Nissan Magnite Hits 50,000 Unit Export Milestone; Becomes E20 Compliant

Nissan has reached a major export milestone, with over 50,000 units of the Magnite shipped overseas since its launch. As part of its broader strategy, the company continues to strengthen its domestic and international presence, positioning India as a crucial manufacturing and export hub while ramping up production to cater to local and global demand. Apart from this, Nissan has confirmed that the Magnite’s naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine is now fully E20 fuel compatible, allowing it to run on a blend of 20% ethanol and 80% petrol. This follows the August 2024 upgrade of the 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, meaning that all available Magnite powertrain options now support E20 fuel.

Commenting on the announcement, Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, 'The New Nissan Magnite continues to make its mark not only in India but also in global markets, having crossed the significant milestone of 50,000 export sales. This achievement highlights the growing trust in Nissan’s ability to deliver quality, innovation, and performance. Coupled with the New Nissan Magnite’s full E20 compliance, our strategy emphasises our dedication towards future-ready mobility solutions, aligning with evolving environmental standards. We remain committed to our India operations and the New Nissan Magnite’s constant evolution is a testament to this dedication.'

Nissan Magnite: Variants and Price

The Magnite is available in six trims – Visia, Visia Plus, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, and Tekna+ – with prices ranging from Rs 6.12 lakh to Rs 11.72 lakh. Prices are ex-showroom. The 1.0-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine is standard across all variants, while the turbocharged 1.0-litre petrol engine is offered from the Acenta trim onwards.

Nissan Magnite: Design

On the visual front, the Nissan Magnite features full LED lighting, silver roof rails, a gloss-black grille with chrome accents, 16-inch dual-tone alloy wheels, and skid plates at both ends.

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Coming to the dimensions, the model measures 3,994mm in length, 1,758mm in width, and 1,572mm in height, with a 2,500mm wheelbase. It offers 205mm of ground clearance and a 336-litre boot capacity.

Nissan Magnite: Engine and Gearbox Options

Powering the Magnite is a 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine, available in naturally aspirated (71bhp/96Nm) and turbocharged (99bhp/160Nm) versions. Transmission options include a five-speed manual for both engines, an AMT for the NA variant, and a CVT for the turbo version. Nissan claims 20km/l efficiency for the manual variant, while the CVT turbo delivers 17.4km/l.

Nissan Magnite: What's Inside?

Inside, the cabin features a black-and-orange theme with leatherette seat upholstery. The SUV comes equipped with wireless charging, a 360-degree camera, automatic climate control, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and rear AC vents. Safety features include six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), and seatbelt reminders for all occupants.

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In terms of market rivalry, the Nissan Magnite competes with the Hyundai Venue, Maruti Suzuki Fronx, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, and the Mahindra XUV 3XO.