Methaneilie Jütakhrie with Dr Metuo Liezietsu and others during the launch of Hyundai Bayon in Kohima on October 30. (Morung Photo)
Our Correspondent
Kohima | October 30
Vuto Hyundai Kohima launched Hyundai Bayon at its showroom located along New Secretariat Road, Sanuoru, Kohima on October 30.
Renowned singer Methaneilie Jütakhrie unveiled the launch of Hyundai Bayon in the presence Dr Metuo Liezietsu, proprietor Vuto Hyundai Kohima and several other officials. Seyievinuo Chüzho and Rovi Metha also attended the launching programme as the special invitee.
In product presentation, Sales consultant Keneiselhou Yhoshu stated that Hyundai Bayon’s name is derived from a French city “Bayonne.” Hyundai named the Bayon after the city’s vibrant energy and outdoor lifestyle, following its global strategy of naming SUVs after famous locations.
The Bayon crossover sits between the Venue and Creta as an Intelligent Utility Vehicle. It has a 1.5-litre engine producing 115 PS and 143.8 Nm, with 6-speed manual or IVT transmission.
Built on the Global K Enhanced platform for 5-star Indian safety, it offers over 35 standard and 80 advanced safety features.
Segment-first features include a generative AI Voice Assistant (Perplexity and SoundHound), Hyundai Smart Sense Level 2 Pro ADAS, Highway Driving Intelligence with 12 parking sensors and 3 cameras, OTA updates with 19 controllers, and 70+ Bluelink features.
Ground clearance is 205 mm. It comes in 7 variants (Hx2 to Hx10) and 6 monotone colours. Prices start at Rs. 9,99,900 ex-showroom.
Earlier, the launching programme was compered by Viphretuonuo Ciesotsu, Service Receptionist. Medovito Savino, Associate Pastor, Lerie Baptist Church invoked God’s blessings while Assistant Sales Manager Avo Kelio delivered welcome address. Vote of thanks was proposed by Mhaphrouvizo Liezietsu, General Manager, Vuto Hyundai, Kohima.
