Suv Petrol Automatic 5-seat

Nissan Magnite

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment Current version 2023 Body style SUV
Magnite is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.
ZAR 370,900
On-road in
ZAR 383,088
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 370,900
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,800
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,450
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 1,000
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,600
Insurance
ZAR 3,338
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 370,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 4,399/month Based on 1.0 Visia 5MT Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:999cc (1.0L) Torque:152Nm (112 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:205mm (8.1″) Power:74kW (99 bhp) Boot336L (11.9 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 16.7 km/l (39 mpg)
City 13.4 km/l (32 mpg)
Highway 19.7 km/l (46 mpg)

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Nissan Magnite in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 4,399
Total Interest
ZAR 63,911
Total Payable
ZAR 263,911
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 1.0 Visia 5MT. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Nissan Magnite

Magnite is a South African SUV with a suv body and petrol power.

The Magnite has a clearer South African buying case when its suv shape is connected to the work it must do. For a buyer searching the Magnite price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. A 5- speed manual transmission describes the opportunity; a 2WD drivetrain and a listed ground clearance of 205 describe the conditions around it. A proper look at the Magnite begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, a South African price reference of R252,200 sits beside engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol, while a power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm sets a practical boundary. The Magnite is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm, a 5- speed manual transmission and a 2WD drivetrain. A 2WD drivetrain describes the opportunity; a listed ground clearance of 205 and warranty of 6 years / 150,000 km describe the conditions around it. The useful starting points are Petrol power and a South African price reference of R252,200; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size. Here, engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol sits beside a power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm, while a 5- speed manual transmission sets a practical boundary. The useful starting points are a power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm and a 5- speed manual transmission; together they explain more than a badge or a screen size for Magnite. For family travel, the deciding question is whether the vehicle remains comfortable and affordable after ordinary fuel, insurance, tyre and service costs are included for Magnite. Here, an SUV body sits beside Petrol power, while a South African price reference of R252,200 sets a practical boundary for Magnite. That combination is more useful than treating every derivative as interchangeable for Magnite. The buyer should compare the actual vehicle offered in South Africa, including its price, equipment and support terms for Magnite. Its appeal comes from the interaction between engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol, a power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm and a 5- speed manual transmission for Magnite. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for family travel, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for Magnite

Nissan Magnite — Quick Facts

Nissan Magnite Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0 Visia 5MT Base Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Manual ZAR 252,200
1.0 Acenta 5MT Mid Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Manual ZAR 277,300
1.0T Visia MT Base Petrol Efficiency19 km/l Manual ZAR 301,900
1.0T Acenta MT Mid Petrol Efficiency19 km/l Manual ZAR 329,900
1.0T Acenta CVT Mid Petrol Efficiency16.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 344,900
1.0T Acenta Plus CVT Top Petrol Efficiency16.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 370,900
1.0 Visia EZ-Shift Base Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 269,200
1.0 Acenta EZ-Shift Mid Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 294,900
1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift Top Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 323,900
1.0 Acenta Plus 5MT Discontinued Mid Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Manual ZAR 300,000last listed
1.0 KURO 5MT Discontinued Top Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Manual ZAR 315,000last listed
1.0T KURO CVT Discontinued Top Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 370,300last listed
1.0 Move 5MT Discontinued Base Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Manual ZAR 229,900last listed
1.0 Move EZ-Shift AMT Discontinued Base Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 249,900last listed
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
1.0 Visia 5MT Base Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Manual ZAR 252,200
1.0 Acenta 5MT Mid Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Manual ZAR 277,300
1.0T Visia MT Base Petrol Efficiency19 km/l Manual ZAR 301,900
1.0T Acenta MT Mid Petrol Efficiency19 km/l Manual ZAR 329,900
1.0T Acenta CVT Mid Petrol Efficiency16.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 344,900
1.0T Acenta Plus CVT Top Petrol Efficiency16.7 km/l Automatic ZAR 370,900
1.0 Visia EZ-Shift Base Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 269,200
1.0 Acenta EZ-Shift Mid Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 294,900
1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift Top Petrol Efficiency16.9 km/l Automatic ZAR 323,900
1.0 Acenta Plus 5MT Discontinued Mid Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Manual ZAR 300,000last listed
1.0 KURO 5MT Discontinued Top Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Manual ZAR 315,000last listed
1.0T KURO CVT Discontinued Top Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 370,300last listed
1.0 Move 5MT Discontinued Base Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Manual ZAR 229,900last listed
1.0 Move EZ-Shift AMT Discontinued Base Petrol Efficiency19.0 km/l Automatic ZAR 249,900last listed
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Nissan Magnite Specifications

