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Nissan Tekton Live Launch And Latest Updates: Nissan has expanded its India portfolio with the debut of the all-new Tekton SUV. The model is expected to strengthen the Japanese automaker's presence in one of the country's most competitive segments while introducing a fresh design philosophy and a host of modern features.
The Tekton will join the Magnite and Gravite in Nissan's Indian lineup. This live blog covers all the design highlights, interior details, feature list, powertrain specifications, pricing, and all the key updates from the unveiling event as they happen. To check out the detailed launch report, click here.
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Nissan Tekton has a fuel tank capacity of 50 litres.
The Tekton can store up to five individual user profiles, allowing different drivers to save their preferred settings for convenience.
If you get the T160 engine, then it will take 12.46 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph. The T280 engine takes 9.51 seconds with the manual gearbox, whereas the automatic transmission takes 9.89 seconds.
The Tekton comes equipped with a 10.25-inch fully digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system, giving the cabin a modern look.
If you place the parcel shelf, then the Tekton has a boot space of 518 litres. If you fold down the seats, then the boot space is increased to 1789 litres.
The dashboard follows a wraparound layout with the displays and controls angled towards the driver. Nissan has also introduced a new fly-by-wire electronic gear selector.
Step inside and the Tekton welcomes occupants with a tri-tone interior finished in beige, burgundy and rose gold accents. Premium leatherette upholstery and soft-touch materials elevate the cabin experience.
Parking should be easier thanks to Nissan's 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor and 360-degree Parking Assist system. The setup provides a bird's-eye view around the vehicle to improve visibility in tight spaces.
With the Tekton, Nissan is aiming to expand its presence in the country, which could be a lucrative market for the automaker. Nissan will follow the launch of the Tekton with another model prepared for debut by the end of this year, which is expected to be a D-segment SUV. With this, the carmaker is aiming to target the SUV buyers with a multi-product portfolio.
Interestingly, despite being based on the Renault Duster, which is slated to get a hybrid powertrain later this year, during Diwali, the Nissan Tekton is unlikely to get that. At least Nissan has not announced any such powertrain for the Tekton. However, once the Duster gets the hybrid powertrain, Nissan might add this to the Tekton's engine lineup.
The Nissan Tekton gets dual mode steering, which allows the drivers to switch between lighter steering for city driving and heavier steering for highway use. This technology claims to make driving more comfortable for the drivers in the tight city traffic, as well as during smooth highway cruising.
For the 6-speed wet-clutch DCT models, steering-mounted dual-mode paddle shifters allow you to manually take control of gear shifting.
Nissan claims the Tekton offers the best-in-segment approach and departure angles.
One of the biggest highlights is the claimed 700-litre boot capacity, making it among the most practical SUVs in its class. This boot space is calculated to the roof and without the parcel tray.
The Tekton offers 212 mm of ground clearance, helping it tackle rough roads with greater confidence.
The Tekton has been developed under Nissan's "One Car, One World" strategy, with India serving as both a domestic and export hub. The same strategy has already worked for Magnite.
There are six variants on offer. There is Visia, Visia+, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna and Tekna+.
The T160 has a claimed fuel efficiency of 19.4 kmpl, whereas the T280 has a claimed fuel economy of 17.8 kmpl for the manual gearbox and 18.5 kmpl for the DCT variant.
There are two turbo engines on offer. There is theT160, which puts out 100 Ps and 166 Nm. It will be offered with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Then there is the T280 engine that is tuned for 163 Ps and 280 Nm. It will be offered with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
Nissan Tekton will come with active safety features such as lane keep assist, auto emergency braking, distance warning, blind spot warning and more
Nissan Tekton will come with several convenience features such as adaptive cruise control with stop and go, electric tailgate, traffic sign recognition, wireless charger with cooling, electronic parking brake and fly-by-wire with e-shifter.
The Tekton will come with over 55 connected features. There will be MyNissan App, which will offer features like remote engine start/stop, lock/unlock, find my car and a lot more.
