Nissan Gravite

From the factory level, the Nissan Gravite relies on a 1.0L naturally aspirated 3-cylinder petrol engine that sends drive exclusively to the front wheels (2WD).

1.0L B4D NA Petrol Engine

The petrol motor produces 71 bhp at 6,250 rpm and 96 Nm of torque peaking between 3,400 and 3,600 rpm. Being a naturally aspirated unit, the engine offers progressive low-end tractability rather than outright high-speed acceleration.

At idle, a mild 3-cylinder thrum is detectable through the floorboard, but it smooths out once you get rolling. In urban environments with 1 or 2 passengers on board, the throttle response off the line is clean, and the short initial gearing helps the Gravite pull away cleanly from traffic lights without needing any aggressive throttle inputs.

City Driving Performance

In crowded city traffic, the Gravite feels agile and easy to steer. The electronic power steering is light; you don’t have to overwork during U-turns and tight parking manoeuvres. The compact turning radius and expansive glass area provide high visibility as well.

The 5-speed manual gearbox has short, positive throws, and the clutch action is light enough to prevent left-leg fatigue during heavy bumper-to-bumper crawls. For drivers who want two-pedal convenience, the 5-speed EZ-Shift AMT automates clutch and shift duties. You may feel the typical pause between first and second gear shifts under heavy acceleration, but the AMT is well-calibrated for relaxed city driving.

Highway Performance & Ride Quality

Out on the highway, the 71 bhp engine returns a measured driving style, particularly when the car is carrying a full load of seven passengers. Building speed past 90 kmph takes time. Overtaking high-speed traffic on two-lane state highways also requires planning, and you will often need to downshift to third gear to keep the engine in its power band between 3,500 and 5,000 rpm. Cruising steadily at 90 to 100 kmph on flat expressways is manageable, though engine noise becomes noticeable inside the cabin at higher speeds.

But ride quality is one of the strongest attributes of the Nissan Gravite. The suspension setup consists of MacPherson struts with lower transverse links at the front and a twist beam rear axle with coil springs, supported by twin-tube telescopic shock absorbers. The suspension can absorb rough patches, sharp potholes, and expansion joints without transferring harsh jolts to the passengers.

And with an unladen ground clearance of 182 mm, the Gravite clears large speed breakers and broken village roads without underbody scraping, even when loaded with luggage.

Which Powertrain Should You Choose?

• 1.0L Petrol Manual (5-speed MT): The option for price-conscious buyers who want the lowest upfront purchase cost, maximum mechanical simplicity, and total control over gear changes.
• 1.0L Petrol EZ-Shift (5-speed AMT): The recommended choice for daily urban commuters who regularly face congested stop-and-go traffic and prioritise two-pedal driving.

There are five core Nissan Gravite variant families that you can check out from the lineup.

Visia (Base Variant)

The entry-level Visia trim features projector headlamps, crystal edge tail lamps, a piano black 2D grille emblem with satin silver garnish, protective C-shaped bumper accents, black skid plates, and 14-inch steel wheels with centre caps. Inside, the cabin gets an expansive dual-tone theme, sporty seats with an active hexagon pattern, a 3.5-inch LED digital instrument cluster, front power windows, tilt-adjustable electronic power steering, a 12V front power socket, and manual ORVMs.

Acenta

The Acenta trim makes the Gravite more practical for daily family usage. On the outside, it adds full wheel covers for the 14-inch steel wheels, silver skid plates, and piano black mirror caps and door handles. The biggest interior additions include an independent rear air-conditioning system with dedicated vents and controls for the second and third rows, rear room lamps, and an 8.0-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

N-Connecta

The mid-spec N-Connecta trim introduces functional utility and comfort enhancements. Exterior upgrades include LED turn indicators on the ORVMs, crystal edge LED tail lamps, door cladding decals, and functional roof rails capable of carrying a 50 kg load. Inside, it gains dual-tone suede and fabric upholstery, wooden hairline dashboard accents, an upper glove box, a cooled lower glove box, a centre console with cooled storage, a leatherette-wrapped steering wheel, a passenger-side seatback pocket, and a vanity mirror.

