The long-awaited Nissan Magnite sub-4 meter SUV has finally been launched in the Indian market. The new model is available in 4 trim levels – XE, XL, XV and XV Premium – and in total of 8 variants. The new Magnite is priced at Rs 4.99 lakh for base model and Rs 9.35 lakh for the top-spec variant. At this price tag, the new Nissan Magnite becomes the most affordable SUV in its segment. In this article, we bring you a price and specs based comparison between the Nissan Magnite and the Tata Nexon. Also See – Nissan Magnite Road Test Review – A Serious Attempt!
Nissan Magnite Vs Tata Nexon Prices
| Product Name | Prices |
| Nissan Magnite | 4.99 lakh – 9.35 lakh |
| Tata Nexon | 7 lakh – 12.70 lakh |
– The new Nissan Magnite is available in petrol version only; however, the engine is offered in naturally-aspirated and turbocharged versions.
– The naturally-aspirated version of the Magnite is available in 4 variants – priced between Rs 4.99 lakh and Rs 7.55 lakh. On the other hand, the turbocharged version is offered in manual and CVT automatic avatar. The turbo MT is priced between Rs 6.99 lakh and Rs 8.45 lakh, while the CVT version is priced at Rs 7.89 lakh for base model and Rs 9.35 lakh for the top-end XV premium variant.
– The Tata Nexon is available in both petrol and diesel fuel option. The petrol-powered Nexon is available in 4 trim levels – XE, XM, XZ and XZ+. Both manual and AMT versions are on offer.
– The Tata Nexon manual petrol version is available in price bracket of Rs 7 lakh to Rs 10.74 lakh. On the other hand, the AMT version is priced between Rs 8.44 lakh and Rs 12.70 lakh.
Nissan Magnite Vs Tata Nexon Specs
| Specifications | Nissan Magnite | Tata Nexon |
| Engine | 1.0L NA/ 1.0L Turbo | 1.2L Turbo |
| Power | 71bhp/99bhp | 118bhp |
| Torque | 96Nm/160Nm | 170Nm |
| Gearbox | 5MT and CVT | 6MT and AMT |
– The new Magnite is offered with a 1.0-litre 3-cylinder petrol engine in naturally-aspirated and turbocharged versions. The naturally-aspirated version is capable of producing 71bhp of power at 6,250rpm and 96Nm of torque at 3,500rpm. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox.
– The turbocharged version offers two states of tunes – 99bhp/160Nm with 5-speed manual gearbox and 99bhp/152Nm with CVT automatic. A 5-speed manual gearbox will come as standard.
– The Tata Nexon is available in a single 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, which is capable of producing 118bhp at 5,500rpm and a peak torque of 170NM between 1,750-4,000rpm. Transmission options include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed AMT.
Magnite Vs Nexon Mileage
| Product | Mileage |
| Tata Nexon | 17kmpl MT and AMT |
| Nissan Magnite | 18.75kmpl NA, 20kmpl Turbo MT, 17.7kmpl CVT |
– The Nissan Magnite naturally-aspirated version is claimed to offer 18.75kmpl of mileage, while the turbocharged manual returns an ARAI certified fuel economy of 20kmpl. The Turbo CVT version offers a claimed mileage of 17.7kmpl.
– The Nexon petrol manual and AMT versions return an ARAI certified fuel economy of 17kmpl.
Dimensions
| Dimensions | Nissan Magnite | Tata Nexon |
| Length | 3,994mm | 3,993mm |
| Width | 1,758mm | 1,811mm |
| Height | 1,572mm | 1,606mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,500mm | 2,498mm |
| Ground Clearance | 205mm | 209mm |
| Boot Space | 336-litres | 305-litres |
– In terms of proportions, the new Magnite is 3,994mm long, 1,758mm wide, 1,572mm tall, and has a wheelbase of 2,500mm. The SUV offers a ground clearance of 205mm. It comes with a boot space of 336-litres, which can be extended to 660-litres by folding the rear seats.
– The Nexon is 3,993mm long, 1,811mm wide and 1,606mm tall, and has a wheelbase of 2,498mm. The SUV offers a ground clearance of 209-litres. It comes with a boot space of 350-litres, which can be extended by folding the rear seats.
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