Nissan has officially launched the Magnite CNG in India on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, with prices starting at Rs 6.89 lakh and going up to Rs 10.02 lakh (ex-showroom). This exciting new variant adds a fuel-efficient CNG option to the already popular compact SUV. The bookings for the Magnite CNG will begin from June 1 at authorised Nissan dealerships across seven Indian states — Delhi-NCR, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Kerala.
🔍 Nissan Magnite CNG: Key Highlights
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Available in 6 variants: Visia, Visia+, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, Tekna+
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CNG Kit: Retrofit kit supplied by Motozen, priced at Rs 75,000
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Engine: 1.0-litre, 3-cylinder naturally aspirated petrol
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Transmission: 5-speed manual gearbox
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Warranty: 3 years or 1 lakh km with the CNG fitment
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Installation: At government-authorised CNG fitment centres
📌 Price Breakdown (Ex-Showroom, India)
| Variant | Petrol Price | CNG Price |
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| Visia | Rs 6.14 lakh | Rs 6.89 lakh |
| Visia+ | Rs 6.64 lakh | Rs 7.39 lakh |
| Acenta | Rs 7.29 lakh | Rs 8.04 lakh |
| N-Connecta | Rs 7.97 lakh | Rs 8.72 lakh |
| Tekna | Rs 8.92 lakh | Rs 9.67 lakh |
| Tekna+ | Rs 9.27 lakh | Rs 10.02 lakh |
The CNG version is priced Rs 75,000 higher than the corresponding petrol variant due to the cost of the retrofit kit and installation.
🛠️ Retrofit CNG Kit vs Company-Fitted CNG Kit: What’s the Difference?
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Retrofit CNG Kit:
A retrofit CNG kit is installed after the car is manufactured. In the case of the Magnite, the retrofit kit is added at dealer-level and installed at government-authorised centres. These kits are often used to convert petrol cars to CNG and are approved by the government for safety and emission standards. -
Company-Fitted CNG Kit:
A company-fitted (factory-fitted) CNG kit is installed during the car’s production in the factory. These kits usually come with better integration, warranty, and after-sales support directly from the manufacturer.
In short, retrofit kits offer flexibility, but company-fitted kits offer better integration and peace of mind.
How Does Magnite CNG Compare to Rivals?
Model Price Range (in Rs lakh) Magnite CNG 6.89 – 10.02 Tata Punch CNG 7.30 – 10.17 Hyundai Exter CNG 7.51 – 9.25 Renault Kiger CNG 6.90 – 9.82 The Nissan Magnite CNG has a price advantage over the Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter CNG models. It is also at par with the Renault Kiger CNG, which also uses a dealer-level retrofit kit costing Rs 75,000.