Hyundai Motor India has revealed the safety package of the upcoming BAYON, ahead of its launch on October 26, 2026. Built on the Global K Enhanced Platform, the new Intelligent Utility Vehicle features a reinforced body structure, more than 80 advanced safety features and Level 2 Pro ADAS technology.
Hyundai says the BAYON has been engineered for 5-star Indian safety standards. However, the supplied information does not include an official crash-test rating.
Stronger Body Structure
The BAYON’s body structure uses 69% advanced multi-grade high-strength steel, including hot-stamped steel, ultra-high-strength steel, advanced high-strength steel and, high-strength steel.
Its structure uses multiple load paths, a ring-type design and, strategically placed hot-stamped components to help absorb crash energy and reduce cabin intrusion. Reinforcements in the rear floor and side members are also designed to improve impact protection.
Level 2 Pro ADAS with 23 Features
The BAYON gets Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS, supported by three radars and 12 parking sensors. Its 23 driver assistance features include:
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist and Lane Following Assist
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Highway Driving Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Surround View Monitor and Blind-spot View Monitor
- Safe Exit Warning
The SUV also gets six airbags, electronic stability control, hill-start assist, tyre pressure monitoring, rear parking sensors and ISOFIX child-seat mounts as standard.
Engine and Colour Options
Power comes from Hyundai’s 1.5-litre four-cylinder MPi petrol engine, producing 113hp and 143.8 Nm. Buyers will have a choice of a six-speed manual or Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT).
The BAYON will be offered in 10 exterior colour options across monotone, matte and dual-tone finishes.
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Final Take
The BAYON’s safety package combines structural reinforcement with a broad range of driver assistance systems and standard safety equipment. The inclusion of Level 2 Pro ADAS and six airbags across the range could make it a notable contender in the Indian SUV market.
With its launch scheduled for October 26, more details on pricing, variants and availability are expected to emerge soon. Hyundai has also confirmed that bookings can be made online or through authorised dealerships for ₹11,000.
