Nissan Tekton
Nissan's mid-size SUV, built in Chennai alongside the closely related Renault Duster but with its own body, cabin and equipment. It offers a 100 PS 1.0 turbo or a 163 PS 1.3 turbo, 212 mm of ground clearance and a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. It suits buyers who want a well-equipped Creta rival and are happy with petrol only.
- Seating
- 5
- Engine
- 999–1333 cc
- Mileage
- 17.8–19.4 km/l
- 163 PS 1.3 turbo with manual or 6-speed DCT
- 5-star Bharat NCAP rating
- 212 mm ground clearance
- 518 litres of boot to the parcel shelf
- Panoramic sunroof from N-Connecta
- Level 2 ADAS from Tekna
- N-Connecta₹13.69 lakh
With the 163 PS 1.3 turbo, N-Connecta gets the panoramic sunroof, 18-inch alloys, dual-zone AC and the big driver display: ₹14.99 lakh as a manual or ₹16.49 lakh with the DCT. That covers most wants.
- Tekna₹15.39 lakh
Step up to Tekna for ventilated seats and Level 2 ADAS. The 1.3 DCT at ₹17.79 lakh also gets adaptive cruise with stop and go, which makes heavy traffic easier.
- Renault Duster₹10.49 – 18.69 lakh
- Mahindra Thar₹10.32 – 18.99 lakh
- Mahindra XUV 3XO EV₹13.89 – 14.96 lakh
Nissan Tekton specifications
- Claimed mileage17.8–19.4 km/l
- Transmission6-speed manual, 6-speed DCT
- Body typeSUV
- Fuel typePetrol
- Engine999–1333 cc
- Seating capacity5
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| Engines | 1.0 turbo petrol, 1.3 turbo petrol |
|---|---|
| Gearboxes | 6-speed manual, 6-speed DCT |
| Power | 100 PS (T160), 163 PS (T280) |
| Torque | 166 Nm (T160), 280 Nm (T280) |
| Claimed mileage | 17.8–19.4 km/l |
| Seats | 5 |
| Length | 4349 mm |
| Width | 1815 mm |
| Height | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2657 mm |
| Ground clearance | 212 mm |
| Boot space | 518 litres |
| Fuel tank | 50 litres |
Nissan Tekton variants: price and features
- Base variantTekton
Visia
₹10.49 lakhOn-road priceKey features- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Tyre pressure monitor
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- 6 airbags
- Electronic stability control (ESC)
- Tyre pressure monitor
- LED headlamps with auto on/off
- Rear AC vents
- Rear parking sensors
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Visia+
₹11.14 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.65 lakh more than Visia for- 9-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear parking camera
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- 9-inch touchscreen
- Wireless Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
- Rear parking camera
- Steering-mounted audio controls
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Acenta
₹11.79 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.65 lakh more than Visia+ for- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Keyless entry with push-button start
- Rear wiper and defogger
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- 10.1-inch touchscreen
- Keyless entry with push-button start
- Rear wiper and defogger
- 60:40 split rear seat
- Roof rails
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N-Connecta
₹13.69 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.90 lakh more than Acenta for- Panoramic sunroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-zone climate control
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- Panoramic sunroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-zone climate control
- 10.25-inch digital driver display
- Cruise control
- Tekton
N-Connecta
₹14.99 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.30 lakh more than N-Connecta for- 163 PS 1.3 turbo petrol
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- 163 PS 1.3 turbo petrol
- Panoramic sunroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-zone climate control
- 10.25-inch digital driver display
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Acenta
₹14.99 lakhOn-road priceSame price as N-Connecta, and adds- 163 PS turbo with 6-speed DCT
- Cruise control
- Electronic parking brake with auto hold
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- 163 PS turbo with 6-speed DCT
- Cruise control
- Electronic parking brake with auto hold
- Paddle shifters
- Rear disc brakes
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Tekna
₹15.39 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.40 lakh more than Acenta for- Level 2 ADAS
- Ventilated front seats
- Powered driver's seat
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- Level 2 ADAS
- Ventilated front seats
- Powered driver's seat
- 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
- Rear disc brakes
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Tekna
₹16.39 lakhOn-road priceKey features- Level 2 ADAS
