The Hyundai Bayon competes directly with the Maruti Victoris in the midsize SUV segment. As the latest entrant, the Hyundai offering packs new features and technology. We compare the top-spec Bayon HX10 and Victoris ZXi+ (O) to see how they stack up in terms of engine and gearbox options, features and pricing. Read on to find out which SUV offers better value.
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris: Dimensions
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris top trims: Dimensions | |||
Bayon | Victoris | Difference | |
Length (mm) | 4,245 | 4,360 | -115 |
Width (mm) | 1,810 | 1,795 | 15 |
Height (mm) | 1,605 | 1,655 | -50 |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2,600 | 2,600 | 0 |
Wheel size (in) | 17 | 17 | 0 |
| Ground clearance | 205 | 210 | -5 |
Boot space (litres) | 505 | 446 | 59 |
| Fuel tank (litres) | 43 | 45 | -2 |
The Maruti Victoris is 115mm longer and 50mm taller than the Hyundai Bayon, while the Bayon is 15mm wider. Both SUVs have the same wheelbase length and wheel size. The Victoris has 5mm more ground clearance at 210mm, but the Bayon offers a larger 505-litre boot, which is 59 litres more than that of the Victoris. Its fuel tank is slightly smaller, with a 43-litre capacity compared to 45 litres in the Victoris.
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Powertrains
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Powertrain options, specs | ||
Bayon | Victoris | |
Engine | Petrol | Petrol | hybrid |
Cylinder count | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Displacement (cc) | 1,497 | 1,462 | 1,490 |
Power (hp) | 115 | 103 | 116 (combined) |
Torque (Nm) | 144 | 139 | 122 (engine) + 141 (motor) |
Transmission | 6MT, CVT | 5MT, 6AT | e-CVT |
| Drive layout | FWD | FWD, AWD | FWD |
Claimed mileage (kpl) | Not available, 18.6 | 21.18 (MT), 21.06 (AT), 19.07 (AWD AT) | 28.65 |
Both come with 1.5-litre naturally aspirated petrol engines, but the Bayon makes 12hp and 5Nm more. The Hyundai SUV offers 6-speed manual and CVT options, while its Maruti rival comes with a 5-speed manual or a 6-speed torque converter automatic. The Victoris petrol also offers the choice of all-wheel drive (AWD), which the Bayon doesn’t. Coming to the claimed mileage of these petrol-manual SUVs, the Victoris has the upper hand. The Bayon manual’s claimed fuel-efficiency figure is not available at the time of writing.
The Victoris also offers a strong 116hp hybrid option with a claimed fuel efficiency of 28.65kpl.
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris top trims: Driving features
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Driving features | ||
Bayon | Victoris | |
| Drive modes | Yes | Yes |
| Terrain modes | No | AWD only |
| Boost mode | CVT only | No |
Both SUVs offer drive modes, but the Victoris stands out here with terrain modes, available on its petrol AWD version. The Bayon claws back some ground with a Boost mode (with the CVT), which gives an instantaneous power boost while overtaking, as per Hyundai.
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris top trims: Exterior features
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Exterior features | ||
Bayon | Victoris | |
Headlamps | LED projector | LED projector |
LED DRLs | Yes | Yes |
Fog lamps | No | Yes |
Electrically adjustable/folding ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
| Turn indicators on ORVMs | Yes | Yes |
Rear roof spoiler | Yes | Yes |
Rear wiper and washer | Yes | Yes |
LED tail lamps | Yes | Yes |
Shark-fin antenna | Yes | Yes |
| Powered tailgate | No | Yes |
The two SUVs offer largely the same exterior features. However, the Maruti Victoris has a slight edge, as it gets fog lamps and a powered tailgate.
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris top trims: Interior features
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Interior features | ||
| Bayon | Victoris |
Touchscreen (inches) | 12.3 | 10.1 |
Driver’s display (inches) | 12.3 | 10.25 |
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless |
Connected car tech | Yes | Yes |
| Steering wheel adjustment | Tilt and telescopic | Tilt and telescopic |
| Steering-mounted controls | Yes | Yes |
| Paddleshifters | Yes | Yes |
| Type-C USB charging ports (f/r) | Yes | Yes |
| Audio system | Bose | Infinity |
Speakers | 8 | 8 |
Sunroof | Panoramic | Panoramic |
Seat upholstery | Leatherette | Leatherette |
Ventilated front seats | Yes | Yes |
Powered driver’s seat | Yes | Yes |
| Front sliding armrest with storage | Yes | Yes |
Rear armrest with cup holders | Yes | Yes |
| Rear-seat recline | Yes | No |
Auto climate control | Yes | Yes |
Rear AC vents | Yes | Yes |
Wireless charger | Yes | Yes |
Ambient lighting | Yes | Yes |
Auto-dimming IRVM | Yes | Yes |
Keyless entry | Yes | Yes |
| Push-button start/stop | Yes | Yes |
The Bayon has an edge in terms of some interior features. It has a relatively larger touchscreen and digital driver’s display. It also offers rear-seat recline (two-step), which is absent on the Victoris. Their audio systems come from Bose and Infinity, respectively, with both offering eight speakers.
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris top trims: Safety features
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Safety features | ||
| Bayon | Victoris |
| ADAS | Level 2 | Level 2 (6AT only) |
Airbags | 6 | 6 |
| All four disc brakes | Yes | Yes |
| Front parking sensors | Yes | Yes |
| ABS with EBD | Yes | Yes |
ESC | Yes | Yes |
Hill-hold control | Yes | Yes |
Electronic parking brake | Yes | Yes |
TPMS | Yes | Yes |
360-degree camera | Yes | Yes |
Blind-spot monitor | Yes | Yes |
Dashcam | Yes | No |
The Hyundai Bayon has an edge with its dashcam and standard Level 2 ADAS on its top-spec HX10 trim. The Victoris does feature Level 2 ADAS, but the safety suite is limited to the petrol-automatic version.
Hyundai Bayon vs Maruti Victoris top trims: Price
Hyundai Bayon HX10 vs Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O): Prices (in Rs lakh) | |||
| Bayon | Victoris | Difference | |
Petrol MT | 16.65 | 15.48 | -1.17 |
Petrol auto | 18 (CVT) | 17.43 (AT) | -0.57 |
| Petrol AT AWD | - | 19.27 | - |
| Hybrid eCVT | - | 19.99 | - |
In this comparison, the Maruti Victoris ZXi+ (O) MT is our pick. Its manual variant is Rs 1.17 lakh more affordable than the equivalent Bayon, while the automatic version costs Rs 57,000 less. Despite that, the Victoris offers a comprehensive feature list and even gets some additional features over the Bayon.
It also offers the option of all-wheel drive with the petrol engine and a hybrid powertrain, both of which are not available with the Bayon.