Next-Gen Hyundai Bayon Interior Leaked: Dual 12.3-Inch Curved Display Instead of Pleos

The next-generation Hyundai Bayon (codenamed BC4) has been spotted undergoing testing, and new interior spy shots courtesy of RushLane give us our first real look inside the cabin. While previous Arctic Circle spy shots confirmed the BC4 is dropping its "hatchback on stilts" identity in favor of a boxier, more authentic SUV design, this latest look inside reveals a major cockpit overhaul: the new Bayon adopts a dual 12.3-inch curved display setup, but notably skips Hyundai's upcoming Pleos Connect system.

Dual 12.3-Inch Curved Screens Headline Cockpit Overhaul

Inside the prototype, the upright, separated dashboard layout of the current car is replaced by a single curved panoramic housing integrating two 12.3-inch displays for driver telemetry and infotainment.

• Dual 12.3-Inch Curved Display: A seamless, driver-focused curved screen setup replacing the outgoing model's separated cluster and central screen.

• No Pleos Connect: Despite Hyundai's broader push toward next-generation Pleos software architectures, this Bayon prototype runs the existing ccNC-based infotainment system rather than debuting Pleos Connect.

• Modernized Dashboard Layout: A cleaner, more horizontal dash design that brings the entry-level B-SUV in line with Hyundai's larger crossovers.

A More Mature B-SUV Stance

As seen in earlier spy shots from winter testing in the Arctic Circle, the BC4 generation marks a clear departure from the i20-derived styling of the current Bayon:

• Seamless Horizon Lighting: A full-width LED daytime running light strip stretching across the hood line, mirroring the design language of the Kona and Santa Fe.

• Vertical Headlamp Units: Rectangular main headlamps positioned vertically within the lower front bumper.

• Boxier Silhouette: Flatter roofline, squared wheel arches, a wider track, and a longer wheelbase for improved cabin space and road presence.

First-Ever Full Hybrid & Sporty N Line

Under the hood, the next-gen Bayon moves beyond mild-hybrid tech to offer a full-hybrid (HEV) powertrain for the first time. This gives buyers an electrified option without jumping into full EV pricing.

Hyundai has also prepared an N Line variant, featuring:

• Aggressive front and rear bumper treatments with satin silver or gloss black trim.

• Exclusive dual-tone N-branded alloy wheels.

• Visible twin exhaust tips and an integrated rear diffuser.

• Revised chassis and suspension settings tailored for sportier handling.

Closing the Gap to the Kona

With its boxier footprint, full-hybrid powertrain, and now a dual 12.3-inch curved cockpit, the Bayon BC4 significantly narrows the space between itself and the Kona. While the Kona serves as the larger, higher-tier crossover with EV configurations, the new Bayon is positioned as a practical, high-value alternative for urban drivers.

The next-generation Hyundai Bayon is expected to make its official global debut in late 2026 or early 2027.