Hyundai Bayon launched in India: what it means for Nepal, and the upcoming cars to watch
Wheels of Nepal · Last updated: · 6 min read
Hyundai launched the Bayon in India on 26 October 2026, a compact SUV with a 1.5-litre petrol engine that Hyundai places between the Venue and the Creta. We found no Hyundai or Laxmi Intercontinental announcement for Nepal, so it is not a confirmed Nepal car yet.
This is a news explainer built from Hyundai's own release and a news report. We have not driven the Bayon, and we do not guess a Nepal price or launch date.
What is the Hyundai Bayon?
The Bayon is the new India-spec compact SUV from Hyundai Motor India. A launch report says it sits between the Venue and the Creta in Hyundai's Indian line-up. Hyundai's press release lists:
| Detail | Bayon (India-spec) |
|---|---|
| Engine | 1.5-litre MPi four-cylinder petrol |
| Power | 84.4 kW (115 PS) |
| Torque | 144 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual or IVT automatic |
| Screens | Two 12.3-inch curved displays |
| Voice assistant | Generative AI voice assistant, 500+ voice commands |
| Connected car | Bluelink, 70+ features, over-the-air updates |
| Booking amount in India | INR 11,000 |
The launch report adds six airbags, electronic stability control, tyre pressure monitoring, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats and, on higher trims, a Level 2 driver-assist package with 23 functions. Hyundai says deliveries in India start in the festive season. Dimensions and a price were not in the material we could verify, so we show neither. Hyundai India's list is not the same as a Nepal list: trims, features and prices are set market by market.
Is the Hyundai Bayon coming to Nepal?
Not announced, as far as we could find. Hyundai's Nepal distributor is Laxmi Intercontinental, and its price list today shows the Exter, Venue, Creta, Creta Electric and larger models. We could not open the distributor's home page from our tools, so ask a Laxmi Hyundai showroom directly. If the Bayon is confirmed, we will add it to the launch tracker.
Where it would fit is clear from the Nepal price list (indicative ex-showroom prices, checked October 2026):
| Model | Price range | Engine |
|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Exter | Rs 36.96 to 37.96 lakh | Petrol |
| Hyundai Venue | Rs 48.96 to 67.96 lakh | 1.2 petrol or 1.0 turbo |
| Bayon | Not announced for Nepal | 1.5 petrol (India) |
| Hyundai Creta | Rs 55.56 to 80.56 lakh | 1.5 petrol, 1,497 cc |
On power alone, the Bayon's 84.4 kW is 38% above the Venue 1.2's 61 kW (84.4 ÷ 61 = 1.38) and a little below the Venue 1.0T's 88.3 kW. Nepal's Creta already uses a 1.5-litre petrol, the same engine size as the India-spec Bayon. We cannot say what it would cost in Nepal, because import taxes and local assembly decide that. See how the Venue compares with rivals in our Venue vs Kia Sonet and Brezza vs Venue guides.
Hyundai ExterRs 36.96 lakh – Rs 37.96 lakh
Hyundai VenueRs 48.96 lakh – Rs 67.96 lakh
Hyundai CretaRs 55.56 lakh – Rs 80.56 lakhUpcoming cars in Nepal right now
These are the four-wheelers our catalogue marks as upcoming, with what the official or news sources say. None has a confirmed delivery date.
| Car | Type | What is confirmed | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetour T1 | Plug-in hybrid SUV | Pre-booking opened 12 October 2026 at the Thapathali showroom, Kathmandu | Starting pre-booking price Rs 1,42,96,000 (news report) |
| Jetour T2 | Plug-in hybrid and AWD petrol SUV | Same pre-booking | Starting pre-booking price Rs 1,55,96,000 (news report) |
| iCAUR V27 | Range-extender SUV | Described on the iCAUR Nepal site, test drives offered | Not published |
| iCAUR V25 | Range-extender or electric SUV | Global debut 21 October 2026; maker says rollout starts early 2027; no Nepal announcement | Not published |
| Wuling Binguo | Electric hatchback | Marked "Coming Soon" on the Wuling Nepal site | Not published |
| Mahindra Scorpio Lifestyler | Double-cab pickup | Unveiled 14 August 2026; India launch by April 2027; no Nepal announcement | Not published (our estimate) |
| Jetour T1 | 142.96 lakh |
|---|---|
| Jetour T2 | 155.96 lakh |
Source: Bizshala report on Jetour Nepal pre-booking, October 2026
The T2 pre-booking price is Rs 13 lakh above the T1 (155.96 − 142.96). The Bizshala report does not give a battery size, electric range, booking amount or handover time, and the specs on the Jetour pages are global figures that the maker says may vary by region. Treat the prices as pre-booking starting prices, not final ones.
The Binguo is the nearest to the family-car buyer. The distributor's news post from June 2026 says it returns with two batteries, 31.9 kWh (333 km) and 37.9 kWh (up to 410 km), with no test standard named. Our Atto 1 vs Binguo guide lays out the choice while Wuling's price is still unpublished.
How to plan around a launch
- Do not pay a booking deposit on a rumour. Pay only on an official distributor receipt that states the model, variant and refund terms.
- Treat pre-booking prices as provisional. EV and hybrid prices in Nepal changed with the FY 2026/27 budget; see our EV tax explainer.
- Check what you can buy today. Our best SUVs in Nepal and best cars under Rs 30 lakh lists show cars with official prices now.
- Plan the loan. Nepal Rastra Bank limits private vehicle loans to 60% of the vehicle value, so check auto loan basics and the EMI calculator.
Has the Hyundai Bayon launched in Nepal?
No. Hyundai launched it in India on 26 October 2026. We found no Nepal announcement from Hyundai or its distributor.
What engine does the Hyundai Bayon have?
The India-spec Bayon has a 1.5-litre petrol making 84.4 kW (115 PS) and 144 Nm, with a 6-speed manual or an IVT automatic, according to Hyundai.
What is the price of the Bayon in Nepal?
Not announced. Indian prices cannot be converted to a Nepal price because taxes differ.
Which upcoming cars are confirmed for Nepal?
Pre-booking for the Jetour T1 and T2 opened on 12 October 2026. The iCAUR V27 and V25 and the Wuling Binguo are listed as coming soon, without prices.
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Prices from the Nepal Hyundai price list are indicative ex-showroom prices (checked October 2026).
Sources
- Hyundai Motor India – HMIL unveils India-spec Hyundai Bayon (press release)
- Indian News Network – Hyundai Bayon SUV launches in India: key features and specs (26 October 2026)
- Laxmi Hyundai (Hyundai's Nepal distributor) – Price list
- Bizshala – Jetour T1 and T2 pre-booking opens in Nepal
- Jetour Global – T1 i-DM and T2 i-DM
- iCAUR Nepal (SPG Automobiles) – iCAUR V27
- iCAUR Global – iCAUR V25
- Wuling Nepal – Binguo model page (Coming Soon)
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