The bookings for the Tekton are now open. Interested customers can book the Tekton through the online website or visit the nearest authorised dealership. Deliveries will begin on 20th July.
The prices of the Nissan Tekton start at ₹10.49 lakh and go up to ₹18.59 lakh. Both prices are ex-showroom and introductory.
Just like the Duster, the Tekton also comes with integrated Google. There is Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Play Store and it is also Gemini capable.
Nissan has confirmed that the Tekton will come with an electronic panoramic sunroof. This is a feature that is very likeable in the Indian market. Also, it lets in a lot of light which helps in opening up sense of space for the occupants.
Few of the features, the Tekton comes with are ventilated seats, dual zone climate control, powered seats with manual lumbar adjustment and a high centre console with sleek slide storage.
Nissan will offer the Tekton in six colours. There are Pearl White, Blade Silver, Onyx Black, Moonbow Gray, Flare Garnet Red and Indigo Blue. There would also be dual-tone colour options on offer with a black roof.
Nissan is using 18-inch alloy wheels for the Tekton. However, on the lower trims, the wheels could be of the 17-inches along with steel rims and wheel covers.
Nissan has officially unveiled the Tekton at the event. The SUV looks butch and comes with a lot of plastic cladding and rugged bumpers.
The design of the Tekton is inspired by the Patrol. The Tekton has straight lines, a rugged design language and an upright character with pronounced bulge in the hood.
Nissan exported over 1 lakh vehicles in a year over 50 countries.
Nissan will manufacture the Tekton in India. It will be exported to over 50 countries.
The Tekton is Nissan India's first 5-star car in the Bharat NCAP crash test. It comes with 6 airbags, ABS and a lot more safety features. It shares its underpinnings with the Renault Dus
The key markets for the Tekton are India, Middle East, Saudi Arabia and South Africa. Media from these regions are also present at the event in Mumbai.
Nissan has been selling SUVs for the past 75 years. To mark this milestone, the brand is unveiling the Tekton in Mumbai for the whole world.
The launch event of the Tekton is about to start. We will be reporting live from the event so stay tuned.
Unlike the Renault Duster, the Nissan Tekton is reportedly unlikely to receive the strong hybrid powertrain. Instead, Nissan is expected to focus on turbo-petrol engine options, at least during the initial phase of its lifecycle.
The SUV is expected to be offered with Renault-Nissan Alliance's turbo-petrol engines. Buyers can expect manual as well as automatic transmission choices depending on the variant.
One interesting styling design that is quite prominent "Tekton" lettering embossed on the leading edge of the bonnet, adding to the SUV's rugged appeal.
The latest teaser showcases a large rectangular grille finished with horizontal slats. A red accent strip runs across the grille, while a chrome garnish sits underneath, giving the SUV a distinctive appearance.
Although it shares its underpinnings with the Renault Duster, Nissan has confirmed that the Tekton gets completely different exterior styling, helping distinguish it from its French cousin.
The Tekton has earned the nickname "Baby Patrol" thanks to its upright stance and front-end design that borrows cues from the flagship Nissan Patrol SUV sold overseas.
Many enthusiasts are calling the Tekton the spiritual successor to the Nissan Terrano. Like the Terrano, the upcoming SUV shares its platform with Renault's midsize SUV but gets its own styling and identity.
Nissan's India lineup currently comprises the Magnite and Gravite. The Tekton will become the third model in the company's portfolio and is expected to play a significant role in increasing showroom footfall.
With the Tekton, Nissan will finally have a contender in the midsize SUV space, one of the fastest-growing segments in the country. The SUV will compete against established players which have been doing quite well in the Indian market.
Nissan Tekton will go against Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, Renault Duster, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Skoda Kushaq, Honda Elevate and Volkswagen Taigun.
Nissan will launch the Tekton in Mumbai. The event begins at 11:30 AM.
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