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Nissan Magnite Kuro launched in India at Rs 8.31 lakh

In October 2024, the facelifted model of the Nissan Magnite was launched in India at a starting price of Rs 5.99 lakh. Nissan Motor India has now added an all-black ‘Kuro’ edition to the facelifted SUV’s lineup. Prices for the Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition start at Rs 8.31 lakh and go up to Rs 10.87 lakh. It is based on the N-Connecta variant of the SUV. Buyers can book their unit of the special edition SUV for a token amount of Rs 11,000.

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Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition: Everything you need to know

Here is the price list for the Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition.

Powertrain	Price
1.0L NA MT	Rs 8.31 lakh
1.0L NA AMT	Rs 8.86 lakh
1.0L Turbo MT	Rs 9.72 lakh
1.0L Turbo CVT	Rs 10.87 lakh

The Kuro edition of the Nissan Magnite takes its name from the Japanese word for black. The SUV features an all-black exterior. The grille, skid plates, roof rails, alloy wheels, and back door handles have been completely blacked out. The LED headlamps have a black tint and are equipped with Lightsaber turn indicators for better visibility and commanding road presence.

The all-black theme continues inside the SUV as well. The dashboard, steering, gear stick, sun visors, and door trims flaunt a black finish. In terms of feature upgrades, the Nissan Magnite Kuro edition gets a wireless charger and a stealth dashcam.

No changes have been made under the hood of the special edition Magnite. It continues to be offered in 2 engine options. The 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine produces a maximum power output of 72hp and 96Nm of torque. This engine can be linked to a 5-speed manual or automatic transmission. Meanwhile, the 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine produces a maximum power output of 100hp and 160Nm of torque. This engine can be mated to a 5-speed manual or CVT gearbox.

Mr Saurabh Vatsa, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said: “The New Nissan Magnite KURO Special Edition embodies bold design and refined craftsmanship, thoughtfully created in response to strong customer demand for a distinctive, premium, and feature-packed offering. The previous edition of the Nissan Magnite KURO Special Edition received an overwhelming response from customers for its striking all-black aesthetic and unique identity”.

Final Thoughts

The Kuro Edition of the Nissan Magnite inherits the safety features of the N-Connecta variant. The Magnite is currently one of the safest compact SUVs on Indian roads. It was awarded a 5-star rating from the Bharat NCAP last month. The prices of the regular variants of the SUV start at Rs 6.14 lakh and go up to Rs 11.92 lakh. It rivals Kia Sonet, Hyundai Venue, Tata Nexon, Mahindra XUV 3XO, Tata Punch, and Maruti Suzuki Brezza in India.

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