Nissan Magnite: A Detailed Look at This Feature-Packed Compact SUV
The Nissan Magnite is a popular compact SUV known for its excellent features and 4-star safety rating. This article explores the top-model XV Premium, covering its price, features, and overall design.
Price and Variants
The Nissan Magnite starts at an ex-showroom price of ₹6 lakh. The top model can go up to ₹11-12 lakh on-road in Lucknow. The XV Premium variant is priced at ₹859,000 ex-showroom, which is approximately ₹985,000 on-road in Lucknow.
Variants available include XE (base), XL, XV, XV Premium, Geza Edition, and Optional. Dual-tone color options are also available.
Engine and Performance
The Nissan Magnite is available only with petrol engine options.
Naturally Aspirated Engine: It has a 1.0-liter, 3-cylinder engine. This engine produces 72 PS of power and 96 Nm of torque. It offers a mileage of about 19 kmpl.
Turbo Petrol Engine: A 1.0-liter turbo petrol engine is also available. This engine provides more power with 100 PS and 160 Nm of torque. Its mileage is around 18 kmpl.
Both manual and X-Tronic CVT (Continuous Variable Transmission) options are offered. The CVT option is available with the turbo engine.
Bold Exterior Design
The Nissan Magnite features a bold and muscular exterior design.
Front: It has a dominant front grille with a chrome finish around it. LED headlamps, L-shaped DRLs (Daytime Running Lights), and LED fog lamps provide excellent visibility. A silver skid plate adds to its tough look. The top model includes a 360-degree camera with a front camera placement. Double wipers and washers are also present.
Side: The SUV comes with 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. Front wheels have disc brakes, while rear wheels have drum brakes. The ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are glossy black, electrically adjustable, and foldable, with integrated turn indicators and camera placement for the 360-degree view. Chrome door handles feature request sensors on both front doors. The roof includes roof rails and a shark fin antenna. Dual-tone color options are available.
Rear: Standard features include a rear wiper, defogger, and an integrated spoiler. The rear design features large taillights with integrated indicators and reverse lights. A silver skid plate and four reverse parking sensors are located at the bottom. The 360-degree camera also has a rear placement near the license plate.
Available exterior colors include White, Black, Silver, Brown, Red, and Blue.
Comfortable Interior Features
Step inside the Nissan Magnite to find a comfortable and feature-rich cabin.
Dashboard: The dashboard has a black-out theme with carbon-finish accents. Silver surrounds are seen around the AC vents.
Steering Wheel: The leather-wrapped steering wheel is tilt-adjustable. It has controls for the infotainment system, cruise control, and the MID (Multi-Information Display) screen.
Instrument Cluster: A fully digital and colorful instrument cluster displays all important vehicle information, including tire pressure monitoring (TPMS) and fuel economy.
Infotainment System: The 8-inch infotainment system supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and USB connectivity. It comes with four speakers and also shows the 360-degree camera view.
Climate Control: Fully automatic climate control ensures a comfortable cabin temperature.
Seating and Storage: The seats are made of fabric material with some leather finish on the sides. All seats come with adjustable headrests. The rear seats have a 60:40 split function for extra luggage space. An armrest with two glass holders and storage is available. There’s also a large glove box with a light.
Boot Space: The Magnite offers a generous boot space of 336 liters, along with a boot light and parcel tray. The spare wheel is a 15-inch unit, smaller than the main wheels.
Additional Features: Other features include 12V charging outlets, a USB port, and an option for a wireless charging pad (part of the Tech Pack, costing around ₹38,000 extra).
Safety First
Safety is a key highlight of the Nissan Magnite. It has a 4-star safety rating from Global NCAP.
Standard safety features include: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution), Dual Airbags, Reverse Parking Sensors, and a Reverse Parking Camera.
Recent updates for 2023 include standard Traction Control and TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) for enhanced safety.
Dimensions and Capacity
The Nissan Magnite is designed with practical dimensions for a compact SUV.
- Length: 3994 mm
- Width: 1758 mm
- Height: 1572 mm
- Wheelbase: 2500 mm
- Ground Clearance: A good 205 mm
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 40 liters
The car also comes with a 2-year or 50,000 km warranty.
Why Choose the Nissan Magnite?
The Nissan Magnite stands out as a strong contender in the compact SUV segment. It offers a combination of attractive pricing, a feature-packed interior, a muscular exterior, and a commendable 4-star safety rating. With its practical dimensions and efficient engine options, the Magnite provides excellent value.