Tekna

The Tekna variant is distinguished on the outside by signature LED headlamps with integrated LED DRLs, front LED fog lamps, 15-inch dual-tone flex wheels, and chrome door handles. The cabin receives premium suede and leatherette upholstery with layered hexagon detailing, a driver's centre armrest, driver seat height adjustment, and a 7.0-inch full-digital multi-functional instrument cluster.

Tekna Launch Edition

The Tekna Launch Edition is an accessory-loaded special variant based on the Tekna trim. It adds factory-fitted Nissan Genuine Accessories, including C-shaped aero accents, wheel arch aero inserts, drift flow exterior graphics, door visors, premium chrome belt-line trim, and gear bezel chrome. It also includes dealer-fitted Nissan Approved Accessories such as an upgraded JBL premium speaker setup, a dual dashcam (front and rear recording), a cabin air purifier, ambient mood lighting, etc.

Which Nissan Gravite Variant Should You Pick?

• Visia: Choose this if you are on a strict budget and want the absolute lowest-priced 7-seater.
• Acenta: This one gives you the 8.0-inch touchscreen, wireless smartphone connectivity, and essential roof-mounted independent rear AC vents.
• N-Connecta: Recommended if you want a rear-view camera, cooled storage, rear wiper/defogger, functional 50 kg roof rails, and the EZ-Shift AMT automatic.
• Tekna: The definitive pick if you want full LED lighting, a 7.0-inch digital cluster, push-button start, wireless charging, front parking sensors, and cruise control.
• Tekna Launch Edition: Best for buyers who want the fully loaded Tekna model bundled with styling accessories, dual dashcam, and upgraded JBL audio.

Fuel efficiency is a central factor for buyers who want to take a sub-4-metre family car home. The Nissan Gravite returns some high fuel economy figures certified by ARAI, and is supported by a standard 40-litre fuel tank capacity.

In real-world city driving with the air conditioner running, the 1.0L manual version typically delivers between 12 and 14 kmpl in moderate urban traffic. In comparison, the EZ-Shift AMT returns around 11 to 13 kmpl during heavier traffic stints. On open highways at steady speeds between 80 and 90 kmph, the petrol Gravite easily achieves 16 to 18 kmpl with a moderate passenger load. And the petrol Gravite can cover approximately 650 to 700 km on a full tank.

For high-mileage users who want to reduce fuel costs further, Nissan offers an official dealer-level CNG Pack. The complete kit costs ₹82,999 (during the introductory period) and includes the CNG cylinder, sequential kit installation, initial gas fill, RTO endorsement, insurance endorsement, and third-party warranty coverage. In CNG mode, the Gravite delivers 18 to 20 km/kg in city conditions and up to 24 to 27 km/kg on the highway.

The new Nissan Gravite adopts a purposeful, upright stance; it puts functional MPV proportions with modern crossover styling elements together. And despite staying within the strict sub-4-metre footprint to maximise tax efficiency, its balanced styling actually looks cohesive, not stubby at all.

Front Profile

At the front, the Gravite pulls off Nissan's modern design philosophy with a bold, upright nose. The centre is dominated by a piano black 2D grille emblem framed by an upper grille with a satin silver garnish. The entry Visia and Acenta trims feature projector headlamps, while the higher-spec Tekna and Tekna Launch Edition variants get signature LED headlamps with integrated LED daytime running lights (DRLs) and front LED fog lamps.

Side Profile

From the side, the Gravite’s sub-4-metre length (3,987 mm) and generous 2,636 mm wheelbase become immediately evident. The roofline stays tall and flat towards the rear to preserve headroom for second- and third-row occupants. Key side profile details include 14-inch steel wheels on the Visia and 15-inch dual-tone flex wheels on the Tekna. Black door cladding decals and wheel arch mouldings protect the lower metal panels from flying stones and road debris on gravel tracks. Also, you can notice the functional roof rails at the top. Ground clearance, meanwhile, is around 182 mm.

Rear Profile

The rear of the Gravite features a clean, squared-off tailgate that aids in loading luggage. Crystal edge tail lamps surround the rear glass, featuring LED elements from the N-Connecta trim upwards. A sleek connecting tailgate garnish runs horizontally across the boot lid, integrating the Nissan emblem and model lettering. The rear bumper gets protective cladding with integrated silver skid plate styling and rear parking sensors.

