Nissan will now bring its Creta rival in India and directly attacking on of the most popular and loved SUV can be very competitive take. Nissan has faced very bad years previously, leaving only one of its models thee Nissan Magnite in the Market. Nissan has previously launched Its X-Trail via the CBU route and seeing its sales, it did no do any better in India as the company slowly faded away and then got over shadowed by the other brands. Nissan Tekton is gearing up for an India launch as the brand’s comeback SUV. Positioned as a direct rival to the Hyundai Creta, the Tekton marks Nissan’s fresh attempt to regain its place in the competitive Indian SUV market.
The New Nissan?
The new Nissan for India will be the Nissan Tekton that will target The already popular Creta and has been marketed with the same tags. It seems very tough to marks its territory against Creta and then it will surely compete with the Creta’s competition.
Competition:
The main competition of the Nissan Tekton will be Hyundai Creta. All the variants of the Creta that the Nissan Tekton will compete against are listed below.
| Variant Name | Engine Type | Transmission | Fuel Type | Key Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | 1.5L Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | Petrol | Entry-level trim offering essential features, manual air conditioning, and standard safety kit. |
| EX | 1.5L Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | Petrol | Adds infotainment system, rear camera, and more connectivity features over the base model. |
| S | 1.5L Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | Petrol | Gains LED elements, touchscreen interface, and enhanced comfort features. |
| S (IVT) | 1.5L Petrol | Intelligent Variable Transmission (CVT) | Petrol | Smooth automatic drive with same comfort features as S manual trim. |
| SX | 1.5L Petrol | 6-Speed Manual | Petrol | Mid-range option offering panoramic sunroof, larger touchscreen, and connected tech. |
| SX (IVT) | 1.5L Petrol | Intelligent Variable Transmission (CVT) | Petrol | Automatic version of SX with same premium touches and advanced infotainment. |
| SX Tech (O) | 1.5L Petrol | Intelligent Variable Transmission (CVT) | Petrol | Enhanced with extra safety aids, ventilated seats, and digital instrument display. |
| S+ Diesel | 1.5L Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Diesel | Diesel alternative offering good torque with comfort and practicality. |
| SX Diesel | 1.5L Diesel | 6-Speed Manual | Diesel | Adds more style and creature comforts while maintaining fuel efficiency. |
| SX (O) Diesel AT | 1.5L Diesel | 6-Speed Automatic | Diesel | Top-end diesel trim with automatic convenience, premium interiors, and safety tech. |
| SX (O) 1.5 Turbo Petrol DCT | 1.5L Turbo Petrol | 7-Speed DCT (Dual-Clutch) | Petrol | Performance-focused variant with sporty feel, advanced features, and modern styling. |
| SX (O) Knight Edition | 1.5L Turbo Petrol / 1.5L Diesel | DCT / AT | Petrol / Diesel | Sporty design touches, dark-themed aesthetics, and all high-end features included. |
| SX (O) AWD Diesel | 1.5L Diesel | 6-Speed Manual / Automatic (AWD) | Diesel | Top-tier diesel variant with all-wheel-drive capability and fully loaded interiors. |
What does the Nissan Tekton get?
The Nissan Tekton is an upcoming compact C-segment SUV that is expected to go on sale in India by mid-2026. It is being developed through the Renault-Nissan alliance and will be built at the Chennai facility, both for domestic sales and select exports. The SUV rides on the CMF-B modular platform shared with the next-generation Renault Duster. Its design takes inspiration from Nissan’s larger Patrol SUV, featuring a strong, upright bonnet, flared wheel arches, bold proportions and full width LED light bars front and rear. On the sides, it will have signature C-shaped lighting elements, roof rails, rugged cladding and pillar-mounted rear door handles. Inside, the cabin will aim for a premium look with layered materials, soft touches, ambient lighting accents, a large touchscreen infotainment unit, and a driver display that likely will be digital. It is expected to be available in petrol and hybrid versions, with higher variants possibly getting more advanced gear such as all-wheel drive. The Tekton is being positioned to challenge strong rivals in this segment like the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Skoda Kushaq, and Toyota Hyryder. As for pricing, early indications suggest a starting ex-showroom rate in the region of ₹11 lakh, though final pricing, variant breakdown, and full specification will be confirmed closer to the launch. Click to get updated on current fuel norms.
Conclusion:
It can be a good competition to rival against the Creta but the only problem will be is the time that it will take to grow in the Indian market as the company has already suffered in India. But surely it is a good package for the Indian market.
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