Nissan Magnite Gets 5-Star Safety Rating in Global NCAP
The Nissan Magnite has finally achieved a 5-star safety rating in the Global NCAP crash test. This made-in-India SUV has now joined the leading cars in this category in terms of safety. Earlier, it received only 2 stars, then 4 stars, and now, with necessary safety upgrades, it has reached the top 5-star rating.
Apart from India, the Magnite is also popular in markets like South Africa. The new rating makes it one of the safest sub-compact SUVs in its price segment.
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Safety Data:
Global NCAP evaluates the car on two key aspects:
Adult Occupant Protection (AOP)
Child Occupant Protection (COP)
Adult Safety: 5-Star (32.21/34)
Frontal Crash Test (15.30/16) – Head and neck protection for both driver and passenger were rated good.
The driver’s chest remained safe, while the passenger’s chest received a "moderate" rating.
Knee and foot safety were also satisfactory.
Side Impact Test: 16/16 – The body shell was found to be stable and strong, with all critical areas well protected.
Child Safety: 3-Star (33.64/49)
18-month-old child:
Frontal Impact: 7.64/8
Side Impact: 4/4
3-year-old child:
Frontal Impact: 4/8
Side Impact: 0/4
There is room for improvement, especially in the safety of 3-year-old children.
Key Safety Features:
6 Airbags (front, side, and curtain)
360-Degree Camera
Rear Parking Sensors
ABS with EBD
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
With these upgrades, the Magnite has become a safe and reliable choice for Indian roads.
Price & Competition:
The Nissan Magnite price starts at ₹6.12 lakh and goes up to ₹11.72 lakh (ex-showroom). It competes with:
Renault Kiger
Maruti Fronx
Toyota Taisor
Kia Sonet & Hyundai Venue
Tata Nexon