Today, Nissan has officially unveiled its all-new Nissan Tekton in the Indian market. Developed and manufactured in India, in partnership with Renault, for domestic and export markets. This vehicle looks similar to the Renault Duster.
Nissan Tekton
Features
Exterior
On the outside, it boasts a full-width Patrol-inspired chrome accent grille, a double-C contrast skid plate, and signature C-shaped 5-chamber LED connecting headlamps. There are aero-tuned spoilers and flush roof rails, and distinctive 5-petal brushed silver and noir R18 diamond-cut alloy wheels. There are 6 colour options: Onyx Black, Blade Silver, Pearl White, Flare Garnet Red, Indigo Blue and Moonbow Gray.
Interior
On the inside, the vehicle features a double D-cut steering wheel, dual driver-focused digital screens, an elevated centre console with fly-by-wire E-shifter and a full suite of vehicle electronic controls. You can enjoy active seat comfort with ventilated and Lumbar-adjustable body-contoured seats with adjustable boomerang profile headrests. There is a Panoramic sunroof with anti-pinch and one-touch control, personalised mood lighting, voice-assisted dual-zone AC, Smart Air Purifier with Plasmacluster Ionizer, AQI display, active-cooled wireless charger, and Arkamys 3D Auditorium Surround Sound System.
The cabin includes a 25.65 cm TEK-LINK HD Infotainment System and 26.03cm HD digital cockpit with immersive Google Maps view. It comes with built-in Google with up to 5 individual profile connectivity. Enjoy an enhanced connected experience with 55+ MyNissan App features. It includes paddle shifters (available on 6-speed DCT with Wet Clutch), Shock absorbers, dual Anti-Roll bars, dual-mode steering wheel and dual driving modes.
Safety
Tekton with 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, 6 airbags as standard, 40+ standard safety features and 62% high-strength steel monocoque frame is engineered for the highest level of safety. There are 17+ ADAS features including Adaptive Cruise Control, Autonomous Emergency Braking, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Traffic Sign Recognition, Blind Spot Warning, 360-degree Parking Assist, and 3D Intelligent Around View Monitor.
Powertrain
It is offered with turbo-petrol engine options just like the Renault Duster. The T160 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol develops 100hp and 166Nm of torque and comes paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. The T280 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol produces 163hp and 280Nm, and is available with a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic.
Pricing
Bookings for the Nissan Tekton are open, and deliveries will start from 20th July. The prices are below (ex-showroom):
T160 MT
- Visia: Rs 10.49 lakh
- Visia+: Rs 11.14 lakh
- Acenta: Rs 11.79 lakh
- N-Connecta: Rs 13.69 lakh
- Tekna: Rs 15.39 lakh
- Tekna+: Rs 16.49 lakh
T280 MT
- N-Connecta: Rs 14.99 lakh
- Tekna: Rs 16.39 lakh
T280 DCT
- Acenta: Rs 14.99 lakh
- N-Connecta: Rs 16.49 lakh
- Tekna: Rs 17.79 lakh
- Tekna+: Rs 18.59 lakh
In related news, the company has also announced that the Nissan Tekton will be exported to 50 global markets across the Middle East and Africa.
