Hyundai Bayon vs Mahindra Scorpio-N (2026)
Hyundai Bayon (₹10.00 Lakh – ₹18.15 Lakh) and Mahindra Scorpio-N (₹13.69 Lakh – ₹25.49 Lakh) go head-to-head in the midsize suv space. Here is how they compare on the numbers (October 2026).
- The Hyundai Bayon is more affordable — it starts ₹3.69 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Scorpio-N.
- The Mahindra Scorpio-N is the more powerful car, with 200 bhp against 113 bhp.
- The Hyundai Bayon is more efficient on paper — up to 18.6 kmpl vs 16 kmpl.
- Only the Mahindra Scorpio-N has a published NCAP crash-test rating (5 stars).
Specification Comparison
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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 →Mahindra Scorpio-N in short
Facelifted in August 2026, the Scorpio-N remains Mahindra's ladder-frame bestseller — now with a redesigned dashboard hosting a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a panoramic sunroof, a 540-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS, over unchanged mechanicals: the 2.0L turbo-petrol and 2.2L diesel with manual or automatic gearboxes and optional 4WD on top diesel trims. New Z6, Z8S and Z8T trims fill out a 27-variant lineup from Rs 13.69 lakh to Rs 25.49 lakh. It fights the Tata Harrier, XUV 7XO and Hyundai Creta on price while offering body-on-frame toughness none of them match.
Full Scorpio-N prices & variants →Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper: Bayon or Scorpio-N?
The Hyundai Bayon is more affordable — it starts ₹3.69 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Scorpio-N. (Ex-showroom prices, October 2026.)
Bayon vs Scorpio-N — which is safer?
NCAP ratings: Hyundai Bayon — not yet tested; Mahindra Scorpio-N — 5 stars.
Should I buy the Bayon or the Scorpio-N?
The Hyundai Bayon is more affordable — it starts ₹3.69 Lakh lower than the Mahindra Scorpio-N. The Mahindra Scorpio-N is the more powerful car, with 200 bhp against 113 bhp. The Hyundai Bayon is more efficient on paper — up to 18.6 kmpl vs 16 kmpl. Beyond the numbers, shortlist by test-driving both — ride quality and dealer experience differ by city.