Nissan launches Tekton SUV in India at ₹10.49 lakh to challenge Creta, Seltos

Nissan has launched the all-new Tekton in India at an introductory starting price of ₹10.49 lakh (ex-showroom), with the top-end Tekna+ T280 DCT priced at ₹18.59 lakh. The midsize SUV marks Nissan’s return to one of India’s most competitive passenger vehicle segments, where it will rival the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Tata Sierra, Maruti Grand Vitara and the upcoming Renault Duster.  

Bookings for the Nissan Tekton are now open, and deliveries would begin from July 20. 

The Tekton is offered with two turbo-petrol powertrains. The T160 1.0-litre turbo engine produces 100 PS and 160 Nm, paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox and returns a claimed 19.4 kmpl. The more powerful T280 1.3-litre turbo-petrol develops 163 PS and 280 Nm, and is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed wet-clutch DCT, delivering a claimed fuel efficiency of 17.8 kmpl (MT) and 18.5 kmpl (DCT).

Nissan said the SUV will be available in 12 variants: six each with the T160 and T280 powertrains across four trims and 11 colour options. The company is also offering special introductory prices, along with a 5-year Nissan Care package, comprising a 5-year warranty (3+2) and a 5-year maintenance package.

Here are interior details:

The Tekton’s cabin features quilted seats and door panels that Nissan says draw inspiration from the contours of the Himalayas. The SUV also gets soft-touch materials across the dashboard, a dual-screen setup with Google built-in, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, wireless charging, ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, a 360-degree camera and connected car technology with over-the-air updates. Nissan is positioning the interior as a premium, technology-led space aimed at buyers looking for comfort as much as features. The Tekton will be available in 11 exterior colour options, including six monotone and five dual-tone shades, across four styling themes.

On the safety front, the Tekton has secured a 5-star Bharat NCAP crash safety rating.

Nissan is offering the Tekton with a choice of manual and automatic transmissions across multiple trims, allowing buyers to choose between a value-focused family SUV and a feature-rich premium variant. Deliveries are expected to begin shortly after bookings commence.