Nissan C-SUV to Debut on October 7th - Here’s All You Need to Know About the Upcoming Hyundai Creta Rival

Japanese automaker Nissan is gearing up to take the covers off its all-new C-segment SUV in India on October 7th 2025. Currently Nissan offers two products in the Indian market, both of which are SUVs, i.e. the Magnite and the X-Trail. This upcoming SUV will be the company’s re-entry into this segment where it has previously offered products like the Terrano and the Kicks in the Indian market. However, multiple media reports suggest that this SUV is likely to be introduced in its concept phase first followed by a production version which is expected to make it to the market by mid-2026.

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The upcoming Nissan SUV is expected to be based on the Renault-Nissan Alliance’s CMF-B modular platform, which will also underpin the next-generation Renault Duster. It is being anticipated that this model will be manufactured at the company’s Chennai plant, which can support both domestic market as well as exports.

The upcoming Nissan SUV can draw inspiration from its global flagship, the Patrol. From what’s visible through teasers and spy shots, this SUV gets a wide grille with the Nissan badge in the centre, L-shaped LED DRLs, a flat bonnet, upright proportions with flared wheel arches.

Interior

The interior will follow Nissan’s latest global design theme with a new dashboard layout. Expect a 10-inch touchscreen with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a digital driver display, ventilated front seats, wireless charging, and a panoramic sunroof. A 360-degree camera and Level 2 ADAS are also expected to be part of the package. Safety features will likely include six airbags, ABS with EBD, traction control, and ESC.

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The SUV is expected to offer a choice of petrol engines. The lineup could include a 1.5L naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 1.3L turbo-petrol engine. Transmission options can include 6-speed MT and 7-speed DCT. Nissan can also introduce a hybrid version considering the presence of three hybrid SUVs in its segment, i.e. the Grand Vitara, Victoria and the Urban Cruiser Hyryder.

Nissan will take the wraps off this SUV on October 7th which can be followed by a full launch in mid-2026. Nissan is expected to localise production extensively to keep prices competitive. The SUV could be introduced in an ex-showroom price range of Rs 11 to 18 lakh.

Following its launch, the new Nissan C-SUV will compete against the likes of Hyundai Creta, Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Honda Elevate, Kia Seltos, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Maruti Suzuki Victoris, Skoda Kushaq and other SUVs in the segment.