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Maruti Grand Vitara vs Nissan Magnite

Should you buy Maruti Grand Vitara or Nissan Magnite? Find out which car is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their Price, Size, Space, Boot Space, Service cost, Mileage, Features, Colours and other specs. Maruti Grand Vitara price starts at Rs 10.99 Lakh ex-showroom for Sigma (Petrol) and Nissan Magnite price starts Rs 6 Lakh ex-showroom for XE (Petrol). Grand Vitara has 1490 cc (Petrol top model) engine, while Magnite has 999 cc (Petrol top model) engine. As far as mileage is concerned, the Grand Vitara has a mileage of 27.97 kmpl (Petrol top model)> and the Magnite has a mileage of 20 kmpl (Petrol top model).

Grand Vitara Vs Magnite

Key HighlightsMaruti Grand VitaraNissan Magnite
On Road PriceRs.22,91,212*Rs.12,98,370*
Mileage (city)25.45 kmpl-
Fuel TypePetrolPetrol
Engine(cc)1490999
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
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Maruti Grand Vitara vs Nissan Magnite Comparison

Basic Information

On-Road Price in New DelhiRs.22,91,212*
Rs.12,98,370*
Finance Available (EMI)Rs.44,145/month
Rs.24,710/month
InsuranceRs.55,892
Grand Vitara Insurance

Rs.47,400
Magnite Insurance

User Rating
4.5
Based on 479 Reviews
4.3
Based on 562 Reviews
Service Cost (Avg. of 5 years)Rs.5,130
Rs.3,328
Brochure

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
M15D With Strong Hybrid
1.0L HRAO
Displacement (cc)
1490
999
No. of Cylinders
3
3 Cylinder Cars
3
3 Cylinder Cars
Max Power (bhp@rpm)
91.18bhp@5500rpm
98.63bhp@5000rpm
Max Torque (nm@rpm)
122Nm@4400-4800rpm
152Nm@2200-4400rpm
Valves Per Cylinder
4
4
Bore X Stroke (mm)
-
72.2 x 81.3
Turbo Charger
-
Yes
Transmission TypeAutomatic
Automatic
Gear Box
E-CVT
CVT
Mild Hybrid
No-
Drive Type
FWD
FWD

Fuel & Performance

Fuel TypePetrol
Petrol
Mileage City (kmpl)25.45
-
Mileage ARAI (kmpl)27.97
17.4
Fuel Tank Capacity (Litres)45
40
Emission Norm Compliance
BS VI 2.0
BS VI 2.0
Top Speed (kmph)135
-

Suspension, Steering & Brakes

Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Mac Pherson strut with Lower Transverse link
Rear Suspension
Torsion Beam
Twin tube telescopic shock absorber
Shock Absorbers Type
-
Double Acting
Steering Type
Electric
Electronic
Steering Column
Tilt & Telescopic
Tilt
Steering Gear Type
Rack & Pinion
-
Turning Radius (Metres)
5.4
5.0
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
Drum
Top Speed (Kmph)
135
-
Braking (100-0kmph)
40.58m

-
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
195/60 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless,Radial
0-100Kmph (Tested)11.55s

-
City driveability (20-80kmph)8.55s

-
Braking (80-0 kmph)25.82m

-
Alloy Wheel Size Front (Inch)17
16
Alloy Wheel Size Rear (Inch)17
16
Boot Space Rear Seat Folding-
690 Litres

Dimensions & Capacity

Length (mm)
4345
3994
Width (mm)
1795
1758
Height (mm)
1645
1572
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm)
210
205
Wheel Base (mm)
2600
2500
Kerb Weight (kg)
1290-1295
-
Grossweight (kg)
1755
-
Seating Capacity
5
5
Boot Space (Litres)
373
336
No. of Doors
5
5