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Generation
First generation Magnite arrived in SA in 2021 — Nissan's entry into the growing budget compact SUV segment
Model Introduced Year
2021
Body Style
SUV
Color Note
Brick Red, Storm White, Pearl White, Onyx Black, Gun Grey, Blade Silver
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Facelift History
2023 facelift refreshed the grille, interior trims, and added safety upgrades
Model Year
2026
Production Status
Active
Segment
Compact SUV
Drivetrain Note
Front-wheel drive confirmed by Nissan South Africa derivative/specification data
Tare Mass Kg
1071 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2023
Length
3995 mm
Width
1758 mm
Height
1571 mm
Wheelbase
2500 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
205 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
Boot/Cargo Space
336 l
Kerb Weight
1071 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1483 kg
Seating Capacity
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5 m
Engine
1-litre Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
999 cc
Cylinders
3
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
12
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Petrol injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
74 kW @ 5000 rpm
Maximum Torque
152 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not Officially Disclosed
Transmission
CVT
Top Speed
168 km/h
0-100 km/h
21.0 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
69.1 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
141.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Low Range
Not Available
Rear Differential Lock
Not Available
Engine Position
Not Published
Gearbox
CVT
Drivetrain Layout
2WD
LSD Available
Not Available
Transfer Case
Not Available
Differential Lock
Not Available
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Front Differential Lock
Not Available
Differential Type Front
Not Available
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
Gearbox Type
CVT
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Not Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Available
4WD Engagement
Not Available
Drivetrain
2WD
Transmission Speeds
Not Applicable
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
Gear Shift Type
CVT
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Low Range Ratio
Not Available
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Steering Turns Lock to Lock
Not Published
Number of Gears
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
CVT
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
2WD
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Low Fuel Warning
Not Published
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
19.7 km/l
City Mileage
13.4 km/l
Emission Standard
Not Published
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Claimed Mileage
16.7 km/l
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
40
Real-world Mileage
16.7 km/l
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
40 l
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Driver Airbag
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Driver and passenger
Speed Alert System
Not Available
Pedestrian Detection AEB
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Side Impact Beams
Not Published
Central Locking
Remote central locking
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Safety Rating
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
6 airbags
Driver Passenger Airbags
6 airbags
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Whiplash Protection
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
BA
Standard
Lane Change Warning
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
AEB
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
6 airbags
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Driver and passenger
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Fatigue Detection
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
EBD
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Front Camera
Around View Monitor front camera
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Cruise Control
Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear parking sensors
Rear View Camera
Rear Parking Camera
360 Degree Camera
Around View Monitor
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Standard
Reversing Camera
Rear Parking Camera
Reverse Camera Type
Rear Parking Camera
Rear View Camera
Rear Parking Camera
Rain Sensor Wipers
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Rear parking sensors
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear parking sensors
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Auto Lights
LED bi-projector headlamp
