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Who is the Nissan Magnite a good car for?
What is the Nissan Magnite like to drive?
Tech features in the Nissan Magnite
Similar cars to the Nissan Magnite
Is the Nissan Magnite a good car?
The Nissan Magnite compact crossover comes well-specified and is quite a good-looking car. It also offers customers a nice punchy engine and a compliant and comfortable drive. All this at a very competitive price point for vehicles in this segment. So for us, yes it is a good car.
Who is the Nissan Magnite a good car for?
The Nissan Magnite is a good car for young up and coming individuals that not only want something compact to buzz around town with but also to take on the occasional adventure. Those looking for a car that is practical and stylish without having to stretch their budget will certainly like the Nissan Magnite.
Is the Nissan Magnite a good first car?
With its compact dimensions, affordable price and easy to manoeuvre steering, the Nissan Magnite will be a great first car for someone that is new behind the steering wheel.
Is the Nissan Magnite a good family car?
Although it is a compact crossover, the Nissan Magnite still offer five seats and 336-litres of luggage space in the boot. While it might get a little cramped at the back with three teenagers, the Magnite will meet all the requirements from a new small family.
Is there a Hybrid Nissan Magnite?
The entire Nissan Magnite line-up is powered by a frugal 1.0-litre, turbocharged, 3-cylinder petrol motor and can be coupled to either a 5-speed manual or 5-step CVT automatic transmission. There are no hybrid models on offer currently, however, Nissan could surprise its customers with a hybrid derivative in the future.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewers opinion
"Of greater importance for a car of this type is the ride comfort. The Magnite, in typical Indian-car fashion, has a long-travel suspension, so it soaks up most road imperfections with ease. Speed bumps are equally effortlessly dealt with, thanks to a generous ground clearance of 205 mm. Overall, the balance between comfort and control is well-suited to the Magnite’s market positioning and intended use."
- Martin Pretorius, AutoTrader
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What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the Nissan Magnite like inside?
Although Nissan used hard plastics on the interior trim, these items are secured snugly and don't give any rattles while driving. Nissan did spend more resources on bolstering the standard equipment, even on the base Ascenta derivative. Customers can expect items such as automatic climate control, cruise control and an 8-inch colour touchscreen infotainment system with 6 speakers.
Wireless smartphone mirroring and wireless charging as well as a full-sized and configurable digital colour instrument cluster all feature as standard equipment, items you would have to specify of the options list on some of its competitors. It is indeed a very nice place to be and has about everything you need for your daily commute.
Style
The interior of the Nissan Magnite is modern yet reserved in terms of its styling. The exterior on the other hand is where Nissan showed its design hand. Upfront you will find aggressive looking headlamps, complemented by L-shaped LED daytime running lights lower down on the front bumpers. The wheel arches are slightly swollen to accommodate the 16-inch alloy wheels.
Down the side the shoulder line crease flow to the rear where it meets up with the wide angular taillamps. More folds can be found on the lower parts of the doors and central on the tailgate. Atop Nissan has added a little spoiler to finish off the roofline in fashion. The Magnite certainly with the chrome trimmings and angular design appears more premium than the price demands.
Tech features
- Signature LED daytime running lights
- LED Front fog lights
- 7.0-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display
- Cruise control
- Adjustable speed limiter
- 8.0-inch Infotainments system compatible with AM/ FM, RDS, USB, Bluetooth, WIFI Ready, Wireless Apple Carplay, Wireless Andriod Auto
- Steering wheel controls
- Rear Parking Camera
- Rear Parking sensors
- Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC)
- Traction Control System
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA)
- Dual Front Airbags
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Magnite?
The cheapest Nissan Magnite is the entry trim Ascenta - prices usually start from R 256 999
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How much does it cost?
| Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta | from R 256 999 |
| Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta auto | from R 280 100 |
| Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Plus | from R 282 600 |
| Nissan Magnite 1.0 Turbo Acenta Plus auto | from R 305 700 |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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