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Hyundai Confirms Bayon SUV Ahead Of India Launch
Hyundai has confirmed that its next SUV for India will be called the Bayon.
The company used the words “BRING IT ON” in its teaser campaign before revealing the name.
Its new tagline is “Intelligence ON.”
The name comes from Bayonne, a city in France’s Basque region.
Spy photos give clues about how the SUV may look.
It could have roof rails, special lights and two digital screens inside.
Hyundai has not yet announced the engine details.
Reports suggest it may get a petrol engine and possibly a factory-fitted CNG version.
The Bayon is expected to fit between the smaller Venue and the larger Creta.
Hyundai Motor India has officially confirmed Bayon as the name of its upcoming SUV.
The company is expected to reveal more details in the coming weeks, ahead of a likely launch next month.
The Bayon name is inspired by Bayonne, a city in France’s Basque region.
Spy shots suggest squared wheel arches, roof rails, connected lighting elements and dual digital screens.
A 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine and factory-fitted CNG option are reportedly under consideration.
- Who
- Hyundai Motor India, led by Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Tarun Garg, is developing the Bayon.
- What
- Hyundai has officially confirmed the name of its upcoming SUV and provided initial details about its expected design, positioning and powertrains.
- Where
- The Bayon is being prepared for the Indian market; its name is inspired by Bayonne in France’s Basque region.
- When
- More details are expected in the coming weeks, with a launch expected next month.
- Why
- Hyundai is introducing another SUV option positioned between the Venue and Creta.
Key facts
- Confirmed name
- Hyundai Bayon
- Expected launch
- Next month, according to the report
- Positioning
- Expected to sit between the Hyundai Venue and Hyundai Creta
- Expected length
- Around 4.2 metres
- Possible petrol engine
- 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine
- Possible alternative fuel
- Factory-fitted CNG option
- Name inspiration
- Bayonne, a city in France’s Basque region
Sources
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