Nissan has formally begun exporting the India‑built Tekton SUV, dispatching the first batch to South Africa, Bhutan and Nepal on 1 September 2026. The company aims to strengthen its position in the mid‑size SUV segment with this model.
In India, the Tekton is offered with two turbo‑petrol engine options: - 1.0‑litre, 3‑cylinder turbo‑petrol, paired with a 6‑speed manual gearbox only. - 1.3‑litre, 4‑cylinder turbo‑petrol, available with 6‑speed manual or 6‑speed dual‑clutch automatic (DCT).
The SUV is based on the **Renault Duster platform**, targeting buyers who want a robust, feature‑rich mid‑size SUV.
For Nepal, the Tekton was introduced during the NAIMA Nepal Mobility Expo 2026, where it drew strong visitor interest. The introductory price starts at Rs 51.29 lakh, with higher variants positioned above this. With exports now underway, Nepali customers can expect dealer deliveries to follow the expo debut soon.
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