2024 Nissan Magnite vs Tata Nexon: Specifications Compared

Apart from more powerful engine options, the Tata Nexon also offers more premium features over the Nissan Magnite

The Nissan Magnite recently got its much-needed midlife update that brought with it subtle design changes and an updated set of features for the SUV. The Magnite, being a subcompact SUV, fends off segment stalwarts such as the Tata Nexon, which is a more premium offering. Here’s how the updated Magnite compares to the Nexon in terms of specifications and features on paper.

Dimensions

• While both SUVs are nearly equal in terms of length, the Nexon is wider and taller than the Magnite by 46 and 48 mm, respectively.

• Both the Magnite and Nexon are also close in terms of wheelbase, with the former taking the lead by a small margin.

• That said, it’s the Nexon that offers slightly extra ground clearance and 46 litres of additional boot area compared to the Magnite.

Powertrains

• Nissan only offers the Magnite either with a 1-litre naturally aspirated petrol or a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine option. The Nexon, on other hand, gets a choice of turbo-petrol, turbo-petrol CNG, and diesel engines.

• Comparing the turbo-petrol variants of both SUVs, the Nexon is 20 PS more powerful and also offers a higher torque output of up to 18 Nm.

• The Magnite turbo is available with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT automatic gearbox. On other hand, the Nexon turbo-petrol comes in four transmission options: 5-speed MT, 6-speed MT, 6-speed AMT, and 7-speed DCT.

• The Magnite’s naturally aspirated petrol version comes with either a 5-speed MT or a 5-speed AMT.

• In the diesel guise, the Nexon is available with either a 6-speed MT or a 6-speed AMT.

• The Nexon also comes with an optional turbo-petrol CNG powertrain, which is at par with the Magnite’s turbo-petrol power output.

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Feature Highlights

• Though both Magnite and Nexon are feature loaded, it’s the Tata Nexon which looks more premium thanks to its premium lighting elements.

• The Nexon comes equipped with a larger 10.25-inch touchscreen, a 10.25-inch fully digital driver’s display, and a 9-speaker sound system. In contrast, the Magnite has a smaller 8-inch screen and a 7-inch digital driver’s display, along with a 6-speaker sound system.

• Over the Magnite, the Nexon offers premium features like ventilated front seats and a panoramic sunroof. The Tata SUV, however, misses out on ambient lighting that is present in the Magnite.

• In terms of safety, both get 6 airbags (as standard) along with a 360-degree camera setup. The 360-degree camera on the Nexon also has blind view monitoring feature. The Tata SUV also comes with electronic stability control (ESC) which is not offered with the Magnite.

Price Range 

All prices are ex-showroom Delhi

The starting price of the Nissan Magnite is Rs 2 lakh lower than that of the Tata Nexon. Also, the Nexon tops at Rs 15.50 lakh, which is Rs 4 lakh higher than the price of the top-spec Magnite.

Final Takeaway

The Nissan Magnite offers better value for money compared to the Nexon as it includes all the necessary and a few nice-to-have features at a lower price. Thanks to its recent update, it now looks more premium than its predecessor. The Nissan Magnite is limited to naturally aspirated petrol and turbo-petrol engine options. However, it’s important to note that the Magnite’s turbo-petrol variant provides good drivability and doesn’t feel underpowered, unlike its naturally aspirated petrol version.

However, the Tata Nexon, owing to its higher price range not only offers more desirable features, such as a panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats,  but additionally also gets CNG and diesel engine options, along with a wide range of transmission options.

If you want a more premium-looking subcompact SUV with a long features list and powerful engine options, you should consider the Tata Nexon. However, if you are on a tight budget but seeking a subcompact SUV with all necessary features, the Magnite makes for a worthy pick.

So which of the two sub-4m SUVs would you pick and why? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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