Overview
- Heavily camouflaged Bayon test mules have been photographed on Indian roads this week showing an upright crossover silhouette, high bonnet, roof rails and split lighting but large sections of the bumpers remain concealed.
- Hyundai intends to position the Bayon above the Venue and below the Creta to target buyers who want more cabin space and a premium, lifestyle‑focused design without stepping up to a midsize SUV.
- Reports from multiple outlets say India models will likely use two petrol engines—a 1.2‑litre naturally aspirated unit and a 1.0‑litre three‑cylinder turbo—with manual, iMT and seven‑speed dual‑clutch transmission options, though published power figures differ and final specs are unconfirmed.
- Many features seen on the Europe-spec Bayon, such as dual 10.25‑inch displays, wireless charging, OTA maps and ADAS functions, are cited by reporters but may be up‑ or down‑spec'd for India and are not yet confirmed by Hyundai.
- Hyundai’s move responds to a growing gap in the Indian market filled by models like the Maruti Fronx and Kia Syros and could keep buyers inside the Hyundai range; development is ongoing with a production‑ready design and final equipment expected to be fixed closer to the late‑2026 launch.