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Hyundai Bayon Fully Revealed Ahead Of October Launch With AI Voice Assistant
- •Hyundai Motor India has fully revealed the India-spec Hyundai Bayon mid-size SUV ahead of its October 26, 2026 launch, with bookings now open for Rs 11,000.
- •The SUV features a 1.5-litre four-cylinder MPi petrol engine producing 115 PS and 144 Nm, paired with a six-speed manual or an Intelligent Variable Transmission.
- •It comes equipped with Hyundai's first generative AI voice assistant powered by Perplexity and SoundHound AI, supporting natural conversations in English.
- •Interior highlights include dual 12.3-inch curved panoramic displays, an NVIDIA-accelerated Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, and Bluelink technology with over 70 connected features.
- •The vehicle supports over-the-air software updates across 19 controllers and features more than 500 embedded voice commands in multiple regional languages.
Key Questions Answered
The Hyundai Bayon is powered by a 1.5-litre, four-cylinder MPi petrol engine that delivers 115 PS of maximum power and 144 Nm of peak torque. It offers two transmission options: a six-speed manual gearbox and an Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT).
The Hyundai Bayon features a generative AI voice assistant built on intelligence from Perplexity and voice AI from SoundHound AI. Unlike traditional systems dependent on rigid commands, it permits natural conversations to prepare travel itineraries, check weather, find hotels, and get sports updates in English.
The Hyundai Bayon is officially scheduled for launch on October 26, 2026, with deliveries beginning during the festive season. Bookings are currently open for a token amount of Rs 11,000 via the official website or authorized dealerships.
