Small crossovers are all the rage, and the Bayon is Hyundai’s most petite. It’s based on the i20 supermini and shares a vast number of components with that car, including its two petrol engine options. A mild makeover for the Bayon was introduced in 2024, but it still looks a little awkward if it’s on small alloy wheels. Nonetheless, for not a huge premium over the i20 hatch, the Bayon gets a bigger boot and a little more versatility. Most will buy it for the pseudo-SUV styling though.

The humble i10 may be one of Hyundai’s smallest cars, but it has always quietly impressed with ample interior space – in comparison to rivals – and usable back seats. Some will refer to the i10 as a city car, but it’s more than capable of being used on all roads, even the motorway, and it feels like it should last forever. Choose simply between manual and automatic versions, as choice is limited in the lineup.

When the Ioniq 6 launched, it was generally well received by the media, us included. It’s an incredibly efficient and high-quality take on the electric saloon formula, sharing much with the Ioniq 5 SUV. Its efficiency – and a range of up to 614km – is partly due to painstaking work on the car’s aerodynamics, which explains the Ioniq 6’s peculiar exterior design and compromised boot space. We suspect these things, unfortunately, have held this car back from greatness when it comes to sales, as it’s well-priced and drives beautifully.

Given the runaway success of the Tucson, there’s little reason for us to introduce Hyundai’s mid-sized SUV. You’d think there was little reason to update the car either, but a revised Tucson launched in 2024 bringing with it an even more impressive interior design and more pronounced styling on the outside. No doubt the Tucson remains a top seller thanks to its wide range of engines – including diesel, hybrid and plug-in hybrid – so it meets the needs of most buyers.