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Nissan Names New India Midsize SUV Tekton, Sets Mid-2026 Launch

Built on the CMF-B platform in Chennai, the Patrol-inspired model is central to Nissan’s India reboot.

Overview

  • Nissan confirms CMF-B underpinnings shared with the next-generation Renault Duster, with production for India and select exports at the RenaultNissan Chennai plant.
  • The company sets a market debut window of April–June 2026, positioning the SUV against the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and other C-segment rivals.
  • Official teasers show a flat bonnet, wide front fascia and connected C-shaped LED signatures, with a glimpse of a triple-tone dashboard inside.
  • Final specifications are pending, with reporting indicating a petrol-led lineup, potential hybrid variants and ADAS on higher trims, while all-wheel drive is under evaluation.
  • Nissan frames Tekton as a keystone for its product push that also includes a sub-4m MPV in early 2026 and a seven-seat model around 2027.