Comfort & Convenience

Power Steering
YesYes
Power Windows Front
YesYes
Power Windows Rear
YesYes
Automatic Climate Control
YesYes
Air Quality Control
-
Yes
Accessory Power Outlet
YesYes
Trunk Light
YesYes
Vanity Mirror
YesYes
Rear Reading Lamp
YesYes
Rear Seat Headrest
YesYes
Adjustable Headrest
YesYes
Rear Seat Centre Arm Rest
YesYes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts
Yes-
Cup Holders Front
YesYes
Cup Holders Rear
YesYes
Rear AC Vents
YesYes
Multifunction Steering Wheel
YesYes
Cruise Control
YesYes
Parking Sensors
Rear
Rear
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
YesYes
Foldable Rear Seat
60:40 Split
60:40 Split
Engine Start Stop Button
YesYes
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Front & Rear Door
Voice Command
YesYes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddles
No-
USB Charger
Rear
Front
Central Console Armrest
With Storage
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
NoNo
Luggage Hook And Net-
Yes
Additional FeaturesAccessory Socket (Luggage room), Reclining Rear Seats, Vanity Mirror Lamp (Driver + Co-driver), Suzuki Connect TRIPS AND DRIVING BEHAVIOR (Trip Suary, Driving Behaviour, Share Trip History, Area Guidance, Vehicle Location Sharing)
USB - 2.4A Fast Charge with Illumination,Trip Meter Information / Eco Scoring / Eco Coaching,HVAC Airflow Indicator,Vehicle Status & Vehicle Health Status,Service Booking, Service History,Air Conditioner with Deodorizing + Dust Filter,Tech Pack Optional (Air Purifier)
One Touch Operating Power Window
Driver's Window
Driver's Window
Glove Box LightYesYes
Idle Start Stop SystemYes-
Air Conditioner
YesYes
Heater
YesYes
Adjustable Steering
YesYes
KeyLess EntryYesYes
Ventilated Seats
Yes-
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
YesYes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes-
Follow Me Home Headlamps
Yes-

Interior

Tachometer
YesYes
Leather Steering Wheel-
Yes
Leather Wrap Gear Shift Selector-
Yes
Glove Compartment
YesYes
Digital Odometer
Yes-
Dual Tone Dashboard
Yes-
Additional FeaturesChrome Inside Door Handle, Spot Map Lamp (Roof front),Black PVC + Stitch Door Armrest, Front Footwell Light (Driver & Co-driver side), Ambient Lighting Door Spot & IP Line, Soft Touch IP with Premium Stitch, All Black Interior with Champagne Gold Accents, Suzuki Connect ALERTS AND NOTIFICATIONS (Overspeed, Seatbelt, AC Idling, Trip (Start &End), Low Fuel, Low Range, Dashboard View)
Assist Side Interior Decoration: Patterned Film with Gloss Black End Finisher,Audio Frame Bezel: Matt Chrome, Finisher Gloss Black,Audio Frame Bezel: Matt Chrome, Finisher Gloss Black,Sporty AC Vents with Silver Finish + Dial Ring Matt Chrome,Centre Console Finisher Black,Driver + Front Passenger (Slide + Reclining),Premium Embossed Black Fabric with Synthetic Leather Accent,Seat Back Pocket,Glovebox Storage (10L),Front (Door Pocket + 1L Pet Bottle),Rear (Door Pocket + 1L Pet Bottle),Centre Console 1L Per Bottle x 2,Centre Console Storage for Wallet (1.3L),Mobile Storage Tray in Centre Console,Front Door Trim with Dark Grey Fabric + Stitch,Door Trim Silver Embelish,Silver Inside Door Handle,Parking Brake with Chrome Button - Leather + Grey stitch,Gear Knob Silver Finisher,CVT Finisher Indicator Gloss Black,Silver Accent,Black Leatherette with Grey Stitch,TFT Meter Control,Speed & Tachometer,17.78 cm TFT Advanced Drive Assist Display (Multi-functional),3D Welcome Animation,Illumination Control,Fuel Economy & Fuel History,Trip Meter Information,Outside Thermometer,Rear AC Vents with Chrome Finish,Chrome Outside Front Door Handles with Request Switch (Driver + Passenger),Front Centre Armrest - Dark Grey with Stitch,Rear Centre Armrest with Mobile Holder,Sunvisor - Driver side,Sunvisor - Driver Side with Card Holder,Centre Console Back Power Outlet (12V),Map Lamps,Rear Parcel Tray,Foot Rest,Over Driver Switch in Gear Shift Knob,Assist Grip Folding Type (Passenger x 1+ Rear x 2),Coat Hook Rear x2Front Door Armrest,Rear Door Armrest,Tech Pack Optional (LED Scuff Plate),Tech Pack Optional (Ambient Mood Lighting)
Digital ClusterFull
Full
Digital Cluster Size (Inch)7
7
UpholsteryLeatherette
Leather