- Ventilated front seats
- Powered driver's seat
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- Level 2 ADAS
- Ventilated front seats
- Powered driver's seat
- 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
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Tekna+
₹16.49 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.10 lakh more than Tekna for- 360-degree camera
- Powered tailgate
- Google built-in infotainment
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- 360-degree camera
- Powered tailgate
- Google built-in infotainment
- Powered front passenger seat
- Dual-tone paint option
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N-Connecta
₹16.49 lakhOn-road priceSame price as Tekna+, and adds- Panoramic sunroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-zone climate control
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- Panoramic sunroof
- 18-inch alloy wheels
- Dual-zone climate control
- 10.25-inch digital driver display
- Wireless charger
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Tekna
₹17.79 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹1.30 lakh more than N-Connecta for- Level 2 ADAS with adaptive cruise control
- Ventilated front seats
- Powered driver's seat
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- Level 2 ADAS with adaptive cruise control
- Ventilated front seats
- Powered driver's seat
- Hill descent control
- 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
- Top variantTekton
Tekna+
₹18.59 lakhOn-road pricePay ₹0.80 lakh more than Tekna for- 360-degree camera
- Powered tailgate
- Google built-in infotainment
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- 360-degree camera
- Powered tailgate
- Google built-in infotainment
- Powered front passenger seat
- Dual-tone paint option
Our verdict on the Tekton
The Tekton is a strong new entry. The 1.3 turbo is quick, the cabin is well equipped from N-Connecta up, and the 5-star Bharat NCAP result, six airbags and 212 mm ground clearance tick the family boxes. The lower trims use the 100 PS 1.0 turbo, which is adequate but feels stretched in a car this size, and the base Visia has steel wheels and no touchscreen. There is no diesel or hybrid, and Nissan's service network is much smaller than Hyundai's, Kia's or Maruti's, which also affects resale. It shares mechanicals with the Renault Duster, so compare the two on price and nearest workshop. We would buy an N-Connecta 1.3, and stretch to a Tekna DCT only if ADAS and ventilated seats matter to you.
Good things
- Strong 163 PS 1.3 turbo with manual or DCT
- 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and six airbags as standard
- Well equipped from N-Connecta: sunroof, dual-zone AC, big screens
- 212 mm ground clearance and a large boot
Could be better
- 100 PS 1.0 turbo feels stretched in a car this size
- Base Visia is sparse: steel wheels, no touchscreen
- No diesel or hybrid option
- Nissan's service network is small, which also hurts resale
Nissan Tekton colours and photos
- Pearl White
- Blade Silver
- Moonbow Gray
- Onyx Black
- Flare Garnet Red
- Indigo Blue
- Pearl White & Onyx Black
- Blade Silver & Onyx Black
- Moonbow Gray & Onyx Black
- Flare Garnet Red & Onyx Black
- Indigo Blue & Onyx Black
Nissan Tekton: a well-equipped Creta rival with a strong turbo
The Tekton is Nissan's new mid-size SUV for India, built in Chennai on the same platform and with the same engines as the Renault Duster. It has its own Patrol-inspired styling, connected LED lights front and rear and a different cabin, and it is also exported to markets such as South Africa, Nepal and Bhutan. Prices run from ₹10.49 lakh to ₹18.59 lakh ex-showroom.
Two turbo petrol engines are offered. The T160 is a 1.0-litre three-cylinder with 100 PS and 166 Nm, offered only with a 6-speed manual (19.4 km/l claimed). The T280 is a 1.3-litre four-cylinder with 163 PS and 280 Nm, with a 6-speed manual (17.8 km/l) or a 6-speed wet-clutch DCT (18.5 km/l). DCT versions add an electronic parking brake, auto hold and rear disc brakes.
It is 4,349 mm long with a 2,657 mm wheelbase, 212 mm of ground clearance and a 518-litre boot to the parcel shelf. It scored five stars in Bharat NCAP, and every version has six airbags and ESC. Higher trims add a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, ventilated seats, Level 2 ADAS and a 360-degree camera, with Google built-in on the top Tekna+.
Should I pick the T160 or the T280?
The T160 1.0 turbo is fine for city driving, but the Tekton is a big car and the T280 1.3 turbo is far more relaxed on highways and with a full load. At N-Connecta the T280 manual costs ₹1.3 lakh more, and it is the only engine offered with an automatic.
How is it different from the Renault Duster?
