Hyundai Motor revealed Hyundai BAYON today – an all-new crossover SUV designed specifically for Europe. As a B-segment SUV, BAYON will be the latest and smallest member of Hyundai’s expanding SUV family.

The all-new BAYON features a compact exterior, a roomy interior, and a long list of intelligent safety and connectivity features which make it stand out in its segment. With this, the all-new BAYON democratises technology, making high-tech safety and connectivity features accessible for all.

In line with Hyundai’s existing SUV naming strategy, BAYON’s name was inspired by a vacation hotspot: Bayonne, the capital of the French Basque Country and one of the most beautiful destinations in the south-west of France. As BAYON is designed to meet the demands of the European market, the company decided to give it a European name.

“As the SUV body type continues growing in popularity throughout the world, Hyundai saw a demand for a model capable of navigating European cities while at the same time providing enough space to meet customers’ needs,” says Andreas-Christoph Hofmann, Vice President of Marketing & Product at Hyundai Motor Europe. “Class-leading connectivity and safety features, a sharp and distinctive design, and the integration of Hyundai’s signature 48-volt mild hybrid technology make BAYON stand out in its segment.”

With BAYON, Hyundai has now launched or enhanced seven new models in just 12 months – or 20, counting all body types and powertrain variations making 2020 a record year for its fleet expansion.

A sharp and distinctive design
BAYON is the latest design statement within the Hyundai SUV family, distinctive through unexpected and eye-catching proportions and strong graphic features. Furthermore, it encompasses the Hyundai design identity Sensuous Sportiness, defined by the harmony between proportion, architecture, styling and technology. This latest interpretation of Sensuous Sportiness combines emotional values with innovative solutions.

“With its sharp look and integration of Hyundai’s SUV key design elements, BAYON solidifies Hyundai’s SUV design direction,” says Luc Donckerwolke, Chief Creative Officer at Hyundai Motor Group. “BAYON’s unique and confident look, embodied in its strong lines and arrow-shaped lights, is expected to establish it as the most unique, outstanding entry in the thriving European B-segment SUV.”

Exterior design
BAYON is characterised by a distinctive exterior design that separates it clearly from its competition. Unique design solutions, high-tech looking details and a clean look elevate it from the crowd.

At the front, a wide grille opens at the bottom, creating a solid stance. Three-part main lights combined with air intakes establish a unique look and architecture. A horizontal air intake band and DRLs establish width, and a lower skid plate confirms its SUV identity.

On the side, a dynamic shoulder provides a wedge-shaped appearance. The arrow-shaped C-pillar provides dynamic and unexpected architecture. This, in combination with fender feature and cladding, defines its unique character.

To the rear, arrow-shaped lights underline the pillar dynamics. Their far-out position creates a wide stance. In addition, a thin horizontal line connecting the taillights further emphasises width and connects the rear and the side in one gesture. Angular lines above the rear arch emphasise volume, creating a vivid section. The strong rear section and visually extended rear window initiate a unique and expressive rear design. Full LED lights and indicators complete its modern look.

BAYON is available with 15-inch steel wheels or 16- or 17-inch alloy wheels.

A total of nine exterior colours are available, including a new launch colour, Mangrove Green. An optional two-tone roof in Phantom Black is also available with several exterior colours.

Exterior colours:

• Mangrove Green Pearl [launch colour] with optional Phantom Black roof
• Phantom Black Pearl
• Polar White with optional Phantom Black roof
• Sleek Silver Metallic with optional Phantom Black roof
• Elemental Brass Metallic with optional Phantom Black roof
• Dragon Red Pearl with optional Phantom Black roof
• Aqua Turquoise Metallic with optional Phantom Black roof
• Aurora Grey Pearl
• Intense Blue Pearl with optional Phantom Black roof

A modern, digital interior
BAYON features a clean, roomy, well-lit interior. There is a strong focus on maximising front and rear passenger comfort and increasing boot space. The interior is defined by a range of connectivity equipment, including a 10.25-inch digital cluster and a 10.25-inch AVN or 8-inch Display Audio. Occupants can benefit from LED ambient lighting technology integrated into the front passenger foot areas, door wells, and front door pull handle areas, as well as the storage area below the centre console.

A carefully-selected neutral range of interior colours and materials provides maximum compatibility with the exterior colour range. A calm colour and trim concept with small and subtle accents creates a serene atmosphere which allows the driver to focus. BAYON comes standard with a Full Black cloth interior, with two optional colour combinations available.

Interior colours trims:

• Full Black
• Dark Grey + Light Grey

Class-leading connectivity and technology
As with other Hyundai models, BAYON offers advanced connectivity technology rarely found in its segment. It offers a best-in-class digital cockpit and top-line infotainment features.

Passengers can choose between a 10.25-inch AVN screen or an 8-inch Display Audio. The 8-inch Display Audio is available with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, making Hyundai the first car manufacturer to introduce wireless phone mirroring into a car of this size.

Two USB ports for the front passengers and one for the rear make it possible for up to three devices to charge simultaneously. One of the front ports also allows data transfer, enabling occupants to connect their phone to the vehicle’s infotainment system. A premium Bose sound system completes the package, promising occupants a high-quality listening experience.

Available connectivity equipment:

• 25-inch Audio Video Navigation (AVN)
• 8-inch Display Audio
• 25-inch digital cluster
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (Offered wirelessly with 8-inch Display Audio)
• Bose Premium Sound System
• Wireless charging pad
• Three USB ports

Hyundai Bluelink Connected Car services
In addition, BAYON is equipped with the latest Hyundai Bluelink upgrade, meaning users can benefit from state-of-the-art Connected Car Services. The latest Bluelink includes services such as Connected Routing and a new User Profile feature. New to this generation of Bluelink is Calendar Integration. This means the driver can mirror their Google or Apple calendar in the vehicle’s infotainment system. If the calendar appointment also has an address, it can be imported directly into the vehicle’s navigation system.

