Nissan has unveiled the name of its upcoming SUV, which is set to rival the popular Hyundai Creta. The new model is called the Nissan Tekton, a name derived from Greek. We can expect this new model to launch in India around mid-2026.
Love the mature lines of the new Nissan Kicks replacement - the Tekton. Have grown up with Nissans and Datsuns (!) in all parts of the world and drive one myself! @Nissan_India pic.twitter.com/99pFnTxREn
— Vishnu Som (@VishnuNDTV) October 7, 2025
Exterior Design
Nissan's senior design director, Ken Lee, stated that the Tekton’s styling is heavily inspired by the large Nissan Patrol SUV, calling the Tekton a "baby Patrol."
- Patrol Influence: The design features a tweaked version of the Patrol's imposing grille, along with C-shaped design elements and body lines that mimic the larger SUV.
- Lighting: The LED headlights and taillights are striking, connecting across the width of the SUV and forming a C-shaped motif, another direct nod to the Patrol.
- Other Details: The sculpted bonnet flows down to the grille, and the word "Tekton" is prominently placed on the nose. It gets flared wheel arches (like the smaller Magnite), dual-tone bumpers, and a sporty, upright tailgate with a roof-mounted spoiler.
Interior and Expected Engine
While the interior has only been teased, the dashboard will feature a premium, striking three-tone theme:
- The layout uses soft-touch materials on the top surfaces, glossy black accents below, and a distinct copper-colored strip that stretches across the dashboard.
There is no official confirmation on the engine options yet, but the lineup is expected to be petrol-only. Since the Tekton shares its platform with the upcoming Renault Duster, the two vehicles will likely share their petrol engines. The SUV will be manufactured at the Renault-Nissan Alliance plant in Chennai for both the Indian market and for export.