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Nissan continues its cooperation strategy with Renault and unveils a surprising model aimed at the profitable Indian market.

The Tekton, a compact SUV intended for the Indian market and scheduled for 2026, exemplifies this approach. It is based on the CMF-B LS platform of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, used notably for the Dacia Duster, and will be manufactured in Chennai in partnership with Renault. This modular platform allows Nissan to quickly develop rugged vehicles tailored to the needs of emerging markets.

This approach is not isolated. The recently launched electric Micra also relies on a Renault architecture, specifically that of the new R5. The Tekton extends this logic by combining the proven technical basis of the Duster with a more assertive Nissan design, inspired by the Patrol, its iconic SUV.

Outside, the Tekton features a muscular profile with C-shaped headlights and a red light bar at the rear. The interior emphasizes comfort and technology, with quality materials and a modern interface. The powertrains will be gasoline engines, with manual and automatic transmissions, and a hybrid version is expected in 2027.

This close collaboration with Renault allows Nissan to reduce development costs while expanding its range in segments where it aims to strengthen its presence. The Tekton, along with other models based on the same platform, exemplifies the Alliance’s strategy: sharing technologies while maintaining each brand’s unique identity.

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By combining Renault’s experience with compact vehicles and Nissan’s stylistic signature, the Tekton represents a new step in the cooperation between the two automakers, from the Indian market to international exports.

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