Cabin space, seating modularity, and everyday practicality are the central highlights of the Nissan Gravite. Sitting atop the CMF-A+ modular architecture, the interior frees up a lot of passenger legroom, headroom, and cargo carrying capacity, while sticking to its compact footprint.

Front Row

The front seats have an active hexagon pattern with supportive side bolsters. The dashboard features an expansive dual-tone theme with 3D hexagon texture on lower trims and wooden hairline finish accents on the N-Connecta. The Tekna variant introduces premium suede and leatherette upholstery. The driver gets manual seat height adjustment, a sliding and reclining seat track, and a central armrest on top variants.

Second Row

The middle bench is split 60:40 and is mounted on sliding rails with backrest recline adjustment. The kerbside seat features a 40% one-touch tumble function that folds and flips forward, allowing wide entry to the rear row. The middle seat backrest also folds down (60% fold) to accommodate long items. Second-row passengers get independent rear air conditioning with dedicated vents mounted on the B-pillars and roof.

Third Row

The third row features two independent 50:50 split seats. Unlike conventional fixed seats, each third-row seat can be individually reclined, folded, or completely unlatched and removed from the car without using tools. Legroom in the third row is practical for children or average-height adults on short city commutes.

The dashboard layout is ergonomic, keeping physical controls within easy reach of the driver:

• Infotainment System: Mid and higher trims (Acenta onwards) get a floating 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The interface is simple to navigate, and audio duties are handed over to a 4-speaker and 2-tweeter setup on the Tekna.
• Digital Instrument Cluster: Lower trims feature a 3.5-inch LED digital display, while the Tekna trim upgrades to a 7.0-inch full-digital multi-functional TFT cluster showing trip computers, tyre pressure readouts, drive statistics, and Eco coaching prompts.
• Smart Convenience: Top-spec Tekna variants include the Nissan Premium I-Key with push-button engine start/stop, walk-away auto lock, and approach auto unlock. It also features a wireless smartphone charging pad, cruise control (on manual models), automatic headlamps, rain-sensing wipers, and a PM2.5 particulate cabin air filter.

• Tekna Launch Edition Features: The special Launch Edition adds dealer-fitted approved accessories, including upgraded JBL speakers, a dual dashcam (front and rear recording), ambient mood lighting, a dedicated cabin air purifier, and neck/lumbar support cushions.

   

Boot Space, Storage & Modular Practicality

Luggage flexibility is where the Gravite clearly leads its price category.

• In 7-seater mode, the boot offers 84 litres of luggage capacity, enough for a couple of soft duffle bags or daily grocery runs.
• In 6-seater mode (with one third-row seat removed), boot space expands to 320 litres.

• In 5-seater mode (with both third-row seats removed and stored at home), the cargo area expands to 625 litres, easily fitting four full-sized suitcases and strollers.

   

Cabin storage is thoughtfully distributed throughout the interior as well. It includes an upper dashboard storage box, a cooled lower glovebox, a central console with cooled storage for beverage cans, front door pockets with 1-litre bottle holders, passenger seatback pockets, a front passenger under-seat tray, and three 12V accessory sockets spread across all three rows.

Safety is an area where the new Nissan Gravite sets a strong benchmark for budget 7-seaters in India, offering essential active and passive safety systems as standard across every variant. But do note that it doesn’t have an official Bharat NCAP rating.

Passive Safety

• 6 Airbags: Every single trim, from the base Visia to the top Tekna, gets 6 airbags (front dual, front-seat side, and curtain airbags) straight from the factory.
• Structural Integrity: The high-tensile steel construction of the CMF-A+ platform can absorb impact energy fairly well.

• Seatbelt & Child Safety: 3-point seatbelts with reminders are there for all seven seating positions. There’s also the driver's seatbelt pretensioner with load limiter, speed-sensing automatic door locks, impact-sensing automatic door unlock, and ISOFIX child-seat anchorages in the second row.

   

Active Safety & Electronics

The Gravite’s active safety department is well-covered. It’s naturally difficult to get a car with ADAS under 10 lakh, but for general safety tech, you do get:

• Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Hill Start Assist (HSA) to prevent rollback on steep inclines
• Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
• Brake Assist System (BAS)
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with dashboard warnings

• Automatic Hazard Warning Light activation under heavy emergency braking

   

For parking in congested urban environments, the N-Connecta trim adds a high-resolution rear-view camera with predictive projection guidelines that adjust with steering inputs. The top-spec Tekna trim adds front parking sensors alongside the standard rear parking sensors.

