Nissan Magnite

Summary

The Nissan Magnite is a sub-compact SUV that rewrites the rules of urban driving with its bold design, rich-in-tech interior, and efficient turbocharged engine. The Magnite is a fashionably styled 5-seat sub-compact SUV with sophisticated technology and comfort. 

The 2025 renewal brings in a newly updated hexagonal-grille air intake, LED headlights in line with the typical V-motion, and 16-inch alloy wheels. Equipped with a 7-inch digital driver display, display audio screen with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, and quilted leatherette seat skins. 

At the leading edge is a 1.0L, 3-cylinder turbocharged engine producing 99hp, sending power through either a manual or XTRONIC CVT transmission.

Available in various trims, the new Nissan Magnite presents itself as a perfect version for anyone looking for a value-for-money crossover that absorbs impressive reliability and a feature-full driving experience. 

Price

The Nissan Magnite 2025 is expected to be priced at AED 26,250.

Variants

The Nissan Magnite is available in six trims: Visa, Visa+, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, and Tekna+. Prices are expected to start from AED 26,250  for an entry-level Visa to AED 50,300 for the top-of-the-line Tekna Plus.

Color options

The all-new 2025 Nissan Magnite is available in an extensive palette of 13 colors, five of which will feature two-tone combinations. This palette provides ample avenues for customers to choose from, with vibrant and stylish color combinations​.

Engine and Transmission

The Nissan Magnite is powered by a 1.0L turbocharged, 3-cylinder unit rated at 99hp and 160 Nm of torque. The engine is mated either to a 5-speed MT or to the XTRONIC CVT for smooth and efficient drivetrain. 

Features like Advanced mirror bore coating and electric turbo actuators make the Magnite Sport-Tech responsive in handling with dynamic acceleration, hence it is versatile and fuel-efficient options for city drives.

Features

• Interior

  The tech cabin of the 2025 Nissan Magnite is equipped with "MODURE" quilted leatherette seats in a premium feel, with contrast stitching inspired by the hexagonal front grille theme. Adding to comfort, key touchpoints will get a 360-degree leather treatment, while a 7-inch digital driver display now features updated graphics. 
  The cabin gets convenience and infotainment from wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and a phone charger. Ambient lighting raises ambiance inside, provided in four colors.

• Exterior

  The bold exterior of Magnite shows a new hexagonal front grille, Funky LED HeadLamp, and more muscular front apron. The car sits on newly designed alloy wheels with roof rails and enhances dynamism in its structure. It will be offered in 13 color options-five two-tone-for ample personalization.

• Entertainment and convenience

  The Magnite enjoys a wireless Smartphone charger, walk-away lock, approach-unlock functions, a cooled glove box, air-vents for the rear passengers, and an air-ionizer to keep indoor air quality high.

• Comfort

  The Magnite is designed for comfort, offering ample cabin space for five passengers. Features include rear air vents, a remote engine start, and a frameless rearview mirror with auto-dimming functionality

• Safety

  Safety features include six airbags, a frameless rearview mirror, Hill Start Assist, Traction Control, a 360-degree Around View Monitor, and a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)​

Fuel efficiency

The Nissan Magnite gives impressive fuel efficiency with a turbocharged 1.0L, the fuel return of the manual transmission and XTRONIC CVT is 20 km/l and 17.4 km/l, respectively, in the combined cycle. The Magnite can have as far as 800 km on a single tank of its 40L capacity under ideal conditions. Realistically, drivers should expect at least 700 km of range before refueling.

Best Value for Money

The Acenta derivative is the best value-for-money variant in the Magnite lineup, as it has more or less struck a balance between style, comfort, and performance. It boasts LED headlights, 16-inch alloy wheels, and roof rails, too, giving the car a sportier look. Inside, there's wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 7-inch digital driver display, and a wireless smartphone charger.

For comfort, the Acenta variant would include remote engine start, rear air vents, and keyless entry. Power gain is a well-rounded safety option, featuring six airbags, Hill Assist, Traction Control, and 360-degree Around View Monitor.

Alternatives

Competitors  for the Nissan Magnite come in the form of the Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue as well as the Skoda Kushaq.