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The India-spec Hyundai Bayon is expected to slot between the Venue and Seltos and will be powered by the familiar trio of engines
Hyundai looks ready to address one of the few remaining gaps in its SUV portfolio. While the Venue caters to entry-level compact SUV customers and the Creta dominates the midsize segment, there is still room for a product sitting directly between them. The upcoming BC4i project is expected to fill that role and could arrive during the festive season this year.
1. To Sit Between Venue And Creta
As SUV demand continues to change towards larger and more premium offerings, customers upgrading from hatchbacks increasingly seek additional cabin room and greater road presence but are not always willing to move into Creta territory. Hyundai’s upcoming crossover is expected to target exactly that audience. Resultantly, the BC4i could measure slightly above four metres in length creating a new segment position within Hyundai’s domestic lineup.
2. Familiar Powertrains
Instead of introducing all-new mechanicals, Hyundai is expected to rely on proven petrol engines already available across its range. The naturally aspirated 1.2-litre unit could handle entry-level duties while the 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine will likely power mid- to top-end variants. A range of transmission options including manual, iMT and dual-clutch automatic could be available.
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3. New Design Direction
Recent test vehicles indicate Hyundai is not merely stretching the Venue formula. The prototype carries a noticeably different roofline and body profile. A taller bonnet, pronounced shoulder line and crossover-inspired proportions point towards a more mature design direction. Although the camouflage remains extensive, the vehicle already looks larger and more substantial than Hyundai’s current sub-four-metre offerings like Venue and Exter.
4. Bayon Connection
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Several visual elements seen on the test mule resemble those of the Bayon sold overseas. Lighting placement, overall proportions and greenhouse design all hint at European roots. However, Hyundai is expected to heavily localise the package before launch meaning the production model could end up looking noticeably different from the international Bayon.
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5. Loads Of Premium Equipment
Given its positioning, the BC4i will likely arrive with a feature set closer to the Creta than the Venue. A larger infotainment display, digital instrumentation, connected technologies, wireless charging and a panoramic feature list are all expected. Advanced driver assistance systems, multiple airbags and a 360-degree camera could also be offered on top trims.
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