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Eco Mode
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear parking sensors
Reverse Camera
Rear Parking Camera
Sport Mode
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Around View Monitor
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Interior Trim Colour
Black
60 40 Split Seat
60:40 split second row
Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest
Reclining
Rear Headrest
Adjustable
Driver Seat Adjustment
3-way driver seat adjustment
Rear Armrest
Not Available
Seat Belt Warning
Driver and passenger
Seat Fold Type
60:40 split second row
Front Armrest
Not Available
Interior Courtesy Lamps
7-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth, USB, reversing camera (Acenta and above), dual airbags, climate control on Acenta+
Armrest Front
Not Available
Armrest Rear
Not Available
Interior Colours
6
Steering Type
Electric Power Steering
Seat Trim
Leather two-tone seats
Folding Rear Seats
60:40 split second row
Adjustable Driver Seat
3-way driver seat adjustment
Driver Seat
3-way driver seat adjustment
Adjustable Front Seat
2-way passenger seat adjustment
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Ambient Lighting
Standard
Fabric Seats
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
Not Available
Leather Seats
Standard
Heated Seats
Not Available
Steering Adjustment
Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt
Boot Light
Standard
Boot Space Seats Down
690
Seat Adjustment
3-way driver seat adjustment
Memory Seats
Not Available
Cooled Seats
Not Available
Front Headrest
Adjustable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
2-way passenger seat adjustment
Cup Holders
Front and rear cup holders
Door Map Pockets
Not Available
Driver Lumbar Support
Not Available
Interior Colour Options
6
Instrument Cluster Type
Speedometer and tachometer
Steering Wheel Material
Leather
Rear USB Ports
Not Available
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Not Available
Seat Material
Leather two-tone seats
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Rear AC Vents
Not Available
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather two-tone seats
Front Armrest
Not Available
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Front Power Outlet
12V power socket
Fuel Consumption Combined
6
Fuel Lid Opener
Remote fuel flap release
Surround View Monitor
Standard
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Glovebox Cooling
Not Available
Headlamp Height Adjust
Not Published
Headlamp Washer
Not Available
Headrest Adjustable
Standard
Heads Up Display
Not Available
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Impact Sensing Door Unlock
Impact sensing unlock
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Intercooler
Not Published
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Trim Level
top
Multi Function Steering
Standard
Unlocking
Smart keyless entry with push start button
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Power Mirrors
Electric folding and electric adjustment
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
Not Available
Rear Defogger
Standard
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
Rear Reading Lamps
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
60:40 split second row
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Rear Wing
Roof spoiler
Remote Engine Start
Not Published
Rev Matching
Not Available
Ride Mode Selection
Not Available
Roof Antenna
Standard
Seat Type
Leather two-tone seats
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
Driver and passenger front pretensioners with load limiters
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Vdc
Vehicle Dynamic Control
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Service Reminder
Service intervals: 10,000 km
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Side Steps
Not Available
Skid Plates
Not Available
Speed Alert System
Not Available
Digital Speedometer
Standard
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar
Not Published
Steering Mounted Controls
Standard
Steering Response
Electric power steering
Tachometer
Standard
Tail Lamps
Standard
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
Telescopic Steering
Not Available
Tilt Steering
Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt
Trip Computer
Standard
Tyre Repair Kit
Not Available
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Vanity Mirror
Driver and passenger vanity mirrors
Voice Command
Not Available
Voice Command Support
Not Available
Difflock
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED bi-projector headlamp
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Sunroof
Not Available
Diff Lock
Not Available
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Smart keyless entry with push start button
