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The Hindu
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Hindu
Blackout Mode: Nissan adds Kuro edition to the Magnite line-up
Nissan has introduced the new Kuro Special Edition of the Magnite, bringing a distinctive character to its popular compact SUV. As the name suggests — 'Kuro' being the Japanese word for black — the edition is centred around a full-black aesthetic upgrade, aimed at buyers looking for a more premium and aggressive look. The Kuro Edition is available with both 1.0-litre naturally aspirated and turbocharged petrol engines. There are no mechanical changes; the focus is entirely on styling and feature enhancements. Key design elements such as the grille, front and rear skid plates, roof rails, door handles, and 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels are all finished in gloss black. The new variant also features a dedicated 'Kuro' badge positioned just below the Magnite branding on the fender. Lighting updates include Signature Black LED headlamps with integrated Lightsaber-style turn indicators, giving the front profile a sharper visual presence. Inside, the cabin continues the blacked-out theme with a dark dashboard, piano black accents on the gear shift and steering insert, and blacked-out door trims and sun visors. Feature enhancements include a Sable Black wireless charger, an Advanced Driver Assist Display, and the option of a stealth dash cam as an accessory. The Kuro variant is based on the CMF-A+ platform and includes premium equipment like the Premium i-Key system with Walk Away Lock and Approach Unlock functionality. The launch of the Kuro Edition follows the Magnite's recent achievement of a 5-star overall safety rating from Global NCAP. Reinforcing its safety credentials,the model comes with over 40 standard safety features, including six airbags, ESC, traction control, hill start assist, ABS with EBD, brake assist, and TPMS. Additionally, he SUV's body structure incorporates more than 67% high-tensile strength steel to further enhance crash protection. The Magnite continues to be Nissan India's core product and remains its only high-volume model. With the Kuro Edition, the company aims to sustain interest and keep the SUV competitive in a crowded segment. However, Nissan's long-term success in India will depend on whether it can diversify its portfolio beyond a single product. For now, the Kuro Edition adds a layer of exclusivity to what remains the brand's most important offering in the market. Pricing for the Nissan Magnite Kuro Special Edition starts at ₹8.30 lakh (ex-showroom) Motorscribes, in association with The Hindu, brings you the latest in cars and bikes. Follow them on Instagram on @motorscribes
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition vs Nissan Magnite: What's different in design, features, price
Nissan India has introduced the Kuro Edition of the Magnite SUV, adding a new variant based on the N-Connecta trim. Priced from ₹8.31 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kuro Edition comes just about a year after the Magnite got its mid-life update in October 2024. While it doesn't get any updates to its mechanical package, the Kuro Edition adds cosmetic updates both inside and outside, along with a few additional features as dealer-level accessories. Here's how it stacks up against the regular Magnite in design, equipment, spec-sheet, and price. Priced from ₹ 8.31 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kuro Edition comes just about a year after the Magnite got its mid-life update in October 2024. Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition vs Magnite: Design The most striking visual difference between the Kuro Edition and the regular Magnite is its all-black exterior aesthetic. The Kuro model sees the grille surround treated to a gloss black finish instead of the usual chrome. The LED headlamps are given a smoked treatment, providing an edgier front appearance. The front skid plate, which gets a silver finish on the standard variant, is finished in black on the Kuro Edition. Along the sides, the Kuro Edition continues the dark styling with blacked-out 16-inch alloy wheels, black roof rails, and a black window beltline. A 'Kuro' badge is positioned just below the outside rearview mirrors on both sides. These changes differentiate the variant sharply from the regular N-Connecta trim, which maintains a mix of body-coloured and silver accents. At the rear, updates are minimal. The Kuro Edition gets a black finish for the lower skid plate, but otherwise retains the standard Magnite's badging and layout. This includes the 'Magnite' moniker and, depending on the variant, 'Turbo' and 'CVT' badges as well. Also Read : Upcoming Nissan C-segment SUV spied in India, will rival Creta, Seltos, Kushaq Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition vs Magnite: Interior and Features Inside the cabin, the Kuro Edition adopts a full black treatment across the dashboard, seat upholstery, roof liner, and door pads. Nissan refers to this finish as 'Midnight Black', and the effect is amplified by piano black inserts across the AC vents, centre console, door handles, steering wheel, and around the gear shifter. The result is a cabin that feels more uniform and dark-themed, contrasting sharply with the standard Magnite, which uses a black-and-tan dual-tone interior for a more conventional look. In terms of features, the Kuro Edition retains the same equipment as the N-Connecta trim. This includes an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 7-inch fully digital driver's display, automatic