Hyundai India to Launch Off-Road SUV, Bayon Crossover, and a New 7-Seater MPV

The Korean automaker, Hyundai will enter into three growing segments in the Indian market. The company has officially announced to launch a new off-road SUV and a 7-seater MPV. Moreover, a new sub-4 meter crossover is heading to India to challenge the Maruti Suzuki Fronx crossover. Hyundai will also introduce its first hybrid vehicle in the form of the next-gen Creta in 2027. Moreover, the Palisade hybrid and a new 7-seater hybrid SUV are also coming to our market. 

Hyundai has confirmed to introduce 7 all-new nameplates, and a total of 26 new cars in the Indian market by 2030. The Korean automaker is also testing a new sub-4 meter SUV, which is rumoured to be the next compact electric SUV to rival the Tata Nexon EV. Details on the upcoming off-road SUV and new 7-seater MPV are yet to be revealed, but media reports suggest that Hyundai could launch the Stargazer MPV and an all-new rugged SUV with 4WD setup. 

Hyundai MPV

We believe that Hyundai could launch a new 7-seater MPV based on the Stargazer MPV on sale in Indonesia. This MPV shares its platform with the Kia Carens, and is expected to carry a price of around Rs 12 lakh to Rs 20 lakh. It will take on the likes of the Kia Carens and Maruti Suzuki Ertiga. The Stargazer is powered by a 1.5L, 4-cylinder, NA Petrol engine produces 115PS and 144Nm of torque. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual and an IVT. 

The India-spec model is likely to share the powertrains with the Creta, including a 1.5L NA petrol, 1.5L turbo petrol and a 1.5L turbo diesel. An electric derivative could also join the line-up. In terms of features, the upcoming Hyundai MPV will have dual screens for infotainment and instrumentation, LEVEL 2 ADAS, automatic AC, sunroof, powered and ventilated front seats and others. 

Hyundai Off-Road SUV

The upcoming Hyundai SUV will come with a boxy, muscular design and will offer serious off-road capabilities. It is expected to be based on an all-new monocoque platform with an AWD drivetrain system. The company currently has no ladder-frame SUV with a proper 4x4 drivetrain; however, the new Boulder SUV Concept previews the brand’s future off-roader for the USA. 

If reports are to be believed, Hyundai could utilise the LWB version of the Tucson AWD on sale in the Chinese market. The European-spec Santa FE AWD version could also arrive in our market. The SUV could get a powerful turbo petrol engine and a strong hybrid powertrain.  

Bayon Crossover

The new-gen Hyundai Bayon crossover is currently undergoing testing in South Korea and Europe. Codenamed BC4i CUB, the next Bayon will be a sub-4 meter model for India. It will have a cabin similar to the new Venue SUV, featuring a twin display comprising a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit and a 12.3-inch driver’s display. It is likely to be offered with a 1.2L NA petrol and a 1.0L 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine. The company is also working on a new 1.2L turbo petrol engine, which will be hybrid ready.

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