The Hyundai Bayon is a subcompact crossover hatchback produced by the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai. The Bayon is based on the i20 and is similarly offered with front-wheel drive.

It is Hyundai's smallest SUV in their European line-up and slots below the Kona.

Designed primarily for the European market, the vehicle's name is a reference to the French city of Bayonne. Outside of Europe and Turkey, it is only offered in selected markets in Central Asia, Middle East North Africa and India (Launch soon in 2026).

First generation (2021)

The Bayon was first revealed in March 2021. It shares its mechanical DNA with the third-generation i20

Overview Exterior The Bayon focuses on a rugged but high-tech profile featuring sharp body-side creases, a split-headlight setup, and distinctive arrow-shaped LED taillights connected by a thin horizontal light strip.

Interior Inside, the Bayon borrows heavily from the i20, showcasing a dual 10.25-inch screen layout (one for the digital instrument cluster and one for the central infotainment). Comfort features include wireless smartphone charging, a BOSE premium sound system, and multi-color ambient lighting.

Facelift (2024) The Bayon facelift was revealed on 18 January 2024. Changes include a new front LED daytime running light that spans across the top front fascia, an updated front fascia, updated front and rear bumpers, new alloy wheel designs, and added interior and safety features.

Powertrain + Specs Model Year Transmission Power Torque 0–100 km/h(0-62 mph)(official) Top speedPetrolSmartstream G1.0 T-GDi2021–present 6-speed manual6-speed clutchless manual @ 4,500–6,000 rpm @ 1,500–4,000 rpm 10.7s 7-speed DCT 11.7s 6-speed manual6-speed clutchless manual @ 6,000 rpm10.4s 7-speed DCT @ 2,000–3,500 rpm Smartstream G1.2 MPi 5-speed manual @ 6,000 rpm @ 4,200 rpm 13.5s 1.4 Kappa II MPi6-speed manual @ 6,000 rpm @ 3,500 rpm12.6s6-speed automatic13.1s

Safety

Second generation (2026)

The second-generation Bayon will be unveiled in India soon.

Sales YearEurope Turkey202115,4045,067202220,48612,535202327,79317,348202428,24117,581

See also List of Hyundai vehicles

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