Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has announced the name of its upcoming intelligent SUV: Hyundai BAYON. This new global SUV, launching in India, signifies a new chapter for the company, embodying a new approach to intelligent mobility with innovation, expression, and emotion. The name ‘BAYON’ draws inspiration from the city of Bayonne in the French Basque Country.
Hyundai BAYON: A New Intelligent SUV for India
Hyundai Motor India Limited (HMIL) has officially revealed the name of its much-anticipated upcoming intelligent SUV – Hyundai BAYON. The announcement on September 14, 2026, marks the beginning of an exciting new phase for Hyundai in the Indian market. As a new entrant to HMIL’s robust SUV lineup, the Hyundai BAYON is designed to reflect a fresh perspective on intelligent mobility.
Embracing Innovation and Expression
The BAYON SUV is crafted to embody Hyundai’s global design and product philosophy, aiming to deliver an intelligent experience for the new generation of customers. Mr. Tarun Garg, Managing Director & CEO, HMIL, stated that BAYON represents more than just a new SUV; it signifies a new mindset focused on creating experiences that are intelligent, intuitive, and meaningful. He emphasized Hyundai’s commitment to pushing boundaries and creating mobility experiences that enrich people’s lives.
Inspiration Behind the Name
The name ‘BAYON’ is inspired by Bayonne, a city in the French Basque Country, celebrated for its distinctive character and dynamic spirit. This choice aligns with Hyundai’s global design ethos and heralds the arrival of an SUV tailored for India’s evolving landscape, promising exhilaration and a new spirit of adventure.
Futuristic Reveal Film
A special reveal film accompanying the name announcement portrays a futuristic world where intelligence and imagination converge. Inspired by the precision of a next-generation laboratory, the film visually symbolizes the emergence of greater intelligence and a new expression of Hyundai’s design, technology, and innovation, culminating in the message: Intelligence ON.
Further details about the intelligent SUV, Hyundai BAYON, will be disclosed in the coming weeks.
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