Lift Gate
Manual tailgate
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Keyless Entry
Smart keyless entry with push start
Power Windows
Driver auto up/down with anti-pinch
Climate Control
Automatic air conditioning
Accelerator 0 100
21 sec
Air Conditioning
Automatic air conditioning
Common Rail Injection
Petrol injection
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Smart keyless entry with push start button
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Heated Mirrors
Not Available
Automatic High Beam
Not Available
Glove Box
Standard
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Front Wiper
Variable intermittent
Speed Limiter
Cruise control with adjustable speed limiter
12V Accessory Socket
12V power socket
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Not Published
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Standard
Electric Mirror Folding
Electric folding and electric adjustment
Rear Window Defroster
Standard
Rear LED Combination Taillights
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Rear Air Conditioning
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
Reading Lights Rear
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
Frameless auto dimming mirror
Bottle Holders
Front and rear cup holders
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Smart keyless entry with push start button
Remote Side Mirror
Electric folding
Remote Start
Standard
Boot Space Seats Folded
690 l
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Power Socket 12v
12V power socket
Power Sliding Doors
Not Applicable
Passive Entry Start
Smart keyless entry with push start button
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
AC Type
Automatic air conditioning
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Aero Kit
Not Available
Roof Load
Not Published
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Auto Dimming Irvm
Standard
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Centre Console
Standard
Mirror
Electric folding
Boot Opener
Not Published
Side Impact Bars
Not Published
Manual Aircon
Not Available
Chrome Exterior Highlights
Chrome exterior door handles
Chrome Grille
Not Available
Sonar
Rear parking sensors
Climate Zones
1
Source Model Column
magnite
Door Ajar Warning
Door open warning
Drag Coefficient
Not Published
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Driver Display
7-inch TFT Advanced Drive-Assist Display
Sports Bar
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
Not Published
Front Wipers Type
Variable intermittent
Engine Check Warning
Not Published
Stabilizer Bar Rear
Not Published
Engine Start Button Illumination
Not Published
Engine Warranty
6 years / 150,000 km
Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors
Electric folding with side indicator
Steering Column Adjustment
Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt
Sub Frame
Not Published
Audio System
6-speaker audio system
Infotainment System
8-inch touchscreen with smartphone integration
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
Navigation System
Not Available
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch TFT
USB Ports
Front USB / smartphone integration
FM Radio
Standard
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Voice Recognition
Not Available
AUX Input
Not Available
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration inches
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Not Available
Audio Controls On Steering
Standard
Infotainment Display
8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration
Rear Usb
Not Available
Premium Audio
Not Available
Audio
8-inch touchscreen audio with smartphone integration
Audio Speakers
6
Display Audio
8-inch touch screen with smartphone integration
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
Front USB / smartphone integration
Head Up Display
Not Available
Infotainment Screen
8-inch
Multi Information Display
7-inch TFT driver display
Connected Services
Smartphone integration
Voice Control
Not Available
Smartphone Connectivity
Smartphone integration
Radio
Standard
Touchscreen
8-inch touchscreen
Fog Lamps
LED front fog lights
Front Fog Lights
LED front fog lights
Fog Lights
LED front fog lights
DRL
Standard
Rear Wiper
Standard
Door Handle Finish
Chrome
Body Type
SUV
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Front Fog Lamps
LED front fog lights
Exterior Colour Options
6
Roof Rails
Not Available
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
16" Alloy - 2 Tone Wheel
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
LED bi-projector headlamp
Headlamps
LED
Headlight Type
LED
Headlights
LED
Automatic Headlamps
LED bi-projector headlamp
Chrome Exterior Finish
Chrome exterior door handles
LED Headlamps
LED