Exterior

Available Colors
Arctic White
Opulent Red Midnight Black
Opulent Red
Chestnut Brown
Arctic White Midnight Black
Grandeur Grey
Splendid Silver Midnight Black
Midnight Black
Nexa Blue
Splendid Silver
Grand Vitara Colors
Sandstone Brown
Onyx Black
Flare Garnet Red
Vivid Blue & Onyx Black
Blade Silver
Pearl White With Onyx Black
Tourmalline Brown With Onyx Black
Black
Storm White
Magnite Colors
Body TypeSUV
All SUV Cars
SUV
All SUV Cars
Adjustable HeadlightsYesYes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Manually Adjustable Ext Rear View Mirror
-
No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror
YesYes
Rear Window Wiper
YesYes
Rear Window Washer
Yes-
Rear Window Defogger
-
Yes
Wheel CoversNoNo
Alloy Wheels
YesYes
Tinted Glass
-
Yes
Rear Spoiler
YesYes
Sun Roof
Yes-
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicators
YesYes
Integrated AntennaYesYes
Projector Headlamps
YesYes
Halogen HeadlampsNoNo
Roof Rail
YesYes
Lighting-
,DRL's (Day Time Running Lights)
LED DRLs
-
Yes
LED Headlights
Yes-
LED Taillights
YesYes
LED Fog Lamps
-
Yes
Additional FeaturesChrome Belt Line Garnish, Front Variable Intermittent Wiper, LED Position Lamp, Dark Grey Skid Plate (Front & Rear), Suzuki Connect REMOTE FUNCTIONS (Hazard Light ON/OFF, Headlight OFF, Alarm, Iobilizer Request, Battery Health)
Headlamp with Manual Levelizer,Light Saberstyle LED Turn Indicator in Headlamp,Wide Split Tail Lamps with Signature,Front Grill with Chrome,Body Coloured Bumpers - Front & Rear,Silver Skid Plates Front & Rear Bumper,Coloured Sporty Roof Rails (50 load capacity),Nissan Magnite Chrome Signature on Fender Finisher,Outside Mirror Coloured,Chrome Outside Door Handles,Waist Moulding Chrome,Rear Quarter Window Moulding Chrome,Back Door Finisher Body Colour,Tinted Glass (Front/Rear/Back),Turbo Emblem,CVT Emblem,Rear Spoiler with LED High Mounted Stop Lamp,Door Lower Moulding Black,Door Lower Silver Finisher,Body Side Lower Finisher Black (Side Sill),Front Fender + Rear Wheel Arch Cladding Black,Diamond Cut Alloy Wheel,Intermittent Variable Front Wiper,Tech Pack Optional (Puddle Lamps)
Fog Lights-
Front
AntennaShark Fin
Shark Fin
SunroofPanoramic
-
Boot OpeningManual
Manual
Puddle LampsYes-
Tyre Size
215/60 R17
195/60 R16
Tyre Type
Tubeless, Radial
Tubeless,Radial

