THE latest edition of one of Nissan’s exciting models has been unveiled in India before its introduction in Bahrain ... now that a much-anticipated left-hand-drive version has been introduced.
The new Nissan Magnite, a compact SUV, combines sleek new styling, innovative advanced technology features, optimum efficiency and smart safety features.
Y K Almoayyed and Sons (YKA), the sole distributor of Nissan in the kingdom, described the vehicle as the ‘best Magnite yet’. “The Magnite is already well established in India and other right-hand drive markets, but this unveiling is an important landmark for Nissan in the region,” said Nissan Africa, Middle East, India, Europe and Oceania (AMIEO) region chairperson, Guillaume Cartier.
“Under the strategy of what we call ‘One Car, One World’, we will now export the new Magnite to a total of more than 65 markets from our state-of-the-art factory in Chennai.
“With this, India will become an export hub for Nissan. We are confident that the new Magnite will be equally loved and appreciated in markets across the Gulf region and beyond.”
The sales expansion following the recent Delhi launch event comes as part of the broad product offensive within the ‘Arc’, Nissan’s new business plan.
Since Nissan Motor India’s launch in December 2020, the Magnite had only been produced in right-hand drive configuration, with export to 20 specific markets. Building on the Magnite’s popularity, the left-hand drive version has now followed.
The Magnite is a striking compact SUV, with robust exterior styling complemented by LED lights front and rear, alloy wheels and roof rails.
Inside, tech-savvy drivers will be delighted with the digital TFT configurable driver display, four-colour adjustable ambient lighting, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as the wireless smartphone charger. For the comfort and convenience of rear passengers, there is also a USB charger and air vents.
Other seamless and sleek innovations include, remote engine start, walk away lock and approach unlock functions, cooled glove box storage, and an on-board air ioniser; ideal for customers with allergies or respiratory conditions.
The SUV’s reinforced steel provides impressive structural integrity. Six airbags are standard across all variants, while three-point seat belts are offered for rear passengers. And, demonstrating that close attention has been paid to driver comfort, the rear-view mirror is frameless, giving a wider field of view and it automatically dims to reduce distracting dazzle from cars behind.
Efficient performance is powered by an advanced turbocharged 1.0-litre engine which can be paired with either a manual or advanced Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). Offering the optimum balance of fuel economy and responsive performance, the engine generates 74kW (99hp) and 160Nm – impressive figures from such modest displacement.
Thanks to independent Macpherson strut suspension with anti-roll bars and rebound springs at the front and semi-independent coil spring suspension at the rear, occupants will enjoy a comfortable, calm ride without excess roll or pitch, even in the most challenging road conditions.
Nissan AMIEO Region Business Transformation divisional vice president, and Nissan India operations president, Frank Torres, added: “The Magnite represents everything Nissan stands for in a really compelling, compact package. It projects a confident attitude thanks to its striking design. This is combined with great tech innovations, while peace of mind comes from numerous safety features. And performance from its downsized turbo engine is lively, but economical.
“We’re delighted to bring that unique combination of qualities to so many new global markets.”
Despite its compact dimensions of less than four metres in length, the Magnite can accommodate five passengers comfortably, thanks to its generous wheelbase of 2500mm, making it ideal for urban mobility.
This urban focus is enhanced further with the inclusion of the ‘Around View Monitor’, which generates a bird’s-eye-view of the car from four cameras, which makes parking in tight spaces a low-stress exercise.
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