Hyundai BAYON launched in India at starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh

Hyundai Motor India has launched the BAYON at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). Powered by a 1.5L petrol engine, the utility vehicle introduces a Generative AI voice assistant, Level 2 ADAS, and connected car technology

Hyderabad: Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) on Monday launched its new utility vehicle, the Hyundai BAYON, in the Indian market with prices starting at Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom).

The vehicle marks HMIL’s first model equipped with an in-built Generative AI voice assistant. Developed using technology from Perplexity and SoundHound AI, the system supports natural language interaction for real-time information such as travel itineraries, weather updates, and news.

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Speaking at the launch, HMIL Managing Director and CEO Tarun Garg stated that the BAYON signals the start of the automaker’s next product cycle in the country. He added that the model will be manufactured in India and exported to over 50 global markets.

The BAYON is powered by Hyundai’s 1.5-litre four-cylinder MPi petrol engine, which delivers 115 PS of power and 143.8 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose between a 6-speed manual transmission and an Intelligent Variable Transmission (iVT).

Built on the Global K Enhanced Platform, the vehicle comes with more than 80 safety features. Standard equipment across all variants includes six airbags, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and Hill-start Assist Control (HAC). Higher variants feature the Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS suite, incorporating 23 driver-assistance functions supported by camera and radar systems.

Inside, the cabin features a dual-curved 12.3-inch panoramic display powered by NVIDIA graphics, integrated with Hyundai’s Bluelink connected car system. The vehicle measures 4,245 mm in length, offers a 2,600 mm wheelbase, a boot capacity of 505 litres, and a ground clearance of 205 mm.

The BAYON will be available in multiple trims across manual and automatic options, alongside 10 exterior colour choices including monotone, dual-tone, and matte finishes.