Hyundai Bayon vs Hyundai Creta vs Skoda Kushaq (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (October 2026):
- Pick the Hyundai Bayon if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh), the biggest boot (505 L).
- Pick the Hyundai Creta if you want the most power (158 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 21 kmpl).
- Pick the Skoda Kushaq if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
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 →Hyundai Creta in short
The Creta is India's best-selling midsize SUV and the benchmark the Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and VW Taigun are measured against. The 2024 facelift brought a bold new face, twin 10.25-inch screens, Level 2 ADAS and a 158 bhp turbo-petrol flagship. Its unmatched powertrain spread — petrol, turbo and diesel with multiple automatics — is central to its dominance.
Full Creta prices & variants →Skoda Kushaq in short
The Kushaq was the first product of Skoda's India 2.0 programme and remains the keen driver's alternative to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Maruti Grand Vitara. Its European-tuned chassis and strong TSI engines set the segment's dynamic benchmark, and a five-star Global NCAP score underlines its solid build. It counters feature-heavy rivals with substance over gadget count.
Full Kushaq prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Bayon vs Creta vs Kushaq — which should I buy?
Pick the Hyundai Bayon if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh), the biggest boot (505 L). Pick the Hyundai Creta if you want the most power (158 bhp), the best claimed efficiency (up to 21 kmpl). Pick the Skoda Kushaq if you want the best crash-test score (5 stars). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Bayon, Creta, Kushaq?
The Hyundai Bayon starts lowest at ₹10.00 Lakh, against ₹10.69 Lakh for the Kushaq and ₹10.91 Lakh for the Creta (ex-showroom, October 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Hyundai Bayon: not yet NCAP-tested; Hyundai Creta: not yet NCAP-tested; Skoda Kushaq: 5 stars.