equipment assumptions below have been superseded by the announced starting price and final trim list.
Pre-launch archive
Hyundai's SUV range has a clear gap between the sub-4-metre Venue and the midsize Creta. The new Bayon is designed to fill it.
Quick Answer
The Bayon is about 4.2 metres long, longer than the Venue and shorter than the Creta. It is expected to be priced between the two, with a 1.5-litre petrol engine that reports suggest is shared with the Creta.
Bayon vs Creta vs Venue At A Glance
| Point | Venue | Bayon | Creta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Segment | Sub-4-metre compact SUV | C-segment SUV | Midsize SUV |
| Length | Under 4 metres | About 4.2 metres | Longer than the Bayon |
| Expected price position | Lowest of the three | Between Venue and Creta | Highest of the three |
| Engine (Bayon) | n/a | 1.5 petrol, 115 PS, 144 Nm | Multiple engines |
| Gearbox (Bayon) | n/a | 6-speed manual, CVT | Multiple options |
Who Should Consider The Bayon?
- Venue owners who want more space without stepping up to the Creta's price
- Buyers looking at midsize SUVs who want a lower entry price
- Families who want more rear-seat and boot room than a sub-4-metre SUV
- People who want connected-car technology and a large dual-screen dashboard
Who Should Stay With The Creta Or Venue?
- Buy the Creta if you want the largest Hyundai SUV in this range and a wider choice of engines.
- Buy the Venue if you want the smallest footprint and the lowest price.
Why The Gap Existed
Rivals such as Maruti Suzuki and Toyota offer two midsize SUVs, so Hyundai's Bayon gives it a more complete line-up between compact and midsize.
Quick FAQs
Is the Bayon bigger than the Venue? Yes.
Is it smaller than the Creta? Yes.
Will the Bayon replace either? No, it is positioned between them.
Final Word
The Bayon gives Hyundai a new rung on its SUV ladder. Compare the final prices of all three after launch.
Handy tools: Car On-Road Price Calculator
Comparisons use expected figures. Final specifications are confirmed at launch.
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