climate control with rear AC vents, and push-button start/stop. Where it differs slightly is in the addition of a wireless phone charger and a dashcam, both of which are offered as dealer-level fitments and are not standard from the factory. Despite offering the same core safety package as the standard model—including six airbags, electronic stability control (ESC), anti-lock braking system (ABS) with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD), hill-hold assist, ISOFIX child seat mounts, and rear parking sensors—the Kuro Edition misses out on a reverse parking camera. This feature is available in the N-Connecta trim of the regular Magnite but is not included in this special edition. Also Read : Nissan Magnite gets new Metallic Grey colour scheme Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition vs Magnite: Specifications There are no mechanical variations between the Kuro Edition and the regular Magnite. Both are offered with two engine options. The first is a 1.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine that produces 72 PS of power and 96 Nm of torque, paired with either a 5-speed manual gearbox or a 5-speed AMT. The second is a 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine delivering 100 PS of power and up to 160 Nm of torque. This engine can be had with a 5-speed manual transmission or a CVT gearbox. The Kuro Edition offers the same powertrain flexibility as the regular model, ensuring buyers don't have to compromise on performance or drivability if they prefer the special edition's styling. Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition vs Magnite: Price The Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition ranges in price from ₹8.31 lakh to ₹10.87 lakh (ex-showroom, pan-India), based on powertrain and transmission selection. Bookings for a token ₹11,000 are open now. Over the regular N-Connecta trim, the Kuro Edition has a slight premium to pay for its cosmetic upgrades and dealer-level feature additions. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
India Today
5 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Nissan Magnite Kuro edition launched at Rs 8.30 lakh
Nissan Motor India has introduced the all-new Magnite Kuro special edition, an all-black variant of its popular compact SUV. Priced at Rs 8.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), the Kuro edition is designed to appeal to customers seeking a distinctive, premium, and feature-packed vehicle. The name "Kuro", derived from the Japanese word for black, reflects a design philosophy rooted in subtle sophistication and strong The Magnite Kuro Special Edition stands out with its deep black design language both inside and out. The exterior features include a piano black grille, black R16 diamond-cut alloy wheels, gloss black roof ails, resin black front and rear skid plates, and black door handles. The vehicle also sports a Kuro badge under the Magnite branding on the Inside, the Kuro continues its all-black theme with a premium, midnight-toned dashboard, piano black gear shift garnish and steering wheel inserts, black-finished air vents and door trims, and a dark roof liner. The special edition also includes a sable black wireless charger as standard and offers a stealth dashcam as an accessory. Adding to its premium appeal are features like signature black LED headlamps with turn indicators, premium i-Key with approach unlock and walk away lock, a 7-inch TFT display, and an 8-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple The Nissan Magnite Kuro Special Edition is offered with two engine options to suit diverse driving preferences. The 1.0-litre naturally aspirated (NA) petrol engine delivers 71bhp and 96Nm of torque, and is available with either a 5-speed manual or an AMT gearbox. It also offers the flexibility of CNG compatibility, making it a practical choice for efficiency-conscious buyers. For those seeking more performance, the 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine generates 98bhp, with torque figures of 160Nm when paired with the manual transmission and 152Nm with the CVT automatic, ensuring a more spirited and refined driving on the robust CMF-A+ platform, the Magnite KURO also delivers a reliable driving experience with electronic power steering, a turning radius of 5.0 metres, and a ground clearance of Magnite Kuro special edition benefits from over 40 standard safety features including 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Traction Control System (TCS), Hill Start Assist (HSA), Brake Assist, and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS). Recently, the Magnite received a 5-star adult occupant safety rating from Global addition to the Kuro edition, Nissan has also expanded the Magnite line-up with the introduction of a new metallic grey colour option, available across the Tekna, Tekna+, and N-Connecta variants. This addition provides customers with more personalisation choices while maintaining the Magnite's for the Magnite Kuro are now open at all Nissan dealerships across India and on the company's official website for an amount of Rs 11, (ex-showroom)1.0 NA petrol manual – Rs 8.30 lakh1.0 NA petrol AMT – Rs 8.55 lakh1.0 turbo petrol manual – Rs 9.71 lakh1.0 turbo petrol CVT – Rs 10.86 to Auto Today Magazine- EndsMust Watch
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
2025 Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition launched, priced at ₹8.30 lakh
