The Indian compact SUV segment is cutthroat now, with so many players vying for a piece of pie in this space. If at all there is a name in this space that is well respected, then that would be the Nissan Magnite, which recently brought its latest facelift in the market, seeking to shake things up in the industry and take matters into its own hands; completely making a mockery of the supremacy of its rivals like the Hyundai Creta. The Magnite facelift is coming out with a refreshed design, improved features and even attractive prices to make a huge difference.
Magnite Exterior Design and Styling
Bold and modern design that reflects Nissan’s global design philosophy is seen in the new Nissan Magnite facelift. This is a fresh faced front fascia that features a bigger grille with chrome garnish. And that bumper looks so much better than the last Ford Bumpers, and it’s sleek LED headlights with integrated DRL’s only makes it that much more Aggressive.
New alloy wheels are fitted and give the side profile its sporty character also with sharp creases and roof rails, while its facelift has added its newly designed side profile. The newly practical rear sports LED taillights featuring a unique pattern, and a new, more rugged looking bumper with faux skid plates. Not only do these upgrades make the car look better, they also make it fly better.
MInterior and Cabin Comfort
Various improvements have been made to cabin comfort and technology with the Nissan Magnite facelift’s cabin. Changing supplier has been a route for manufacturers to introduce premium materials and soft touch finishes to give a more upmarket feel. Now, the seats are more in cushioning and support, not to mention for long drives.
The new infotainment system is one of the best design features of the facelift. There is now a larger touchscreen display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, amongst other things. Also upgraded to the digital instrument cluster is better information and visibility. The other things that are also added are ambient lighting, a wireless phone charger and a premium sound system.
Engine and Performance
The Nissan Magnite facelift continues to offer its tried-and-tested engine options: There are 1.0 liter naturally aspirated petrol engine and 1.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine. The naturally aspirated unit produces 72 PS and 96 Nm of torque, while it is turbocharged for 100 PS and 160 Nm (152 Nm in CVT). The turbocharged version also gets a choice of a five speed manual gearbox or a CVT.
The all new engines boast refined power, and the turbocharged unit will provide spirited performance and smooth power delivery. Slightly altered suspension setup of the SUV ensuring good ride quality and handling makes it very much suited to urban and highway driving.
Features and Technology Offered by the Advanced Level
A wide range of sophisticated features here mean the facelifted Magnite is a serious contender in the segment. Key additions include:
ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems): Safety features such as lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and autonomous emergency braking are further added.
360-Degree Camera: Parking and maneuvering convenience is boosted by a high resolution surround view camera.
Connected Car Technology: Connected car features, which enable users to control, inquire and monitor various vehicle functions using a smartphone app, are now available as part of the Magnite facelift.
Air Purifier and Rear AC Vents: These features are of passenger comfort in Indian weather conditions.
Safety Enhancements
The new Magnite facelift also comes with safety as a top priority. As standard the SUV gets twin front airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, (ESC), traction control and hill start assist. Byron also adds some extra features and higher variants include side and curtain airbags, a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) and ISOFIX child seat anchors. ADAS adds to its safety credentials further and makes it one of the safest options in its class.
Comparison with Hyundai Creta
Long a dominant player in the compact SUV space, the Hyundai Creta offers premium features, spacious cabin, and a reputation for reliability associated with it. However, the new Nissan Magnite facelift aims to challenge the Creta on multiple fronts:
- Price Advantage:
The facelift variant of the Magnite is expected to continue to be priced competitively and cheaper than the Creta. With this pricing strategy, maybe budget conscious buyers will buy yours. - Compact Design:
The Creta gets more space but if you are interested in something compact with bag styling and practicality, the Magnite does more. - Feature Parity:
The Magnite facelift comes with many features such as a 360-degree camera, connected car technology and ADAS at least matching, if not eclipsing the Creta, in terms of technology on offer. - Performance Options:
While the diesel is more powerful, the turbocharged petrol in Magnite makes for spunky performance, along with good fuel economy, which appeals to petrol car buffs. - Safety:
With ADAS on board, the Magnite outclasses fellow compacts when it comes to safety tech, and should help make it an enticing choice to those safety conscious.
Pricing and Variants
The Magnite facelift from Nissan is strategically positioned for a host of customers. We expect the base variants to start around ₹ 6 lakh, ex-showroom and the top ones to go over ₹ 10 lakh. The Magnite facelift pricing undercuts the Hyundai Creta by a large margin making it a compelling buy.
Conclusion
The Nissan Magnite facelift is a complete package that includes a fresh and freshening up new design, better features, and competitive pricing. With its very strong focus on safety, technology, and overall performance, the compact SUV segment sees the new model as a strong contender. It goes toe to toe with the Hyundai Creta a towering competitor but features unique strengths (and pricing) that ensure the Magnite can take more market share than it currently holds.
The Nissan Magnite facelift is certainly something for buyers who are looking for a feature rich, stylish and affordable compact SUV. The Japanese company also sees it as a sign of commitment to deliver value packed offerings in the Indian automotive market which could potentially turn out to be a game changer reshaping the segment’s dynamics.
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