The arrival of the 2026 Nissan Tekton in India has marked Nissan's comeback in the highly sought-after midsize SUV market with the starting price of INR Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). Nissan Tekton is not simply a rebadged model but rather a new model that encompasses a completely new design which further separates it from the Renault vehicle.


This all-new SUV from Nissan comes in six trim levels called Visia, Visia+, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, and Tekna+. Booking for this vehicle has already started and the first deliveries for the vehicle will be made either on or before the 20th of July 2026.

Exterior Sturdy Yet Luxury

With the bold design inspired by the top model of Nissan Patrol, the Nissan Tekton boasts off an aggressive looks compared to Renault Duster. With features like big grille with chrome plating, sophisticated LED head lamp and muscular bumper, this SUV exudes a strong road presence.

Although the side profile of this SUV is more or less similar to that of the Renault Duster, there are some additions by Nissan like unique bright alloy wheels, silver color body insert and strong wheel arches. At the rear end of the vehicle, the brand new light bar with C-shape tail lights and body colored tailgate makes it look modern and stylish. Boasting a ground clearance of 212 mm, the Tekton is a vehicle that is ready for the bumpy roads of India.

Luxury Cabin With Practical Features

When you enter, the interior has a special luxurious air of quality; it is outfitted with dual-tone of rose gold and burgundy dashboard. There is plenty of space in the cabin as it is so much of well-designed and installed with all advanced technology.

Some of the notable features in this vehicle include:

  • 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
  • 10.25-inch fully digital instrument panel
  • Panoramic sunroof
  • Wireless mobile phone charger
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Power-operated boot
  • Leather upholstery
  • 6-way adjusted front seats

The vehicle also provides a boot space of 518 litres which is quite useful for long family tours.

Two Turbo-petrol Engines

In terms of performance, Nissan Tekton provides two options of turbo-petrol engines.

Hyundai’s newest SUV features a 1.0 turbocharged, three-cylinder gasoline engine that produces 100 bhp and 166 Nm of torque, as well as a six-speed manual transmission, making it fit for daily roads while achieving excellent mileage of 19.4 km/l.
If a customer prefers a more powerful drive, an option of 1.3 litre turbo-petrol engine generating 163 hp power and 280 Nm torque will fulfill the requirements. The engine is paired with either a six-speed manual or a six-speed automatic transmission based on the user’s requirement.

The car's power performance is noteworthy among its rivals in the market, as the manual version efficiently reaches 0-100 km/h in just 9.51 seconds, whereas the DCT model takes 9.89 seconds. In spite of this, the power is combined with an above-average fuel economy of 17.8 kmpl for the manual version and 18.5 kmpl for the automatic.

There is no hybrid engine in the Duster, however, the turbo-petrol engines in use boast an excellent performance-to-refinement ratio.

Safety Features

When it comes to safety possibly the best quality of the Tekton is the fact that a package offered with the vehicle includes:

  • Six air bags
  • Level 2 ADAS
  • Camera that ensures 360-degree visibility
  • Blind-spot control
  • Electronic hand brake
  • Parking sensors in front and at the back

The greatest configuration provides Tekton with a chance to be among the best-offered SUVs in the class.

Price And Variants

Nissan Tekton 2026 price varies from INR 10.49 Lakhs to INR 18.59 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) where this vehicle competes against other mid-size SUVs available in India. The Nissan Tekton successfully enters one of the most complicated SUV sectors in India having a lot to offer. It appeals to buyers with its eye-catching company’s design, technologically advanced cab and high-performance turbo-petrol engines.