Hyundai BAYON Set for October 26 Launch; Bookings Open at ₹11,000

New Delhi, October 25: Hyundai Motor India was preparing to launch its BAYON SUV on October 26, with bookings already open for ₹11,000 through the company’s website and authorised dealerships, according to a report published by The Economic Times on October 23.

As of October 25, the company had not announced the vehicle’s final prices. Deliveries were expected to begin during the festive season, with the detailed schedule to be communicated at launch.

1.5-Litre Petrol Engine and Two Transmission Options

The India-spec BAYON was announced with a four-cylinder, 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine producing 115 PS of maximum power and 143.8 Nm of torque.

The SUV was expected to offer a six-speed manual transmission and an Intelligent Variable Transmission (iVT) automatic option.

Automatic Variant to Offer Driving Modes

The automatic version was set to feature Dash Boost Mode for improved acceleration response during overtaking, along with Sporty Drive Tech. Paddle shifters and Eco, Normal and Sport driving modes were also listed among the announced features.

Hyundai said more than six lakh vehicles equipped with the same 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine had been sold in India since 2020. Variant-wise details and pricing were expected to be clarified at the launch.

What Buyers Should Check

Before booking or making a purchase decision, buyers should compare the final ex-showroom price, on-road price, variant-wise safety equipment, warranty, fuel efficiency and delivery timelines. The booking amount alone does not indicate the vehicle’s final cost or availability.

Market Perspective

The BAYON’s positioning will depend heavily on its final pricing and equipment package in a competitive SUV market. Buyers should compare it with similarly priced models based on practical ownership costs, safety features and service coverage rather than relying only on launch-day technology claims.