Take a look at how active and passive safety equipment is distributed across the variants:

The Nissan Gravite operates in the entry-level multi-seater space, competing directly against modular MPVs, compact SUVs, and large family hatchbacks like the Renault Triber, Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, Tata Punch, and Maruti Suzuki WagonR.

Nissan Gravite vs Renault Triber

The Gravite and Triber share the same underlying CMF-A+ architecture and 1.0L powertrain. If you want an updated interior design, you can go for the Triber. Mileage is also comparatively a bit better.

However, the Gravite stands out with its distinct Nissan front-end styling, standard 6 airbags right from the base Visia trim (where older entry Triber trims offered dual airbags), front parking sensors on the Tekna trim, etc.

Nissan Gravite vs Maruti Suzuki Ertiga

The Maruti Ertiga is a larger, full-size MPV powered by a more powerful 1.5L 4-cylinder engine (102 bhp / 137 Nm). It is more suitable for long-distance highway travel with seven adults, but it carries a much higher starting price of ₹8.90 lakh.

The Gravite provides the same three-row family seating convenience but at a relatively lower price point, saving buyers around ₹3.00 to ₹4.00 lakh upfront.

Nissan Gravite vs Tata Punch

The Tata Punch is a dedicated 5-seater micro-SUV focused on rugged styling and structural safety. It also has a solid 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP.

In contrast, for families on a similar budget, the Gravite offers a lot more interior flexibility, a larger 625-litre boot in 5-seater mode and the ability to carry seven passengers when needed.

Nissan Gravite vs Maruti Suzuki WagonR

The WagonR is a traditional tallboy hatchback offering easy city driving and frugal running costs. If you’re considering overall low costs regarding long-term maintenance, it’s a more sensible choice.

At the same time, the Gravite matches the WagonR’s ex-showroom price tag while offering a much wider cabin, standard 6 airbags, independent rear AC cooling and two extra seats for family outings.

Which One Should You Pick?

• Nissan Gravite: Choose this if you want the most affordable, safe 7-seater car.
• Renault Triber: An alternative if you prefer Renault’s specific dealership network.
• Maruti Suzuki Ertiga: Pick this if you have a larger budget and need a bigger 1.5L engine.
• Tata Punch: Ideal if you only need five seats and prioritise SUV styling and ground clearance.
• Maruti Suzuki WagonR: Best for buyers wanting a strictly compact 5-seater city commuter.

Like every car in this category, the Nissan Gravite comes with its own set of strengths and everyday compromises that buyers should consider.

Despite a few performance shortcomings on open highways, the combination of 7-seater practicality, standard 6 airbags, and an aggressive starting price easily justifies the Nissan Gravite price tag.

The new Nissan Gravite is no doubt one of the most practical entry-level family cars in India. It sits somewhere between a budget hatchback and a practical multi-purpose vehicle. By packing three modular rows of seating into a sub-4-metre body, Nissan has given the Indian market a car that not only fits into crowded city parking spaces but also comfortably handles family outings.

For daily urban commuting, the 1.0L petrol engine is smooth, fuel-efficient and easy to drive. The clutch action on the manual is light, while the EZ-Shift AMT provides relaxed two-pedal convenience in traffic. Then there’s the suspension, which absorbs rough city roads with composure, and the standard safety package of 6 airbags, ESP and Hill Start Assist right from the base variant.

However, prospective buyers must also keep its mechanical limitations in mind. With 71 bhp and 96 Nm of torque, the Gravite is absolutely not the go-to choice for fast highway cruising. When loaded with seven adults, building speed past 90 kmph takes patience, and overtakes require planning. In contrast, the Tata Punch’s 5-star safety rating makes it a more secure highway cruiser; the Maruti Suzuki has a more powerful engine, and the Renault Triber feels more contemporary on the inside.

But if your primary usage is around city driving, school runs, family weekend outings, and you want an affordable car with low running costs, there’s no reason to look past the Gravite. Its Acenta trim is the ideal sweet spot for budget-conscious families, while the Tekna trim offers complete modern tech with full LED lighting, digital screens, and front parking sensors.