Nissan’s Duster-based midsize SUV runs from ₹10.49 lakh to ₹18.59 lakh ex-showroom across 12 versions. The sweet spot is the ₹14.99 lakh N-Connecta with the 163 PS turbo.
Of the 12 Nissan Tekton versions on sale since 9 July, the one to buy is the N-Connecta T280 manual at ₹14.99 lakh ex-showroom: it pairs the strong 1.3-litre turbo with the big screens and the 360-degree camera, without paying for a sunroof. The range starts at ₹10.49 lakh, which comes to about ₹12.21 lakh on the road in Mumbai on The Spec’d’s figures. Under the Patrol-inspired styling it shares its structure and both engines with the Renault Duster, and it carries a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating.
Nissan Tekton price list, every version
T160 is the 1.0-litre turbo, T280 the 1.3-litre turbo. On-road figures are our Mumbai estimates.
| Version | Ex-showroom | Mumbai on-road (about) |
| Visia T160 MT | ₹10.49 lakh | ₹12.21 lakh |
| Visia Plus T160 MT | ₹11.14 lakh | ₹12.96 lakh |
| Acenta T160 MT | ₹11.79 lakh | ₹13.71 lakh |
| N-Connecta T160 MT | ₹13.69 lakh | ₹15.9 lakh |
| Acenta T280 DCT | ₹14.99 lakh | ₹17.48 lakh |
| N-Connecta T280 MT | ₹14.99 lakh | ₹17.48 lakh |
| Tekna T160 MT | ₹15.39 lakh | ₹17.87 lakh |
| Tekna T280 MT | ₹16.39 lakh | ₹19.1 lakh |
| N-Connecta T280 DCT | ₹16.49 lakh | ₹19.21 lakh |
| Tekna Plus T160 MT | ₹16.49 lakh | ₹19.14 lakh |
| Tekna T280 DCT | ₹17.79 lakh | ₹20.72 lakh |
| Tekna Plus T280 DCT | ₹18.59 lakh | ₹21.64 lakh |
T160 or T280: which engine?
| T160 (1.0 turbo) | T280 (1.3 turbo) | |
| Engine | 999 cc, 3 cylinders | 1,333 cc, 4 cylinders |
| Power | 100 PS | 163 PS |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed manual only | 6-speed manual or 6-speed DCT automatic |
| Claimed mileage (ARAI) | 19.4 kmpl | 17.8 kmpl manual, 18.5 kmpl DCT |
Torque is the pulling power you feel when you press the accelerator, and the T280 has about 70% more of it. That is the difference you notice with five people and luggage on a ghat road. At N-Connecta level the bigger engine costs ₹1.30 lakh more, and for most buyers it’s worth it. The T160 suits light city use, and remember it comes with a manual gearbox only.
The mileage figures above are Nissan’s ARAI claims. We haven’t found a published independent fuel-economy test of the Tekton yet, so expect real-world numbers to land below them, as they do for every car.
Which Nissan Tekton version is worth buying
- N-Connecta T160 MT (₹13.69 lakh): ₹1.90 lakh over the Acenta buys the 10.1-inch touchscreen with Google built-in, the 10.25-inch digital driver display, a 360-degree camera and a wireless charger.
- N-Connecta T280 MT (₹14.99 lakh), our pick: the same kit plus the 163 PS engine, for ₹1.30 lakh more. On our numbers, that is about ₹29,366 a month on the Mumbai on-road price, with 20% down over five years.
- Acenta T280 DCT (₹14.99 lakh): the cheapest Tekton automatic. Same price as our pick, but you give up the big screens and the 360-degree camera to get two pedals.
- Tekna T280 MT (₹16.39 lakh): ₹1.40 lakh over our pick for a panoramic sunroof and ventilated front seats. Nice in May, hard to justify on value.
- Tekna Plus T280 DCT (₹18.59 lakh): the only way to get the full Level 2 ADAS suite with the turbo automatic. ADAS (driver assists like adaptive cruise control and lane keeping) is reserved for the top trims.
Tekton vs Creta vs Seltos vs Duster on price
| Model | Starts at (ex-showroom) | Mumbai on-road from (about) | Cheapest automatic |
| Nissan Tekton | ₹10.49 lakh | ₹12.21 lakh | ₹14.99 lakh (1.3 turbo DCT) |
| Renault Duster | ₹10.49 lakh | ₹12.21 lakh | ₹14.49 lakh (1.3 turbo DCT) |
| Hyundai Creta | ₹10.91 lakh | ₹12.75 lakh | ₹14.50 lakh (petrol IVT) |
| Kia Seltos | ₹11.25 lakh | ₹13.15 lakh | ₹13.72 lakh (petrol IVT) |
Here is the awkward part for Nissan: the Duster starts at exactly the same price, uses the same 100 PS and 163 PS engines, and sells its 1.3 turbo automatic for ₹50,000 less. Choose the Tekton for its styling, its equipment mix or a Nissan dealer near you, not for a price advantage. Run your own matchups on Tekton vs Duster and Creta vs Tekton, or read our Tekton, Creta and Seltos numbers breakdown.
The trade-offs to know before you book
- The crash rating is borrowed. Bharat NCAP gave the Tekton 5 stars for adults (30.49 out of 32) and 5 for children (45 out of 49) by applying its Renault Duster test, since the two share a structure. That is standard practice, but the Tekton itself wasn’t crashed.
- Boot space is unclear. Nissan’s launch material says 700 litres with the seats up, while some Indian listings show 518 litres. Take your own luggage to the showroom.
- No resale history yet. It’s a brand-new nameplate in a segment where the Creta and Seltos hold their value well.
- Petrol only. There is no diesel and no hybrid.
The Tekton is a sensibly priced, well-equipped Duster in a sharper suit. Buy the N-Connecta T280 manual, or the Acenta T280 DCT if you must have an automatic, and cross-shop the Duster before you sign.
Frequently asked questions
What is the on-road price of the Nissan Tekton in Mumbai?
On The Spec’d’s figures, it starts at about ₹12.21 lakh for the Visia T160 MT and reaches about ₹21.64 lakh for the Tekna Plus T280 DCT. Ex-showroom prices run from ₹10.49 lakh to ₹18.59 lakh.
Is the Nissan Tekton the same as the Renault Duster?
They share their structure and both turbo-petrol engines, and Bharat NCAP applied the Duster’s 5-star result to the Tekton. The styling, cabin design, equipment mix and version prices differ, and the Duster’s cheapest automatic costs ₹50,000 less.
Does the Nissan Tekton have ADAS?
Yes, on the higher trims. Nissan lists 17-plus Level 2 ADAS features, including autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist and adaptive cruise control, with the full suite on the Tekna Plus.
