2022 Hyundai Bayon — Full Specifications
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The 2022 Hyundai Bayon belongs to the First generation generation, built 2021–present. 2022 was year 2 of its run. The mid-life facelift arrived in 2024, so a 2022 car is a pre-facelift example. Body styles: SUV. The engine range listed for this period includes 1.0 Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi (mild hybrid), 1.2 Smartstream G1.2 MPi, 1.4 Kappa II MPi. Owners often keep a Hyundai Bayon workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
First generation Generation: Engines & Body Styles
Hyundai Bayon model years from 2021 belong to the same generation, with a mid-life facelift in 2024. The engines below are those listed for this generation in the 2022 period; availability varied by year, trim and market, so confirm the exact engine from the car's paperwork or the badge on the tailgate.
| Engine | Fuel | Displacement | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi (mild hybrid) | Petrol | 1 L | 100–120 PS |
| 1.2 Smartstream G1.2 MPi | Petrol | 1.2 L | 84 PS |
| 1.4 Kappa II MPi | Petrol | 1.4 L | 100 PS |
| Body styles | SUV |
|---|---|
| Transmissions | 6-speed manual · 6-speed clutchless (automated) manual · 7-speed DCT · 5-speed manual (1.2 MPi) · 6-speed automatic (1.4 MPi) |
| Generation | First generation (pre-facelift) |
| Facelift | 2024 (2022 car is pre-facelift) |
Generation, production years, engines and body styles compiled from Wikipedia; production dates can differ by market. Official fuel economy and CO₂ figures for UK cars are published by the Vehicle Certification Agency and vary by engine and test cycle (NEDC or WLTP), so we do not quote a single figure here.
Owner Essentials for the 2022 Hyundai Bayon
Running Costs: 2022 Hyundai Bayon
Running costs for a 2022 Hyundai Bayon depend mostly on which engine it has, how it is driven and the insurance group of that trim. Look up the exact car's tax band and fuel figures from its registration on GOV.UK, and work out fuel spend with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2022 Hyundai Bayon Safety Rating
Cars sold in the UK and Europe are crash-tested by Euro NCAP, not the US NHTSA, so there is no NHTSA star rating for the Hyundai Bayon. Look the Hyundai Bayon up on Euro NCAP's results page to see the star rating and the test year for this generation; ratings from different years use different criteria and are not directly comparable. To check a specific UK car for open recalls, use the GOV.UK vehicle recalls checker, and see our UK guide to checking a used car's history.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which generation is the 2022 Hyundai Bayon?
The 2022 Hyundai Bayon is part of the First generation (pre-facelift) generation, produced 2021–present. The facelift arrived in 2024, so a 2022 car is a pre-facelift example.
What engines did the 2022 Hyundai Bayon come with?
Engines listed for this generation include 1.0 Smartstream G1.0 T-GDi (mild hybrid) (petrol); 1.2 Smartstream G1.2 MPi (petrol); 1.4 Kappa II MPi (petrol). Not every engine was sold in every year or market, so check the car's V5C or handbook for the exact unit.
What body styles does the 2022 Hyundai Bayon come in?
This generation was offered as: SUV.
What gearbox does the 2022 Hyundai Bayon have?
Transmissions listed for this generation include 6-speed manual, 6-speed clutchless (automated) manual, 7-speed DCT, 5-speed manual (1.2 MPi), 6-speed automatic (1.4 MPi), depending on engine and trim.
How safe is the 2022 Hyundai Bayon?
European-market cars are crash-tested by Euro NCAP rather than NHTSA. Search for the Hyundai Bayon at euroncap.com/en/results to see the star rating and the test year for this generation.