The production-spec Nissan Magnite sub-4 meter SUV is scheduled to be launched in the first quarter of 2021, most probably in January. The SUV has been spotted testing multiple times and the spy images suggest that the Magnite will retain the original design. A new set of leaked patent images reveal the styling of the production-ready Nissan Magnite.
The Nissan Magnite will be the brand’s smallest SUV and is rumoured to be priced as low as Rs 5.25 lakh. The SUV was earlier planned as a Datsun product, which is also visible in the front grille design. The Magnite compact SUV comes with striking exterior design, and simple and feature-loaded interior. With this SUV, Nissan will target the young buyers.
The Nissan Magnite comes with octagonal front grille with chrome strips on the other side. The front bumper features L-shaped daytime running lamps, pushed-back type headlamps, sculpted bonnet and dual-ton lower bumper. The production-spec Magnite has crossover-stance with sloping roofline. The SUV has pronounced wheel arches with black plastic cladding all-around the body, wrap-around tail-lamps with LED elements, dual-tone bumper with faux skid plate, etc.
The Nissan Magnite compact SUV will be equipped with several high-end features like an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, 360 degree camera, factory-fitted panoramic sunroof, cruise control and many more. The SUV will also receive Nissan Connect, connected car technology that offers multiple features like remote engine start/stop system, geo fencing and others.
This compact SUV is designed and developed on the Renault-Nissan alliance’s CMF-A modular platform. The SUV will direct rival the Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Ford EcoSport, Honda WR-V, Maruti Brezza, Kia Sonet and others. It will be powered by a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol engine in naturally-aspirated and turbocharged versions. The NA version produces 72bhp and 91Nm of torque, the turbo unit is likely to produce around 99bhp and 160Nm of torque. Transmission options are likely to include a 6-speed manual and a CVT automatic.
