The upcoming SUV will sit between the Venue and Creta, offering larger curved screens, wireless smartphone connectivity and an AI voice assistant.
Hyundai is set to launch the Bayon in India on October 26. The new SUV will sit above the Venue and below the Creta in the company’s lineup. Hyundai has revealed several features that will help the Bayon stand out in the compact SUV segment.
The Bayon will offer some features that are not available on the more expensive Creta. These include a curved dual-screen setup, built-in wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a generative AI-based voice assistant. The SUV will also offer more Level 2 advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) functions than the Creta.
Hyundai Bayon Features: Bigger Curved Screens
The Hyundai Bayon will feature a curved screen assembly with two 12.3-inch displays. One screen will serve as the digital instrument cluster, while the other will handle infotainment. The layout is similar to the setup seen in the new Venue.
The Creta, despite its higher position in the lineup, uses two smaller 10.25-inch screens. It also lacks the same curved screen arrangement. This gives the Bayon a different dashboard layout, based on the features revealed by Hyundai.
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
The Bayon will offer built-in wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These features allow drivers to connect compatible smartphones without plugging in a cable. The current Creta does not offer built-in wireless smartphone connectivity.
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Higher variants of the Creta support wired smartphone connections. Buyers of lower and mid variants may need an adapter or dongle for wireless use. The Bayon’s built-in system could make connecting a phone more convenient.
Wireless connectivity also means drivers do not need to keep their phones plugged in during every journey. However, the actual experience will depend on the phone and the vehicle’s system.
Hyundai Bayon to Get Generative AI Voice Assistant
Another key feature of the Bayon will be its generative AI-based voice assistant. The system uses technology from Perplexity AI and SoundHound, powered by NVIDIA. It is designed to support conversational requests rather than only fixed voice commands.
Drivers will be able to speak to the system in a more natural way to make requests. Hyundai has not provided further details about all the functions available through the assistant in the information shared.
Hyundai Bayon ADAS Features
The Bayon will also offer a Level 2 ADAS package with 23 functions. The Creta’s system has 19 functions, according to the details provided. ADAS stands for advanced driver assistance systems, which help drivers with certain driving tasks.
The Bayon will include features not offered on the Creta, such as Highway Driving Assist (HDA). It will also get Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Direct Oncoming (FCA-DO), Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control Curve (NSCC-C) and Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control Zone (NSCC-Z).
Highway Driving Assist combines Smart Cruise Control, Lane Following Assist and navigation data. It helps manage speed and keep the vehicle centred in its lane on suitable roads. Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control uses map data to identify curves and speed zones, then adjusts vehicle speed accordingly.
Hyundai Bayon Safety Expectations
Hyundai is confident that the Bayon will achieve a five-star Bharat NCAP safety rating. However, the supplied information does not confirm a final crash-test result. The rating should therefore be treated as an expectation until an official result is available.
The SUV’s ADAS features will add to its driver assistance package. These systems can support the driver, but they do not replace the need to stay alert and control the vehicle.
Hyundai Bayon India Launch Date
Hyundai will launch the Bayon in India on October 26. The SUV will be positioned between the Venue and Creta, with a focus on screen technology, connected features and driver assistance systems.
Hyundai has revealed several key features, but the supplied information does not include the Bayon’s India price, engine options or variant-wise equipment. More details will be needed to understand the full range and how it compares with other SUVs in the market.