They share the platform, engines and gearboxes. The Tekton has different styling, a different cabin and its own trim structure; both start at ₹10.49 lakh. Compare the trim you want on price and equipment, and check which brand's workshop is nearer.
Is the base Visia worth it?
Only on a tight budget. It has the safety basics and LED headlamps, but steel wheels and no touchscreen. Visia+ adds a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless phone mirroring and a rear camera for ₹65,000 more, and is the sensible starting point.
Which trims get ADAS?
Level 2 ADAS starts at Tekna, including autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist and blind spot warning. Adaptive cruise control with stop and go is offered only with the DCT. Tekna+ adds a 360-degree camera and more ADAS functions.
Tekton vs rivals
| Spec | Nissan Tekton₹10.49 – 18.59 lakh | Renault Duster₹10.49 – 18.69 lakh | Mahindra Thar₹10.32 – 18.99 lakh | Mahindra XUV 3XO EV₹13.89 – 14.96 lakh | Tata Curvv₹10.00 – 18.75 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Body | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol | Diesel, Petrol | Electric | Petrol, Diesel |
| Engines | 1.0 turbo petrol, 1.3 turbo petrol | 1.0 turbo petrol, 1.3 turbo petrol | 1.5 diesel, 2.2 diesel, 2.0 turbo petrol | Electric | 1.2 turbo petrol, 1.2 GDi turbo petrol, 1.5 diesel |
| Power | 100 PS (T160), 163 PS (T280) | 100 PS (TCe 100), 163 PS (TCe 160) | 119–162 PS | 150 PS | 125 PS |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual, 6-speed DCT | 6-speed manual, 6-speed DCT | Manual, Automatic | Single-speed | Manual, DCA |
| Mileage | 17.8–19.4 km/l | 17.75–19.41 km/l | 15.2 km/l | 285 km real-world (Mahindra claim) | 17.4 km/l |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Boot | 518 litres | 518 litres | 600 litres | 364 litres | 500 litres |
| Compare | Viewing | Tekton vs Duster | Tekton vs Thar | Tekton vs XUV 3XO EV | Tekton vs Curvv |
Nissan Tekton mileage
- 999 cc, PetrolManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 19.4 km/l
- 1333 cc, PetrolManual
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 17.8 km/l
- 1333 cc, PetrolDCT
- Claimed (ARAI)
- 18.5 km/l
Nissan Tekton on-road price and EMI
Every state →- New Delhi₹12.11 – 21.43 lakh
- Mumbai₹12.34 – 21.85 lakh
- Bengaluru₹13.04 – 23.08 lakh
- Chennai₹12.95 – 22.92 lakh
- Kolkata₹12.11 – 21.43 lakh
- Bhopal₹12.11 – 21.43 lakh
Estimated for the cheapest and dearest variant we price: road tax, registration, FASTag and insurance. Own-damage insurance varies by insurer.
Tekton EMI
₹17,625 a month
On ₹10.49 lakh ex-showroom, 20% down (₹2.10 lakh), 5 years at 9.5%. Total interest ₹2.18 lakh.
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Nissan Tekton FAQ
What is the price of the Nissan Tekton in India?
The Nissan Tekton costs ₹10.49 to 18.59 lakh ex-showroom, depending on the variant. The on-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance, which depend on your state.
Which fuel options does the Nissan Tekton come with?
The Nissan Tekton is sold with petrol power (1.0 turbo petrol, 1.3 turbo petrol).
What is the mileage of the Nissan Tekton?
The claimed (ARAI) mileage of the Nissan Tekton is 17.8–19.4 km/l.
How many people can the Nissan Tekton seat?
The Nissan Tekton is a 5-seater suv.
What is the length of the Nissan Tekton?
The Nissan Tekton is 4349 mm long, 1815 mm wide and 1674 mm tall, with a 2657 mm wheelbase.
How much boot space does the Nissan Tekton have?
The Nissan Tekton has 518 litres of boot space.
Does the Nissan Tekton come with an automatic gearbox?
The Nissan Tekton is offered with 6-speed manual, 6-speed dct gearboxes.
What is the ground clearance of the Nissan Tekton?
The Nissan Tekton has 212 mm of ground clearance.
Which Nissan Tekton variant should I buy?
It depends on your budget and which features you will actually use. Book a 15-minute call with Smart4Wheels and we will tell you which variant is worth it for you, and which to skip.
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