Nissan, in a crusade to gracefully augment its sparsely exclusive Indian portfolio, has launched the facelift of its well sought-after Magnite compact SUV at a modest introductory price starting from ₹5.99 lakh (approx. $7,100). With an alluringly refreshed look, unparallelled safety, striking design and a cornucopia of premium technical advancements, this latest iteration of the Magnite is all-set to make a profound impact in the nation’s subcompact SUV domain, raising the bar of excellence in supreme Japanese innovation.

What’s New Here?

In contrast to its predecessor, the updated Magnite charismatically sports a significantly larger honeycomb grille, L-shaped DRLs and a sleek pair of radiant LED bi-projector headlamps. Substantially elevating driving confidence, the Magnite boasts robust diamond-cut alloy wheels and a best-in-class ground clearance of 205mm. Towards the inside, the Magnite exudes superior comfort and practicality, featuring stunning honeycomb-patterned seats with leatherette upholstery and a roomy boot space of 336 L, further expandable to a whopping 690 L.

Tech-Savvy Inside-Out

Epitomizing cutting-edge technical sophistication, the all-new Magnite comes endowed with over 20 segment-first features, including a responsive Remote Engine Start function as well as an expansive Around View Monitor (AVM) for improved parking convenience. Raising the bar in seamless wireless connectivity, the latest Magnite also features an Apple CarPlay and Android Auto-integrated 8-inch touchscreen system. Additionally, this vehicle also features the signature ARKAMYS premium 3D sound system, paving way for an immersive in-cabin auditory experience.

Through the latest Magnite, Nissan revises conventional passenger safety standards, boasting a myriad of safety features including standard ABS with EBD and Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), as well as Traction Control System (TCS), six airbags and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).

Variants and Technical Specifications

Sensibly distributed across six dynamic variants, the all-new Magnite offers astute customers with two punchy 3-cylinder powertrains:

Powertrains	B4D 1.0-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol	HRAO 1.0-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Power	72 PS @ 6250 rpm	100 PS @ 5000 rpm
Torque	96 Nm @ 3400-3600 rpm (5 MT and 5 AMT)	160 Nm @ 2800-3600 rpm (5 MT) 152 Nm @ 2200-4400 rpm (CVT)
Fuel Efficiency	19.4 km/l (5 MT) 19.7 km/l (5 MT)	19.9 km/l (5 MT) 17.9 km/l (CVT)
Transmission	5 MT 5 AMT	5 MT CVT

Variants and Pricing

The six versatile trims of the new Magnite, along with their respective starting prices, powertrain options and transmission choices are listed below:

Variants	Starting Price	Powertrain	Transmission
VISIA	₹599,400 (approx. $7,100)	B4D 1.0-litre NA Petrol	5 MT 5 AMT
VISIA+	₹649,400 (approx. $7,700)	B4D 1.0-litre NA Petrol	5 MT
ACENTA	₹714,000 (approx. $8,500)	B4D 1.0-litre NA Petrol HRAO 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol	5 MT 5 AMT CVT
N-CONNECTA	₹786,000 (approx. $9,400)	B4D 1.0-litre NA Petrol HRAO 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol	5 MT 5 AMT 5 MT CVT
TEKNA	₹875,000 (approx. $10,400)	B4D 1.0-litre NA Petrol HRAO 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol	5 MT 5 AMT 5 MT CVT
TEKNA+	₹910,000 (approx. $10,800)	B4D 1.0-litre NA Petrol HRAO 1.0-litre Turbo Petrol	5 MT 5 AMT 5 MT CVT

Vibrant Colours

Catering to varied buyer preferences, the facelifted Magnite comes in a total of 7 awe-inspiring monotone shades and 5 sporty dual-tone shades:

Looking Ahead

With the momentous launch of the facelifted Magnite, Nissan aims at rewarding its loyal Indian customers with a capable compact SUV that equitably excels in breathtaking style and state-of-the-art Japanese technology, while offering a highly proactive safety suite.

Generously offering an abundance of reliability with no compromise on affordability, the facelifted Magnite is a testament to the marque’s revered legacy of automotive innovation.