Honda Elevate vs Hyundai Bayon vs MG Astor (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (October 2026):
- Pick the Honda Elevate if you want the most power (119 bhp).
- Pick the Hyundai Bayon if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 18.6 kmpl), the biggest boot (505 L).
- Pick the MG Astor if you want the lowest starting price (₹9.79 Lakh).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
Honda Elevate in short
The Elevate is Honda's midsize SUV built on the City's platform, squaring up to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara. It counters their variant blitz with a simple honest formula: the proven 1.5 i-VTEC, a smooth CVT, 220 mm ground clearance and Honda Sensing ADAS. It trades flash for driving polish and long-term dependability.
Full Elevate prices & variants →Hyundai Bayon in short
Launched on 26 October 2026, the Hyundai Bayon slots between the Venue and the Creta as a 4,245 mm SUV built on the Global K Enhanced platform. It uses only the Creta's 115 PS 1.5-litre petrol with a 6-speed manual or IVT automatic, priced Rs 10.00-18.15 lakh ex-showroom across 19 versions. Its pitch is space and kit: a 505-litre boot, 2,600 mm wheelbase, six standard airbags and Level 2 ADAS on top trims, against the Maruti Victoris, Toyota Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq and VW Taigun.
Full Bayon prices & variants →MG Astor in short
The MG Astor is the petrol sibling of the ZS EV and takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara in the fiercely contested midsize SUV space. It stands out with Level 2 ADAS, a talking AI assistant on the dashboard and a plush red-leather cabin option. Sharp pricing keeps it relevant against newer rivals.
Full Astor prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Elevate vs Bayon vs Astor — which should I buy?
Pick the Honda Elevate if you want the most power (119 bhp). Pick the Hyundai Bayon if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 18.6 kmpl), the biggest boot (505 L). Pick the MG Astor if you want the lowest starting price (₹9.79 Lakh). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Elevate, Bayon, Astor?
The MG Astor starts lowest at ₹9.79 Lakh, against ₹10.00 Lakh for the Bayon and ₹11.80 Lakh for the Elevate (ex-showroom, October 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Honda Elevate: not yet NCAP-tested; Hyundai Bayon: not yet NCAP-tested; MG Astor: not yet NCAP-tested.