Nissan Unveils “Gravite” MPV: A New Budget-Friendly 7-Seater to Rival Maruti and Renault
From Triber to Gravite: The Alliance DNA with a Nissan Twist
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The “Muscle” Look: Bold Grilles and C-Shaped Signatures
Inside the Cabin: Modularity, Wireless Tech, and Safety as Standard
Powering the People Mover: 1.0L Engine Specs and Transmission Options
The Road Ahead: January Unveil and a Full Showroom Launch by March 2026
Nissan is finally making a move to fix its small lineup in India. The thing is, they’ve just shown off the exterior of their new sub-4-meter MPV, and it’s officially called the Nissan Gravite.
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Actually, it’s built on the same CMF-A+ platform as the Renault Triber. Specifically, it’s a direct sibling to that car, but Nissan has given it a much more aggressive face.
As a result, the Gravite looks more like a mini-SUV than a traditional van. Consequently, if you’re looking for a 7-seater that doesn’t look like a commercial vehicle, this might be the one (let’s be real, the Triber needed a stylish cousin).
And here’s the kicker. It’s not just a rebadged job. In fact, the design has some serious character.
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Basically, you get a bold honeycomb grille and a flat, muscular bonnet with “GRAVITE” lettering right on the front. Instead of simple curves, they used C-shaped silver inserts on the bumpers. And then Y followed. They added slim LED DRLs connected by a light bar to make it look modern for 2026.
[Infographic comparing the front-end design of the Nissan Gravite and the Renault Triber]
Seating: It’s a full 7-seater. Actually, it has the same modular “EasyFix” seats as the Triber, so you can remove the last row entirely.
Engine: It uses a 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder petrol motor. Specifically, it makes 72 PS and 96 Nm of torque.
Safety: Nissan is making 6 airbags standard across the range. Basically, they’re pushing safety as a big selling point.
Tech: Expect an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (those too).
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Moreover, the side profile looks pretty rugged. Specifically, it has tall roof rails and dual-tone alloy wheels that fill out the arches nicely.
Actually, Nissan is playing it smart by keeping the length under 4 meters. As a result, they save on taxes, which keeps the price low—rumor has it starting around ₹6.20 lakh. Consequently, it’s going to be a huge headache for the Maruti Ertiga and Kia Carens at the lower end of the market.
The thing is, Nissan needs this to be a hit. In fact, after the Magnite, their showrooms have been a bit empty.
Basically, the Gravite is just the start. Instead of a tidy wrap-up, remember that the Tekton SUV and a larger C-SUV are coming right after. And then Y followed. The official launch happens in January 2026, with deliveries starting in March.
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