Hyundai Motor India has launched the Hyundai BAYON at a starting price of Rs 9.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The new SUV features a petrol engine, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and a range of connected-car technologies. It also introduces Hyundai’s first generative AI voice assistant in India.
Engine and Performance
The Hyundai BAYON is powered by a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder MPi petrol engine that produces 115 PS of power and 143.8 Nm of torque. Buyers can choose between a six-speed manual transmission and an Intelligent Variable Transmission (iVT).
The iVT variant also gets Dash Boost Mode for improved responsiveness during overtaking. Additionally, the SUV offers Eco, Normal and Sport drive modes, paddle shifters and Idle Stop & Go technology.
AI Features and Connectivity
One of the key features of the Hyundai BAYON is its generative AI voice assistant, which combines Perplexity’s intelligence with voice AI powered by SoundHound AI. It lets users ask questions and access information on weather, travel, hotels, restaurants, news, and sports through natural conversation.
The SUV also features Hyundai’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, accelerated by NVIDIA technology. It includes two 12.3-inch curved panoramic displays and more than 70 Hyundai Bluelink connected features. Other features include over-the-air vehicle updates, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, more than 500 embedded voice commands and a Bose premium sound system.
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Interior and Comfort
Inside, the Hyundai BAYON has a dual-tone Black and Olive Grey cabin with leatherette seat upholstery, ambient lighting and a two-tone D-cut steering wheel. The SUV also gets front ventilated seats, an eight-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, rear AC vents and a panoramic sunroof.
Other features include wireless smartphone charging, USB Type-C ports, a push-button start system and reclining rear seats. The SUV offers 505 litres of boot space, while its 2,600 mm wheelbase is designed to provide additional room for occupants.
Design and Dimensions
The Hyundai BAYON features an upright SUV design with a sculpted bonnet, geometric wheel arches and bridge-type roof rails. Its exterior highlights include H-Edge LED daytime running lights, dual LED projector headlamps, LED tail lamps and 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels.
The SUV is 4,245 mm long, 1,810 mm wide and 1,605 mm tall, including the roof rails.
The SUV will be available in 10 exterior colour options, including Titanium Black, Classy Blue, Atlas White, Fiery Red, Golden Bronze and Ecotronic Grey. Dual-tone options with a black roof and matte finishes will also be offered.