Safety

Anti Lock Braking System
YesYes
Brake AssistYesYes
Central Locking
YesYes
Child Safety Locks
YesYes
Anti Theft Alarm
YesYes
No. of Airbags6
2
Driver Airbag
YesYes
Passenger Airbag
YesYes
Side Airbag FrontYes-
Side Airbag RearNo-
Day Night Rear View Mirror
Yes-
Seat Belt Warning
YesYes
Door Ajar Warning
YesYes
Traction Control-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
YesYes
Engine Immobilizer
YesYes
Electronic Stability Control
Yes-
Advance Safety FeaturesAll Seats Belts - ( 3 Point ELR), Warning Lamp/ Reminder for (Low Fuel, Door Ajar, Headlamp On), Acoustic Vehicle Alert System (AVAS), Suzuki Connect SAFETY AND URITY (Emergency Alerts, Breakdown Notification, Stolen Vehicle Notification and Tracking, Time Fence)
3P Seat Belts with Pretensioner & Load Limiter Driver,3P Seat Belts with Pretensioner & Load Limiter Passenger,Rear Seat Belt, (Emergency Locking Retractor)3-point ELR Seat Belts x 2, 2-point Fix Seat Belt x 1,Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC),Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA),Anti Roll Bar,Automatic Warning Hazard on Heavy Braking,Central Door Lock Driver Side Switch,Trumpet Horn,Automated Roadside Assistance,Cruise Control Indicator,Hill Start Assist Indicator
Rear Camera
With Guidedlines
With Guidedlines
Anti Theft DeviceYes-
Anti Pinch Power Windows
Driver
Driver
Speed Alert
YesYes
Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
YesYes
Isofix Child Seat Mounts
YesYes
Heads Up Display
Yes-
Pretensioners And Force Limiter Seatbelts
Driver and Passenger
Driver and Passenger
Sos Emergency Assistance
Yes-
Geo Fence Alert
YesYes
Hill Descent Control
No-
Hill Assist
YesYes
Impact Sensing Auto Door UnlockYesYes
360 View Camera
YesYes
Curtain AirbagYes-
Electronic Brakeforce DistributionYesYes

Advance Internet

Live LocationYes-
Remote ImmobiliserYes-
Send POI to Vehicle From AppYes-
E-Call & I-CallNoNo
Google / Alexa ConnectivityYes-
RSA-
Yes
Over Speeding AlertYesYes
Tow Away AlertYes-
Smartwatch AppYesYes
Valet ModeYes-
Remote AC On/OffYes-
Remote Door Lock/UnlockYes-

Entertainment & Communication

Radio
YesYes
Speakers Front
YesYes
Speakers Rear
YesYes
Integrated 2DIN AudioYesYes
Wireless Phone Charging
Yes-
Bluetooth Connectivity
YesYes
Touch Screen
YesYes
Touch Screen size (Inch)
-
8
Connectivity
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto, Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
YesYes
Apple Car Play
YesYes
No. of Speakers
-
4
Additional FeaturesSmartPlay Pro+, Arkamys Sound Tuning, Premium Sound System
WhatsApp Notifications Read Outs,iPOD Support,Wi-Fi Connect for AA & CP,Around View Monitor Display on Screen,Rear Camera with Static Guidelines Display,Simultaneous Rear & Front Side View Display,Bird's Eye View,NissanConnect with 50+ Features & Smartwatch Connectivity,Telephone Connectivity,TECH PACK Optional (Wireless Charger)Tech Pack Optional (High-end Speakers)
Usb PortsA & C Type
Yes
Auxillary Input-
Yes
Tweeter2
2
Rear Touch Screen SizeNoNo
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Pros and Cons

  • Pros
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    Maruti Grand Vitara

    • Gets an upright SUV stance
    • LED light details help it look modern and premium
    • Strong Hybrid variant claims a high efficiency of 27.97kmpl
    • Fit, finish and quality of interiors are impressive. Certainly the best from Maruti yet.
    • Comes loaded with premium feature like ventilated seats, heads-up display, digital instrument cluster, 360 degree camera and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
    • Powertrain options include mild-hybrid, strong-hybrid, manual and automatic transmission options and all-wheel drive.

    Nissan Magnite

    • Smartly designed sub-compact SUV. Very well proportioned
    • Spacious and practical cabin. A good SUV for the family
    • Comfortable ride quality. Bad roads can be tackled with confidence
    • Turbo petrol engine offers good driveability and punch.
    • Impressive features list

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