Nissan only launched the Tekton in India on 9 July 2026, with a starting price of ₹10.49 lakh. Now a 7-seater version has been caught testing, and this one carries a front radar unit. That radar means proper Level-2 ADAS (a safety tech that can brake and steer for you), and the third row means Nissan is eyeing the Hyundai Alcazar and Kia Carens. If you want a three-row SUV, the new model could be worth waiting for.
What's new: 7 seats and radar ADAS
The big change is a third row. The current Nissan Tekton is a 5-seater only, priced from ₹10.49 lakh to ₹18.59 lakh. The spy test mule adds two more seats, turning a Creta rival into an Alcazar and Carens challenger. The second clue is the front radar unit, a small sensor behind the grille. Radar lets the car run adaptive cruise control (keeps a safe gap in traffic on its own) and auto emergency braking. For Nissan, this is a segment shift, not a routine update.
Nissan Tekton
SUVExterior: what changes over the Patrol-inspired look
The current Tekton wears a bold 'baby Patrol' design, with a full-width connected LED taillight (one light strip joining both tail lamps). The 7-seater will likely keep that face, since it works well for the brand. Expect a longer rear overhang and a taller roofline to make room for the third row. The test car was still camouflaged, so grille, bumper and alloy details aren't clear yet. Think of it as the same design stretched to carry a family of seven, not a brand-new shape.
Interior and third row: will the big boot survive?
The Tekton is built on the CMF-B platform, shared with the new Renault Duster. That platform is compact, so fitting a usable third row is the real test. The current car's biggest strength is the segment's biggest boot, great for a Lonavala weekend with the whole family's bags. Adding seats six and seven will eat into that boot space when all three rows are up. Expect split-folding rear seats so you can choose between people and luggage. Interior kit like the Google built-in touchscreen and ventilated seats should carry over on top trims.
ADAS and safety: Level-2 with a proper radar
The current top Tekna and Tekna Plus trims already get Level-2 ADAS. The spied radar unit suggests a more complete, more reliable system for the 7-seater. Radar-based ADAS works better in rain and glare than camera-only setups. For Indian highways like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway, adaptive cruise and lane-keep assist make long drives far less tiring. Bharat NCAP hasn't confirmed the crash test stars for the Tekton yet, so we'll wait for the official numbers.
Engine and mileage: DCT likely stays the only automatic
The current Tekton offers two petrol engines. The 1.0L turbo makes 99 bhp with an ARAI figure of 19.4 kmpl (a government test, always higher than real driving). The 1.3L turbo makes 161 bhp, with a 6-speed DCT automatic rated at 18.5 kmpl. In the real world, expect roughly 12–14 kmpl in the city. For the heavier 7-seater, the 1.3L turbo makes the most sense, and the DCT will likely stay the only automatic option. A manual-only base variant is possible to keep the entry price low.
Nissan Tekton — Engine & performance
| Specification | Visia / Visia Plus | Acenta / N-Connecta +2 |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel type | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 999 cc | 1333 cc |
| Max power | 99 bhp @ 5000 rpm | 161 bhp @ 5250 rpm |
| Max torque | 166 Nm @ 2000-3750 rpm | 280 Nm @ 2000-3500 rpm |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Manual | 6-Speed DCT (Wet Clutch) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Mileage | 19.4 kmpl | 18.5 kmpl |
Price and variants: how it stacks up vs Alcazar and Carens
Nissan hasn't announced a price or a firm launch date for the 7-seater. The current 5-seat range runs ₹10.49 lakh (Visia manual) to ₹18.59 lakh (Tekna Plus T280 DCT), all ex-showroom. A three-row version usually adds about ₹1 lakh over the 5-seat top trim. If it tops out near ₹19–20 lakh, it would undercut the Hyundai Alcazar (which starts above ₹20 lakh) and sit close to the Kia Carens. That means you can get a radar-ADAS 7-seater for Alcazar money, which is sharp pricing. On-road prices will be higher, as they include road tax, registration and insurance, which vary by state.
Should you wait or buy the 5-seater now?
If you need five seats and a huge boot, there's no reason to wait. The current Nissan Tekton is already one of the most aggressively priced C-SUVs, undercutting the Hyundai Creta. The sweet spot is the Tekna and Tekna Plus T280 DCT variants, where the Level-2 ADAS, Google screen and ventilated seats live. But if you genuinely need seven seats, hold on for the 2027 version. The catch is that the third row on a compact CMF-B platform may be tight for tall adults, and it will shrink that class-leading boot.
References: Nissan India — official website
