Hyundai Bayon to Offer Dash Boost Mode, Paddle Shifters and Three Drive Settings

Hyundai Motor India said the upcoming Bayon will come with a new Dash Boost Mode, paddle shifters and three selectable drive settings. Dash Boost Mode is meant to make the car respond faster when quick acceleration is needed, especially for overtaking, and it will work with the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). The same IVT also gets Sporty Drive Tech, which Hyundai describes as a sportier and more connected acceleration feel, though technical details are still missing. Drivers can switch between Eco, Normal and Sport modes using a steering‑mounted button, with Eco focusing on fuel saving, Normal balancing performance and efficiency, and Sport delivering a more responsive character. Paddle shifters let the driver manually select gear steps in the IVT, adding engagement. Power comes from a four‑cylinder 1.5‑litre MPi petrol engine that makes 115 PS and 143.8 Nm of torque, the same unit used in the Creta and sold in over six lakh Indian cars since 2020. Buyers may choose a six‑speed manual or the IVT automatic. Tarun Garg, Managing Director and CEO of Hyundai Motor India, said the company’s performance focus is on how naturally and confidently the vehicle reacts in everyday driving, highlighting the engine, IVT and drive modes. Inside, the Bayon will feature twin curved 12.3‑inch screens, a panoramic sunroof, a powered driver’s seat and Bose audio. Built on the Global K Enhanced Platform, it meets five‑star Indian safety standards and includes more than 35 safety items such as six airbags, ESC, hill‑start assist and tyre‑pressure monitoring. A broader safety suite called Hyundai SmartSense Level 2 Pro ADAS with 23 functions will be offered across variants. The model is set to launch on 26 October and bookings are now open.

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The Bayon uses a familiar 1.5‑litre engine already proven in the Indian market, so the new features aim to refresh its appeal without changing the powertrain. Adding paddle shifters and drive‑mode options is a common way manufacturers give drivers more control while keeping fuel‑efficiency goals.