For the last few years, walking into a Nissan showroom felt a bit like visiting a library with only one book. The Magnite was a bestseller, sure, but it was lonely. That changes now.
Nissan has officially broken its silence with the launch of the Nissan Gravite, a 7-seater MPV starting at an aggressive ₹5.65 Lakh.
If you follow the industry, you already know the elephant in the room: underneath the new “V-Motion” inspired grille, this is essentially a Renault Triber. But to dismiss it as a simple “copy-paste” job would be missing the bigger picture. The Gravite isn’t just a new car; it’s the opening move in a three-part chess game that includes a Creta-rival (the Tekton) later this year.
Here is the full story of what the Gravite offers, how it differs from its French cousin, and why it matters for Indian families.
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The “Rebadge” Reality: What’s Different?
Let’s address the “Triber” connection head-on. As part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance, platform sharing is inevitable. The Gravite sits on the same CMF-A+ architecture as the Renault Triber. It shares the same 1.0L naturally aspirated engine and the same innovative modular seating.
However, Nissan has worked to ensure you don’t mistake one for the other in the parking lot.
- The “C” Identity: The front fascia is distinctly Nissan. It ditches the Renault curves for a sharper, more vertical stance with a “Piano Black 2D grille” and signature DRLs that align it with the upcoming Tekton SUV.
- Hood Branding: In a segment first, the Gravite spells out its name across the hood—a design touch usually reserved for premium SUVs like the Range Rover or Nissan’s own Patrol.
- Rear Distinction: The tail lamps feature a “Crystal Edge” LED design, and the rear doors get unique badging, giving it a fresher rear profile than the aging Triber.
The Verdict: While the skeleton is shared, the skin is fresh. If you preferred the Magnite’s sharp lines over the Kiger’s curves, you’ll likely prefer the Gravite over the Triber.
Inside the Cabin: Space Magic
The Gravite’s strongest selling point remains the sheer engineering wizardry of fitting 7 adults into a sub-4-meter car.
- Modularity: You can configure the seats in multiple ways. Need to move a washing machine? Remove the third row entirely for a massive 625-liter boot (5-seater mode). Taking the kids and grandparents? Snap the seats back in.
- Comfort: Nissan has added quilted suede and leatherette seats on higher trims, which feels like a step up in perceived quality. Crucially for Indian summers, it retains the roof-mounted AC vents for the second and third rows—a non-negotiable feature for a 7-seater in this climate.
Under the Hood: City Focused
The powertrain is familiar territory.
- Engine: 1.0L 3-Cylinder Petrol (Naturally Aspirated)
- Power: 72 PS @ 6250 rpm
- Torque: 96 Nm
- Gearbox: 5-Speed Manual or 5-Speed EZ-Shift (AMT)
Real-world take: With 72 PS, this is not a highway cruiser for enthusiasts. It is a city people-mover. It will be efficient (claiming roughly 19.3 – 19.6 km/l) and easy to drive, but don’t expect effortless overtakes with a full load.
The “Limited Launch Edition”
To sweeten the deal for early adopters, Nissan is offering a “Limited Launch Edition.” This is smart packaging. It bundles aftermarket-style accessories that buyers usually pay extra for, including:
- JBL Premium Speakers (a big draw for younger buyers)
- Dual Dash Cam (essential for Indian roads)
- Ambient Mood Lighting and an Air Purifier
Price Check: Undercutting the Market
Nissan has priced the Gravite to kill. At ₹5.65 Lakh, it undercuts almost every other 7-seater option.
| Variant | Price (Ex-Showroom) |
| Visia (Base) | ₹ 5,65,000 |
| Acenta | ₹ 6,59,000 |
| N-Connecta | ₹ 7,20,000 |
| N-Connecta AMT | ₹ 7,80,000 |
| Tekna (Top) | ₹ 7,91,000 |
| Tekna AMT | ₹ 8,49,000 |
Nissan Gravite Color Options
The 7-seater MPV comes in 5 color options depending upon the variant you choose:
- Storm White
- Blade Silver
- Forest Green
- Onyx Black
- Metallic Grey
The Road Ahead: Tekton is Coming
The Gravite is just the appetizer. Nissan has confirmed the main course: the Tekton C-SUV which arrives in mid-2026. This will be Nissan’s answer to the Hyundai Creta and Maruti Grand Vitara, likely based on the new Duster platform. Following that, a larger 7-seater SUV (likely a Bigster rival) will land in early 2027.
Final Thoughts: The Nissan Gravite might be a rebadged Triber, but it’s a rebadge done right. It takes a proven, practical formula and adds Nissan’s sharper design language and a competitive price tag. For the budget-conscious Indian family that needs 7 seats but can’t stretch to an Ertiga or Carens, the choices just doubled – and that’s a good thing.