Auto Headlights
LED bi-projector headlamp
Body Cladding
Standard
Exterior Mirror Folding
Electric folding
Rear Spoiler
Standard
Rear Overhang
Not Published
Rear Spoiler
Standard
Exterior Door Handle Colour
Chrome
Exterior Colour Options
See Nissan South Africa Magnite colour selector
Front Overhang
Not Published
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Roof Type
Standard roof
Wing Mirror Type
Body-colour electric folding mirrors
Rear Fog Lights
Not Available
Led Headlights
LED
Departure Angle Deg
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Breakover Angle Deg
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
205 mm
Ground Clearance Min
205 mm
Approach Angle Deg
Not Available
Ramp-over Angle
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
Not Available
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
4WD System Type
Not Available
Recovery Hooks
Not Available
Crawl Control
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
Not Available
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Terrain Response System
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Approach Angle
Not Available
Underbody Camera
Not Available
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Auto Brake Hold
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Disc brakes
Front Tyre Width
195 mm
Rear Tyre Width
195 mm
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Cornering Brake Control
Not Available
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Electric Park Brake
Not Available
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
Standard
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
Standard
Spare Wheel Size Type
Full Size Spare wheel
Steering Wheel Trim
Leather
Rear Brake Type
Drum brake
Front Brake Type
Disc brakes
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Tyre Size
195/60R16
Leather Steering Wheel
Leather
Wheel Type
Alloy
Wheel Rim Size
16
Tyre Speed Rating
Not Published
Tyre Load Index
Not Published
Parking Brake Type
Manual parking brake
Rear Brake Drum Diameter
Not Published
Front Brake Disc Diameter
Not Published
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Brake Type Rear
Drum brake
Wheel Size Type
195/60R16
Spare Wheel Type
Full Size Spare wheel
Brakes
Front disc / rear drum
Tyre Type
Radial
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Front Suspension Type
Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link
Rear Track Width
1535 mm
Rear Axle Type
Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe
Shock Absorber Type
Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
Not Published
Front Anti-Roll Bar
Not Published
Rear Spring Type
Torsion beam / twin-tube shock absorber
Front Spring Type
MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension Type
Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe
Chassis Material
Not Published
Suspension
Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link
Shock Absorbers
Twin-tube telescopic shock absorber
Front Track Width
1536 mm
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Steering Column
Steering wheel adjustment with manual tilt
Power Steering
Electric Power Steering
Chassis Type
Not Published
Rear Suspension
Twin tube telescopic shock absorbe
Front Suspension
Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link
Engine Oil Change Interval
15 000 km
First Service At
10000
Service Plan
3 years / 30,000 km
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Published
Service Intervals
10000
Maintenance Plan
3 years / 30,000 km
Battery Warranty
Not Available
Approx Service Cost
Not Published
Service Interval
10000
Alternator
Not Published
Anti-Rust Treatment
Not Available
Warranty Roadside Assistance
Roadside assistance
Warranty
6 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
6 years / 150,000 km
Warranty Years
6 years / 150,000 km
Roadside Assistance
Standard
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
Not Available
Roadside Assistance
Standard
Basic Warranty
6 years / 150,000 km
Noise Level
Not Available
Euro Emission Standard
Not Published
Green NCAP Rating
Not Available
CO2 Emissions G Km
142.42
Idle CO2 Output
142.42
Variable Valve Timing
Not Published
Fuel Octane Requirement
Unleaded Petrol
Particulate Filter
Not Available
CO2 Emissions
142.42 g/km
Start Stop System
Not Published
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Fuel Evaporation Control
Not Published
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
Not Published
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
Not Published
Real-world City Mileage Max
Not Published
Real-world City Mileage Min
Not Published
Price Zar
370900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Ownership Role
Top
Starting Price Zar
370900
Starting Price
370900

