Hyundai will soon launch a new SUV in India that will sit between the Venue and Creta in its lineup. Recently, during its FY27 earnings announcement, the brand said it will launch two new SUVs this fiscal year. The first will be the Bayon-based SUV; following it will be a new compact SUV.
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New Hyundai SUV: When Will It Launch?
Hyundai’s new Bayon-based SUV will be the brand’s second entry into the mid-size five-seater segment. The automaker confirmed this new SUV will debut during the 2026 festive season. It will slot below the Creta and above the Venue in its portfolio. With Creta already a best-selling product in that segment, Hyundai will try not to step on its toes. Still, it will be an interesting product for those who crave good mileage figures.
Industry sources claim that Hyundai might only offer the 1.5-litre NA petrol engine from the Creta. So, it could miss out on the 1.5-litre turbo petrol and 1.5-litre diesel engines. Additionally, Hyundai will also offer a CNG option paired with the NA engine. Hyundai already has the HY-CNG (dual-CNG tank) option. Still, sources suggest that the CNG tank on this SUV will be fitted under the body, like in the Victoris and updated Brezza.
This new mid-size SUV will be based on the Bayon’s platform, which measures 4.18 m in length. So, it will be a good option for those who want a larger model than the Venue, and also don’t want to lose out on mileage. We expect this new SUV to be priced between Rs. 11.5 lakh – 17 lakh (on-road, Mumbai).
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Features
In terms of features, expect it to be quite a loaded SUV. The interior theme could be more like the Venue. We expect features such as dual 12.3-inch screens for infotainment and instrumentation, multiple drive modes, powered front seats, reclining rear seats, a premium sound system, Level-2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera, and six airbags.
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What Else?
Apart from the Bayon-based SUV, Hyundai will also launch a new compact electric SUV. The SUV has been spotted testing several times, and we expect it to be Hyundai’s version of the Kia Syros EV. The Korean automaker might make a few changes, as the Kia Syros EV shares its powertrain components with the Hyundai Creta EV. Having another model with the same battery capacity might interfere with the Creta EV’s customer base.
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