Nissan has launched the much-awaited Gravite MPV in India. Based on the Renault Triber, this B-segment MPV is available in 8 variants. The carmaker has already started accepting orders and the price starts at Rs 5.65 lakh, ex-showroom. Though introductory, this pricing makes the Gravite Rs 11,000 cheaper than the Renault Triber. For perspective, the Triber now has an ex-showroom starting price of Rs 5.76 lakh. Nissan has also clarified that the introductory price will only be valid on the first 5000 bookings.
Design
The Gravite is based on the same CMF-A platform as the Triber and the two share a lot of their design cues with each other. The basic silhouette remains unchanged. Nissan has, however, pumped its signature cues into the Gravite’s overall styling.
The MPV gets a revised front fascia and a redesigned rear end. It comes with Nissan’s V-Motion grille, redesigned headlamps, twin-strip LED DRLs, tweaked bumper with Silver accents and a skid plate, and ‘GRAVITE’ spelled out on the hood.
Enhancing its character, the Gravite gets roof rails and a new set of flex wheels. These are plastic wheel caps that look like alloy wheels. The design of these is different from that of the Triber. The rear gets a redesigned clear-lens tail lamp cluster, Silver detailing, new badges and other minor changes. The rear bumper has been restyled as well. The rear windshield also gets a wiper and defogger on higher trims.
Five colour options will be offered on the Gravite, including a Patrol-inspired ‘Forest Green’. Nissan is also offering a fully-kitted special edition, limited to just 1001 units, that offers features that regular variants don’t.
Interior And Features
Inside, the overall design and layout resemble those of the Triber to some extent. Then there’s the badge swap- Nissan logo instead of Renault’s.
The Gravite’s feature list consists of an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 7-inch digital instrument cluster, manual AC with vents for all three rows, multifunction steering wheel, push-button start, cruise control, automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, cooled glove box, front and rear parking sensors (front sensors likely to be kept exclusive to higher trims), reverse camera and more.
Like the Triber, the Gravite will also feature a 5+2 seating layout. The third row will be flexible and can be removed when not needed. Nissan claims that these seats can be had in over 150 configurations and that the cabin offers class-leading room and storage spaces.
Engine And Specifications
The Gravite will borrow its powertrains from the Triber. It will only be offered with a petrol engine. This 1.0-litre, three-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine will be capable of producing 72 bhp and 96 Nm. Two transmission options will be offered: a five-speed manual and a five-speed AMT automatic. A dealer-level CNG retrofitment kit will be offered
On the safety front, the MPV will get six airbags, ABS, EBD, ESP, Hill Start Assist, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, ISOFIX mounts, and more.
Rivals
The B-MPV segment has very few players in it. The Gravite’s biggest rival will thus be its Renault cousin- the Triber. B MPVs are popular for their strong value proposition. Despite being affordable, they offer enough room and comfort for seven, at least on occasional outings. This particularly appeals to large families who are looking for a pocket-friendly vehicle. The sub-four metre footprint further makes these practical in city and tight traffic conditions.
Nissan’s Future Roadmap
And for Nissan, the Gravite marks the beginning of a promising launch spree. This is the first of three products planned for the coming months. After the Gravite, Nissan will launch its much-awaited five-seater mid-size (C-segment) SUV Tekton. This will be Nissan’s version of the new Duster. Later, it will also launch a seven-seater mid-size SUV. This is expected by 2027.
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