Nissan Motor India has launched the 2025 iteration of the Magnite Kuro Special Edition, bringing an all-black themed variant to the subcompact SUV. The 2025 Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition is priced at ₹8.30 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), and bookings are open for a token of ₹11,000 at the brand's authorised dealerships across the country. The new Magnite Kuro will be available across all engine and transmission options. Bookings for the 2025 Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition are open for a token of ₹ 11,000, and brings an all-black look to the subcompact SUV. The Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition gets a piano-black finish on the grille, skid plates, roof rails, and an Onyx Black paint scheme Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition: What's Special The new Magnite Kuro brings the all-black look to the SUV with a special Onyx black paint scheme. Visual upgrades include a new piano black grille, resin black front and rear skid plates, gloss black roof rails, black door handles, and 15-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels. The special edition gets the 'Kuro' badge under the Magnite branding on the left fender and blacked-out LED headlamps. Also Read : Nissan Magnite scores 5 stars in GNCAP crash test: Top 5 safety features it gets The cabin features an all-black dashboard, featuring a piano-black finished gear shift garnish, steering insert, sun visors, and door trims. Nissan is offering a Sable Black wireless charger as standard with the Magnite Kuro, while a stealth-themed dash cam is available as an accessory. The Magnite Kuro is based on the N-Connecta variant with a touchscreen infotainment system, Arkamys sound system, auto-dimming IRVM, auto climate control with rear AC vents, and more. The 2025 Magnite Kuro Edition's cabin gets an all-black look with piano-black finished gear shift garnish, steering insert, sun visors, and door trims Speaking about the new Kuro edition, 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. The New Nissan Magnite KURO Special Edition elevates the Magnite's SUV presence while staying true to Nissan's core promise of exceptional value, advanced innovation, and uncompromised safety. The recent 5-star GNCAP is testimony to our commitment to safety and deliver world-class products from India under our 'One Car, One World' strategy. To celebrate this achievement, we are also introducing a brand new colour - Metallic Grey to the Magnite line-up." In addition to the Magnite Kuro Edition, Nissan has also added the Metallic Grey colour option on select variants of the SUV Nissan Magnite: Specifications The Nissan Magnite draws power from the 1.0-litre naturally aspirated (NA) tuned for 71 bhp and 96 Nm, and a 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine with 98 bhp and 160 Nm. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual and AMT on the NA engine, while the turbo petrol is paired with a 5-speed manual and torque converter. Nissan also offers CNG as a dealer-fitted option. The Magnite packs six airbags as standard, along with features like ABS with EBD, ESC, TCS, Brake Assist, TPMS, and more. Furthermore, Nissan will be offering a new Metallic Grey colour option on the Magnite. The new colour will be available in the Tekna, Tekna Plus, and N Connecta variants. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date:
NDTV
5 days ago
- Automotive
- NDTV
Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition Teased Ahead Of Launch, Here's All About It
Nissan is gearing up to bring a new offering for the Indian market. Nissan has recently teased the Magnite Kuro Edition. Though it is not the first time that the brand has introduced the Kuro Edition. While the Kuro edition was first launched in 2023, it is now that the Magnite facelift is being introduced as a new edition in the catalogue. While most of the highlights seem to be borrowed from the standard Magnite, the 'Kuro' nameplate suggests that this edition will feature an all-black finish. The night has never been this black. The night has never been this bold. Coming soon! #StayTuned #ComingSoon #NissanIndia — Nissan India (@Nissan_India) August 1, 2025 Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition: Engine And Powertrain The Nisaan Magnite Kuro edition will feature the same powertrain options as the other standard variants. It is liley to get a 1.0-litre NA petrol engine, mated with either a 5-speed manual or 5-speed AMT, and makes 71 bhp and 96 Nm. It also has a 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, paired with a 6-speed manual or a CVT available as an option, and delivers around 99 bhp and 152 Nm. It is available with either. Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition: Exterior The Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition will retain the same silhouette as the standard model. However, the new edition is liley to be based on the top trim that is the Nissan Magnite Tekna+. However, as per the 'Kuro' nameplate, the exterior is likely to feature black elements like blacked-out grille, ORVMs, roof rails, all-black alloy wheels, and more. Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition: Interior And Features While the interior of the Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition is expected to be the same as the standard model, it is expected to get an all-black color scheme on the inside. It is expected to get a black shaded upholstery and an all-black interior theme. Talking about the features, the Nissan Magnite Kuro Edition is liley to get features like 360-degree camera, wireless phone charging, height-adjustable driver's seat, automatic climate control, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, and more.
