The much-anticipated Nissan Magnite compact SUV will officially make its global debut tomorrow. This will be brand’s smallest and most affordable SUV in India as well as in select international markets. If media reports are to be believed, the new model could be priced as low as Rs 5.25 lakh. The new Magnite compact SUV is likely to be launched in India in the first quarter of 2021.
Nissan has already released multiple teaser images of the Magnite compact SUV. In fact, the compact SUV has already been spotted testing in India. The upcoming compact SUV will be designed and developed on the same CMF-A modular platform that also underpins the Renault Triber. It was earlier planned to be launched under the Datsun nameplate; however, Nissan is now aiming to slowly discontinue the brand from its global line-up.
The teaser images reveal that the Nissan Magnite features the Datsun-like Octagonal front grille with chrome surround. In terms of styling, the SUV gets sculpted bonnet, L-shaped LED daytime running lights, Kicks-like headlamps, LED fog lamps and dual-tone bumper with silver faux skid plate. The compact SUV also gets chunky wheels, bold wheel arches with black plastic cladding, roof integrated spoiler, sloping roofline and wrap-around tail-lamps.
The sub-4 meter SUV is rumoured to feature several segment-leading features such as 360 degree surround view camera, sunroof, Nissan Connect (Connected Car Technology), automatic air-conditioning, etc. The upcoming Nissan Magnite compact SUV will be powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine in naturally-aspirated and turbocharged versions. The NA version is capable of producing 71bhp and 96Nm of torque, while the turbo unit is good for 99bhp and 160Nm of torque. Transmission options include a 5-speed manual and a CVT automatic.
