TL; DR
- The crossover SUV that’s globally available as the Bayon could soon launch in India, but in a new-generation avatar.
- The vehicle’s codename, as seen in some spy shots, is BC4i CUV, where ‘4i’ could refer to the fourth generation of the car.
- As and when the Bayon arrives in India, it could be shortened to fit the sub-4-meter compact-SUV segment, which is currently the hottest segment in the auto market.
In November 2025, Hyundai was spotted testing a new vehicle near its Sriperumbudur plant in Chennai, widely believed to be a facelifted version of the Exter. However, a recent sighting of what appears to be the exact vehicle in South Korea indicates that it could carry a new nameplate altogether: Hyundai Bayon.
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It’s The Bayon Facelift (Not The Exter 2026)
Yes, the crossover SUV that’s globally available as the Bayon could soon launch in India, but in a new-generation avatar. Currently, Hyundai is selling the third-generation in select global markets, but in India, the company could debut the fourth-generation of the vehicle, positioning it aggressively between the Exter and the Venue.
The vehicle’s codename, as seen in some spy shots, is BC4i CUV, where ‘4i’ could refer to the fourth generation of the car. As and when the Bayon arrives in India, it could be shortened to fit the sub-4-meter compact-SUV segment, which is currently the hottest segment in the auto market.
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Why Is Hyundai Targeting India’s B-Segment?
Further, the B segment also enjoys certain tax benefits in India, including lower road tax. To maximize sales, the Japanese automaker Maruti Suzuki sells multiple options in this category: Fronx (3,995mm) and Brezza (3,995mm).
Even though both are the same length, the former is based on Baleno’s HEARTECT platform, while the latter is based on the company’s Global-C platform. Fronx has more crossover-like characteristics, such as raised ground clearance, a sloping roofline, and a relatively narrow cabin. Brezza, on the other hand, has a more upright stance and more interior space.
There’s a decent difference in the cars’ prices as well. While the Fronx starts from Rs. 6.85 lakhs (ex-showroom), the Brezza starts from Rs. 8.26 lakhs (ex-showroom), which could also be attributed to the different engines: 1.2L NA vs. 1.5L NA. You see? Maruti has two vehicles competing in the same sub-4-meter segment, but each has distinct characteristics, and both contribute to the company’s monthly sales.
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Hyundai Bayond Indian Edition Expected Features & Engine Options
Hyundai wants to do something similar with the fourth-generation Bayon. It already sells the Venue (which recently received a facelift) in the segment, but the Bayon SUV would be priced more aggressively than the Venue (but higher than the Exter).
Given that the Venue starts from Rs. 7.90 lakhs (ex-showroom) and the Exter starts from Rs. 5.64 lakhs (ex-showroom), the Bayon could be priced around Rs. 6.50 lakhs (ex-showroom) in India. Given below is a list of all the key features expected from the Hyundai Bayon (based on the leaked spy shots).
- Boxy silhouette that resembles the theme across the company’s current lineup in India.
- Use of LED DRLs in the front and LED signature taillamps on the back.
- Modern alloy-wheel design.
- Sleek dashboard (similar to the i20 and the Venue) with large screens and steering-mounted controls.
- It could be available with a 1.2L four-cylinder NA engine (as seen on the Grand i10 Nios, Exter, i20, and Venue) and a 1.0L three-cylinder turbo engine (as seen on the i20 N-Line and the Syros).
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More details about the Hyundai Bayon should surface online in the coming days, closer to its Indian launch.
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