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Hyundai Bayon vs Renault Rafale comparison

Compare performance (90 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (20,100 £ vs 37,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Bayon or Renault Rafale?

Hyundai Bayon vs Renault Rafale: Key differences

Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Renault Rafale

4.9 (9 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Bayon

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Hyundai Bayon is substantially cheaper – starting at 20,100 £ , while the Renault Rafale costs 37,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,657 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Renault Rafale uses 2 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Hyundai Bayon with 5.8 L/100km. The difference is about 3.8 L/100km.

Rafale

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Renault Rafale offers considerably more power – delivering 300 HP compared to 90 HP. That’s roughly 210 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Hyundai Bayon takes 11.9 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

Bayon

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Bayon is significantly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,734 kg. The difference is around 559 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Renault Rafale offers clearly more boot space – 627 L compared to 411 L. That’s a difference of about 216 L.

When it comes to payload, the Hyundai Bayon carries marginally more – 460 kg compared to 444 kg. That’s a difference of about 16 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Renault Rafale holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £37,700
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Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2 - 5 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 97 km
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Hyundai Bayon

The Hyundai Bayon slips neatly between city runabout and small SUV, offering surprising practicality and a fresh, confident design that stands out in urban traffic. It's an easy buy for shoppers who want smart packaging, tidy handling and a dash of personality without fuss — a sensible little crossover that makes everyday driving a bit more enjoyable.

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Reviews Hyundai Bayon

4.4 (2 Reviews)
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Janusz
29 Apr 2026, 09:15:55

Definitely the Hyundai Bayon — the most important thing is the simply designed 1.2 MPI four-cylinder engine, 84 hp, adapted for LPG and cheap to repair, beautiful looks, a five-year warranty, cheaper to buy, and performance completely sufficient for a senior. A four-cylinder engine runs smoother and is better refined. I will buy this car in December 2026 at the Hyundai dealership in Toruń.

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André CGARLIER
20 Jan 2026, 19:35:46

I bought the HUNDAY BAYON one month ago.
600 km later, first small problem — the gauge stopped working.
I have an appointment set for 15 days from now. That said, it’s a real pleasure to drive: very smooth, lively acceleration, comfortable and perfect visibility. 800 km on the clock, but I’ve noticed city fuel consumption is much higher than advertised — 9.7 litres/100 km, mostly urban driving.

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Renault Rafale

The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Reviews Renault Rafale

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Low Budget Urus
4 May 2026, 18:28:11

Resonably good, efficiant and very good looking family hyper Hybrid....

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PILI
18 Feb 2026, 08:48:58

Very good car — responsive, supple, comfortable and reasonably economical. Not quite at the German premium level for noise insulation, but very close... Exceptional chassis.

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Martin
4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
20,100 - 25,800 £
Price
37,700 - 49,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2 - 5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
97 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
43 - 109 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,175 - 1,200 kg
Curb weight
1,734 - 2,025 kg
Trunk capacity
411 L
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,775 mm
Width
1,886 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
450 - 460 kg
Payload
415 - 444 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
90 HP
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.9 - 13.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
172 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
66 kW
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Renault
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Bayon?

The Hyundai Bayon is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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