New Nissan Magnite SUV Export: Nissan India on Tuesday, November 19 officially began exports of its recently launched SUV – the new Nissan Magnite – to South Africa. According to the official release, in line with the announcement made during the 2024 Magnite launch in October, the company is now launching its latest offering in the international markets from Nissan’s Alliance JV plant in Chennai.
The first consignment of over 2,700 units of the new Nissan Magnite has left the Chennai port within a month of its launch in India.
The Magnite, which was first introduced in December 2020, has been a key part of Nissan’s strategy to strengthen India’s position as a global export hub. The launch of the upgraded model in October 2024 underlines Nissan’s ‘Make-in-India, Make for the World’ vision and the company’s plans to expand its footprint to more than 65 international markets. South Africa has become the first country to receive the new Nissan Magnite, with shipments set to reach other international destinations including left-hand drive markets.
Speaking on the occasion, Frank Torres, Divisional Vice President, AMIEO Region, and President, Nissan India Operations, said, “Since the launch of the Nissan Magnite in 2020, we have seen a great acceptance and demand from customers in the South African market for the made-in-India SUV. Compact SUV in India.
“Our focus on the domestic and export markets is an important part of our strategy to deliver results in line with ‘The Arc’ and India remains an important part of the company’s growth strategy. The export of the new Nissan Magnite to India will further enhance our progress.” “The positioning as an export hub and boosting Nissan’s growth in the AMIEO region exemplifies Nissan India’s ‘One Car, One World’ philosophy,” he said.
About the new Nissan Magnite
The new Nissan Magnite boasts of a strong, bold design, advanced safety features and over 20 segment-first offerings in India. With a premium exterior and interior redesign, the SUV offers superior safety with a reinforced body structure, and 40+ standard safety features including six airbags, electronic stability control, traction control system and hydraulic brake assist. According to the official release, with this launch, Nissan aims to further strengthen its position in the competitive global SUV market while making an impact with its ‘Bold Inside Out’ philosophy.
