New Bayon is available in seven trims, with AI-powered features and ADAS offered exclusively on the top trim
As Bayon’s 26 October launch date approaches, more information is emerging from both official and unofficial channels. Car Duniya has now revealed the full variant list of the new Bayon and the variant-wise features. While the information is not official, it offers some useful insights for those planning to acquire a Bayon.
Hyundai Bayon – Dimensions, variants
Positioned between the Venue and Creta, Hyundai Bayon is 4,245 mm long, 1,810 mm wide and 1,605 mm tall (with roof rails). It has a wheelbase of 2,600 mm. Turning radius is 5.16 metres, whereas ground clearance is 205 mm. Bayon can carry 43 litres of fuel and has a 505-litre boot space.
Trim levels are HX2, HX3, HX3+, HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10. It is already known that Bayon will be using a 1.5-litre four-cylinder MPI petrol engine that generates 115 PS and 143.8 Nm of torque.
Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and an iVT automatic. HX2, HX3 and HX3+ are available with only the 6MT transmission. Above these, the HX5, HX6, HX8 and HX10 have both 6MT and iVT options.
Hyundai Bayon Base HX2 Variant
Bayon HX2 base variant has R16 steel wheels with full wheel covers. Other highlights include LED projector headlamps, H-style LED DRLs and tail lamps, and a shark fin antenna.
Inside, the base variant does not get any infotainment system. A 4.2-inch TFT cluster has been provided. Bayon HX2 has manual AC, rear AC vents, electrically adjustable ORVMs, and D-cut steering wheel with tilt and telescopic adjustment.
Also available are features like height adjustable driver’s seat, Type C port at front and rear and all-4 power windows. It is already known that Bayon will have 35 safety features as standard across all variants.
These include 6 airbags, hill start assist control, electronic stability control and vehicle stability management. Also, tyre pressure monitoring system, roll over sensor, headlamp escort function and burglar alarm.
Hyundai Bayon HX3 And HX3+ – Touchscreen And Sunroof
Moving up to HX3 brings a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system with four speakers and two tweeters. The slide also lists a rear camera, Driver Rear View Monitor, smart key and push-button start.
HX3+ introduces an electric sunroof, bridge-type roof rails and 17-inch styled wheels. Both HX3 and HX3+ are listed exclusively with the six-speed manual gearbox. The leaked feature breakdown therefore points to two sunroof choices within the lineup, with the larger panoramic unit appearing further up the range.
HX5, HX6, HX8 (6MT + iVT)
HX5 is the base iVT variant of Bayon. Tech package includes OTA updates, Bluelink connectivity suite with over 70 features, wireless charger and cruise control. This variant has auto headlamps, rear defogger, fully automatic temperature control and electrically folding ORVMs. Dual-tone exterior and interior themes are available. HX5 iVT gets exclusive features such as dash boost mode, paddle shifters and drive modes of Eco, Sport and Normal.
Moving up, the HX6 variant gains a panoramic sunroof, sliding front armrest, rear wiper and washer, luggage lamp and dual LED projector headlamps. It also has puddle lamps, R17 diamond cut alloys, ambient lighting and leatherette steering wheel and gear knob.
Next is HX8, which has additional features like front and side parking sensors, rear disc brakes, dashcam and 8-way power driver’s seat. It has leatherette seats, front ventilated seats, rear height adjustable headrests, rear armrest, 60:40 split seats and 2-step recline rear seats. The HX8 iVT variant gets an electronic parking brake.
Bayon top-spec HX10
All the advanced tech features and premium equipment are being offered exclusively with the top trim. Key highlights include generative AI, powered by Perplexity and SoundHound AI. Users can talk to the AI like another human, issue commands and find any information they need. Bayon HX10 has a dual curved screen setup, comprising a 12.3-inch infotainment and a 12.3-inch instrument cluster.
Other highlights include an 8-speaker Bose audio system, 360° camera, blind view monitor, electronic parking brake (both MT+iVT), and an electrochromic mirror. Hyundai is offering ADAS Level 2 Pro with 23 features. The ADAS system is powered by 3 radars and 12 sensors. HX10 iVT variant gets exclusive features like smart cruise control and NVIDIA-accelerated Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC).
Hyundai will announce the prices for Bayon on the launch date. The base variant could be offered at a starting price of around Rs 9.5 lakh. Top-spec HX10 could be offered at around Rs 17 lakh.
