Hyundai has confirmed the new Bayon will get 35 safety features as standard, along with Level 2 ADAS on the top trims. The 1.5-litre MPi petrol has also been confirmed.
Hyundai Motor India has revealed new details about the upcoming Bayon compact SUV, ahead of its launch on October 26, 2026. The all-new Hyundai Bayon will be positioned between the Venue and Creta, and the automaker has revealed key details regarding the safety, powertrain, and colour options. Hyundai has confirmed the new Bayon will get 35 safety features as standard, along with Level 2 ADAS on the top trims. The 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine has been confirmed. Bookings for the Bayon are open for a token of ₹11,000, while deliveries will begin soon after the launch.
Powering the Hyundai Bayon will be the 1.5-litre MPi petrol engine tuned for 113 bhp and 143.8 Nm of peak torque, paired with a 6-speed manual or Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) automatic. Both will send power to the front wheels. This will be the sole engine available at the time of launch on the SUV.
The Bayon is underpinned by the Global K Enhanced Platform, which the company says has been engineered to meet the Indian five-star safety standards. The SUV uses hot-stamped components in its construction on the front apron, dashboard, rear floor, and side reinforcements. The hot-stamped rear-floor side members enhance rear-impact protection, while the dual-box construction, multiple load paths and ring-type structure help absorb and distribute impact energy, strengthen structural integrity and reduce the risk of cabin intrusion.
The Bayon uses multiple grade steels across its body structure. This includes 69 per cent Advanced Multi-Grade High-Strength Steel, integrating Hot Stamping (HS), Ultra High Strength Steel (UHSS), Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) and High Strength Steel (HSS) for higher structural rigidity.
In terms of safety, the Bayon will come with 80 advanced safety features with over 35 safety features as standard. The SUV will get Level 2 ADAS with 23 advanced driver assistance functions, 3 radars and 12 parking sensors; 360-degree view camera, blind-spot view monitor, hill-start assist control, electronic stability control, all-wheel disc brakes, and more.
The standard safety features include Roll Over Sensor, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – High, 6 Airbags, Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Emergency Stop Signal (ESS), Burglar Alarm, Headlamp Escort Function, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), 3 Point Seatbelt & Seatbelt Reminder, Central Locking, ISOFIX, Rear Parking Sensors
The Level 2 ADAS package includes:
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist – Car (FCA)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist – Pedestrian (FCA-Ped)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist – Cycle (FCA-Cyl)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist – Junction Turning (FCA-JT)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist – Direct Oncoming (FCA-DO)
Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
Blind-spot Collision Warning (BCW)
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCAA)
Surround View Monitor (SVM)
Blind-spot View Monitor (BVM)
Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go (SCC with S&G)
Lane Following Assist (LFA)
High Beam Assist (HBA)
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA)
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control Zone (NSCC-Z)*
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C)*
Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
Commenting on the safety technologies of Hyundai Bayon, Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO, Hyundai Motor India Limited, said, “At Hyundai, we believe that true innovation is meaningful only when it enhances the everyday experiences of our customers. With the Hyundai Bayon, we have combined a robust body structure, advanced safety technologies, and intelligent driver assistance systems to deliver a comprehensive safety experience. From its reinforced chassis and high-strength steel construction to Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS, the Bayon is engineered to inspire confidence not only in challenging situations, but throughout every journey. This reflects our commitment to delivering intelligent mobility solutions that are safe, connected, and progressive for modern India.”
Lastly, the Bayon will come with 10 colour options across monotone, matte and dual-tone paint work.
Monotone Colours - Titanium Black, Classy Blue, Atlas White, Fiery Red, Golden Bronze, Ecotronic Grey
Dual-Tone Colours - Atlas White with Black Roof, Fiery Red with Black Roof
Matte Colours - Titanium Black Matte, Classy Blue Matte