In addition, customers can locate, lock and unlock their car remotely using the Bluelink app, or check vehicle information such as maintenance required or fuel levels.

Bluelink and LIVE Services features:

• Connected Routing: cloud-based navigation system that offers even more precise routes for daily driving
• Live Parking Services: now includes on-street parking price information in addition to availability of nearby parking space
• Calendar integration: drivers can sync their Google or Apple calendar with the car’s infotainment system and navigate directly to appointments
• Remote services: drivers can lock/unlock their car and view vehicle status using the Bluelink app
• Online voice recognition: powerful online (cloud-based) voice recognition that can control vehicle functions such as heating and cooling
• Find My Car: drivers can locate their vehicle easily if they forgot where they parked
• Send to car (POI): search for local points of interest and send results to car’s satellite navigation
• Security: Vehicle alarm notification
• Maintenance: diagnostics and vehicle report (e.g. tyre pressure and airbags), driving information

Roominess & Convenience
Hyundai BAYON delivers the comfort and storage space of an SUV with the agility and fuel efficiency of a B-segment vehicle. Its compact exterior size and its family-friendly interior mean customers can enjoy the best of both worlds: while it’s compact size and excellent visibility make it easy to enter and easy to handle, it also offers that safe and robust feeling customers have come to expect from Hyundai SUVs thanks to its high seating position.

With 411 litres of boot space, BAYON stands out for its large amount of storage space, despite its compact size. An intelligent trunk cover which can be slid along the rear of the back seat to cover the cargo brings an added benefit.

At 4,180mm long, 1,775mm wide, and 1,490mm tall (or 1,500mm with 17-inch wheels), its dimensions strike a perfect balance between compactness and convenience. It features a wheel base of 2,580mm. Excellent legroom will also ensure passengers experience a comfortable ride, whether they’re sitting in the front seats or in the rear: front passengers can enjoy 1,072mm of leg room, while rear passengers have 882mm.

As a true SUV, BAYON offers a ground clearance of up to 183 mm (in combination with 17’’ wheels), higher than most other vehicles in the B-segment.

A best-in-class safety package
BAYON shares its safe and robust DNA with the other members of the Hyundai SUV family, and it has the safety features to match. Another way it stands out in its segment, BAYON offers an extensive list of Hyundai SmartSense safety features. Many of them are included in the standard equipment already.

A number of semi-autonomous driving features set BAYON apart from its competitors. Lane Following Assist (LFA) works to keep the vehicle centred in its lane. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) first sounds an alarm, then, if necessary, applies the brakes to prevent a collision from occurring. This feature includes car, pedestrian and cyclist detection, as well as Junction Turning, which can apply the brakes to prevent a collision with an oncoming car when turning left at an intersection.

BAYON also includes several features that gently redirect the driver’s attention when their focus slips. Driver Attention Warning (DAW) analyses driving patterns to help detect drowsy or distracted driving. This system works in tandem with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA), which alerts the driver when the vehicle ahead of them starts moving forward and they do not react quickly enough. In addition, Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) notifies the driver before leaving the vehicle if sensors detect movement in the back seat. This makes BAYON even safer for rear passengers, including children or pets, making it a great choice for families.

In case of an accident, eCall will automatically alert emergency services if the vehicle’s airbags are deployed. Alternatively, occupants can also activate this feature with the press of a button.

Available SmartSense safety features:

• Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
• Lane Following Assist (LFA)
• Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
• High Beam Assist (HBA)
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) with pedestrian and cyclist detection and Junction Turning
• Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
• Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA)
• Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
• Blind-Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
• Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Warning (RCCW)

Powertrains
BAYON boasts excellent fuel efficiency and highly competitive CO2 emissions ranking thanks to an updated Kappa engine family. The T-GDi is a downsized turbo-charged engine with direct injection for optimum efficiency. When combined with Hyundai’s unique 48-volt mild hybrid technology (48V) with intelligent Manual Transmission (iMT), this results in even more enhanced fuel savings and efficiency.

iMT disengages the engine from the transmission when the driver releases the accelerator. This allows the vehicle to start coasting, reducing emissions and saving fuel. There are two different coasting levels associated with iMT: first, when the engine is idle, and second, when the engine is turned completely off. The engine is restarted again as soon as the driver presses either the brake or the accelerator pedal, and starts running again in the same gear as when it was switched off. This results in better fuel efficiency with no compromises on performance.

BAYON also features Hyundai’s unique Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) technology, which regulates the duration of the valve opening and closing according to driving conditions. This optimises engine performance while also improving fuel efficiency, resulting in reduced emissions and saving fuel.

At the top of the line-up is a 1.0-litre T-GDi engine with 48V and 120 or 100 PS. This can be coupled with the 6-speed intelligent Manual Transmission (6iMT) or a 7-speed dual clutch transmission (7DCT).

The 1.0-litre T-GDi engine with 48V also comes with three drive modes to optimise the engine response and steering performance based on driving conditions. These are Eco, Normal and Sport.

BAYON is the first Hyundai SUV to come equipped with Rev Matching, a feature usually reserved for Hyundai’s high-performance models. Rev matching synchronises the engine to the output shaft, allowing for smoother or sportier downshifts. It will be available for the 1.0-litre T-GDi engine with 48V when paired with the 6iMT in Sport mode.