Nissan Tekton

New SA-bound (Duster-based) Nissan Tekton revealed

The new Nissan Tekton has finally been revealed, based squarely on the Indian-built Renault Duster and expected to launch in South Africa before the end of 2026…

- New Nissan Tekton unveiled in India
- Based on that market’s Renault Duster
- Expected in Mzansi before end of 2026

Meet the new Nissan Tekton. Revealed in India and based squarely on the Renault Duster built in that market, the box-fresh Tekton crossover is expected to launch in South Africa before the end of 2026.

Set to slot in above the Magnite but below the comparatively slow-selling X-Trail, the new Nissan Tekton will effectively arrive as a long-awaited – potentially more competitively priced – replacement for the locally discontinued Qashqai.

Featuring what Nissan terms “Patrol-inspired styling” up front, the new Tekton rides on the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance’s CMF-B platform (just like the Duster, of course). It measures 4 348 mm long, 1 815 mm wide and 1 674 mm tall, while its wheelbase comes in at 2 657 mm. The Japanese company lists a ground clearance figure of 212 mm.

Inside, top-spec versions of this new 5-seater crossover are expected to feature a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen. Other cabin highlights include a panoramic sunroof, powered front seats, wireless smartphone charging and a raft of advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) features.

In India, the Tekton will be offered with a choice of 2 turbocharged petrol engines, each driving the front axle as standard (no word yet on any AWD options). The first is a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder mill generating 74 kW and 166 Nm, available exclusively with a 6-speed manual gearbox.

The 2nd engine is a 1.3-litre, 4-cylinder unit delivering 120 kW and 280 Nm, and offered with either a 6-speed manual or a (wet) dual-clutch transmission with the same number of cogs. It’s not yet clear whether both powertrains will be marketed here in Mzansi.

 

Nissan Tekton scores 5 stars in Bharat NCAP crash test - Team-BHP​

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The Nissan Tekton has received a 5-star rating from Bharat NCAP. The midsize SUV scored 30.49/32 points for adult occupant protection and 45/59 points for child occupant protection.

The Tekton secured 14.49/16 points in the frontal offset deformable barrier test. It offered good protection to the head and neck of the occupants. Chest protection for the driver was rated as adequate, and that for the passenger was good.

The car offered good protection to the lower body, except for the driver’s shin and feet, which showed adequate protection.

The Tekton was awarded full points in the side movable deformable barrier test, as it offered good protection overall. The side pole impact test also showed good protection.

Dynamic tests were conducted with the use of child restraint systems. The Tekton received a dynamic score of 24/24 and a CRS installation score of 12/12. The vehicle assessment score was 9/13.

The test vehicle was equipped with dual front airbags, head and chest airbags, ISOFIX, a seat belt reminder, belt pretensioner and load limiter, ISOFIX, and ESC.
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Nissan Tekton revealed with Renault Duster genes, and it’s coming to South Africa

The first-ever Nissan Tekton has been revealed in India, and the new compact SUV has been confirmed for South Africa.

After more than 60 years, Nissan has ended vehicle production in South Africa, having sold its Rosslyn plant to Chery, but the Japanese carmaker will soldier on as an importer, with the Tekton likely to become one of its strongest contenders in the local market.

Developed and produced in India in partnership with Renault, the Tekton is closely based on the Renault Duster SUV, but features unique frontal styling inspired by the latest Patrol. It will be exported to 50 markets across Africa and the Middle East.

Pricing and specifications for the local market have yet to be revealed, but the newcomer will slot above the Nissan Magnite, likely competing with the likes of Suzuki’s Grand Vitara, Kia’s Seltos and Hyundai’s Creta.

Built on the Alliance’s CMF-B platform and measuring 4,349mm in length, it is similar in size to these aforementioned rivals. That makes it slightly shorter than the 4,425mm previous-generation Qashqai.

Customers can choose from two turbo-petrol engines: a 1.0-litre unit that produces 74kW and 166Nm, paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, and a 1.3-litre engine that delivers 120kW and 280Nm through either a six-speed manual or six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The interior of the Tekton features an infotainment system with built-in Google and all its associated apps, including Google Assistant and Google Maps, while local models will offer features such as dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats and a panoramic sunroof.

 
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