Imported source and record fields

22 non-empty identity, provenance, and legacy source fields are retained here for review. They are not mixed into the buyer-facing specification table. The supplied pack has no values for 215 of the 813 specification-contract fields on this page, so those blank fields remain omitted.

Configuration Note
Petrol / Automatic
Brand
Nissan
Brand Slug
nissan
Market
South Africa
Source Name
Nissan South Africa Magnite official specifications page
Source Page URL
https://www.nissan.co.za/vehicles/new/magnite/specifications.html
Source URL
https://www.nissan.co.za/vehicles/new/magnite/specifications.html
Country Slug
south-africa
Make
Nissan
OEM URL
https://www.nissan.co.za/vehicles/new/magnite/specifications.html
Country
South Africa
Model
Magnite
Variant
1.0T Acenta Plus CVT
Claimed Fuel Consumption
6 l/100km
Combined Consumption L 100km
6 l/100km
Combined Consumption
6
Fuel Consumption Urban
Not Published
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
Not Published
Fuel Economy Combined
6
Average Fuel Consumption
6
Fuel Efficiency
16.7 l/100km
Price Source
Nissan South Africa live Magnite price data, updated March 2026
Driving fit

Where the Nissan Magnite Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The Nissan Magnite is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. The best buyer for Magnite can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout

City
In South African use, the Magnite has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The urban test for Magnite should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded
Highway
For highway buyers, the Magnite needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A 5- speed manual transmission helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort. Long-distance comfort depends on details that disappear in a short test drive for Magnite. Run Magnite at legal cruising speed, include a hill and a safe overtake, and see whether the driver can remain relaxed after an hour. The interaction between a 2WD drivetrain, a listed ground clearance of 205 and warranty of 6 years / 150,000 km is more informative than maximum speed for Magnite. Owners travelling between provinces should also price replacement tyres, roadside assistance and scheduled service for Magnite
Off-Road
A power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor petrol alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for Magnite. For Magnite, the sensible check is the exact 2wd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for Magnite. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for Magnite

Nissan Magnite — Should You Buy It?

Magnite deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

Ownership and cabin detail is not just a brochure exercise: infotainment screen references around 8-inch touch screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration; airbag coverage around 6 airbags (front, side and curtain); warranty cover listed as 6 years / 150,000 km, and trim-by-trim equipment still matters when comparing monthly cost. A fair review of Magnite should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of a South African price reference of R252,200, engine of 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol and a power output of 53 kW @ 6250 rpm can be valuable for the right driver

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Petrol
  • ✓South African price: R252,200
  • ✓Engine: 1-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
  • ✓Power output: 53 kW @ 6250 rpm
  • ✓Gearbox: 5- speed manual
  • ✓Drivetrain: 2WD
  • ✓Ground clearance: 205
  • ✓Warranty: 6 years / 150,000 km
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Magnite can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Magnite depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Magnite quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Magnite budget.
  • ✕A short Magnite test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Magnite capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Magnite grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Magnite figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Magnite stock and support terms.

Nissan Magnite FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Nissan Magnite run from R252,200 to R370,900, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current south african range comprises 1.0 Visia 5MT, 1.0 Acenta 5MT, 1.0T Visia MT, 1.0T Acenta MT, 1.0T Acenta CVT, 1.0T Acenta Plus CVT, 1.0 Visia EZ-Shift, 1.0 Acenta EZ-Shift, 1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local...

The listed ground clearance for the Nissan Magnite is 205 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The Nissan Magnite engine specification depends on derivative: 1.0 Visia 5MT, 1.0 Acenta 5MT, 1.0 Visia EZ-Shift, 1.0 Acenta EZ-Shift, 1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift: 999 cc, 53 kW (71 bhp); 1.0T Visia MT, 1.0T Acenta MT, 1.0T Acenta CVT, 1.0T Acenta Plus CVT: 999 cc, 74 kW (99 bhp). Compare the exact...

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Nissan Magnite range: 1.0 Visia 5MT, 1.0 Acenta 5MT, 1.0 Visia EZ-Shift, 1.0 Acenta EZ-Shift, 1.0 Acenta Plus EZ-Shift: 16.9 km/l; 1.0T Visia MT, 1.0T Acenta MT: 19 km/l; 1.0T Acenta CVT, 1.0T Acenta Plus CVT: 16.7 km/l.

The Nissan Magnite is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. The best buyer for Magnite can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout

In South African use, the Magnite has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The urban test for Magnite should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow...

For highway buyers, the Magnite needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. A 5- speed manual transmission helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort.

Buyers researching the Nissan Magnite often compare it with rivals such as Tata Punch , Mahindra XUV3XO , Chery Tiggo 4 Pro , Hyundai EXTER , Chery Tiggo 4 Cross . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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Data verified against: Nissan Official South Africa Website

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