Nissan has officially confirmed the name of its upcoming compact SUV for India — Nissan Tekton. Designed to challenge the likes of the Hyundai Creta, the Tekton will serve as Nissan’s bold comeback to the highly competitive C-SUV market. Drawing design inspiration from the iconic Nissan Patrol, this new model blends premium styling with rugged SUV appeal.
Built in India for the World
The Tekton will be manufactured locally in India, serving both domestic and export markets. This marks an important step in Nissan’s strategy to strengthen its footprint in the region.
Design: Inspired by the Mighty Patrol
Early teasers reveal a strong and muscular exterior. The front gets a large grille framed by connected LED DRLs and C-shaped LED headlamps, giving the SUV a commanding road presence. The hood proudly bears the TEKTON lettering, while a sporty bumper with a skid plate adds a tough, off-road-ready vibe.
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From the side, the SUV features roof rails, bold wheel arches, and dual-tone alloy wheels. The rear door handles are neatly tucked away for a cleaner look, and a unique trim inspired by the Himalayas adds character to the profile. At the back, C-shaped connected LED tail lamps complete the cohesive design. Nissan confirms that the design shown in teasers is close to the final production model.
Interior and Features
Inside, the Tekton will feature a multi-layered dashboard with glossy black and copper-finished accents, suggesting a blend of modern style and practicality. While the full cabin reveal is yet to come, expected highlights include:
- Large touchscreen infotainment system
- Fully digital instrument cluster
- Automatic climate control
- Wireless phone charging
- Premium audio system
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ambient lighting
- Push-button start/stop
On the safety front, the Tekton is likely to come with multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, a 360-degree camera, and Level 2 ADAS for enhanced driver assistance.
Powertrain and Expected Pricing
Nissan hasn’t disclosed powertrain details yet, but the Tekton is expected to offer both manual and automatic transmission options, and possibly a hybrid variant in line with current market trends.
The SUV is projected to be priced from around Rs 10.5 lakh (ex-showroom) and is expected to launch in Q2 2026. Once on sale, it will compete directly with the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, and Volkswagen Taigun.
The arrival of the Nissan Tekton marks a promising return for the brand in India’s SUV segment, combining global styling cues with local production efficiency.
