Nissan has launched the Tekton, which comes in as the closest alternative to the Renault Duster. The Japanese automaker claims that the name has been inspired by tectonic plates of the Himalayas. Customer bookings for this midsize SUV are underway, with deliveries commencing on July 20, 2026. The Nissan Tekton is being offered in six trim levels spread across 12 variants and 11 colour options. Understandably, the Tekton and Duster share the same CMF-B platform and turbo-petrol powertrain options.
Lego Technic has released a new kit called the Ducati Desmo 450MX Factory Motorcycle. As the name suggests this is an assembly kit based around Ducati’s new 450cc MX motorcycle.
Sales will begin on August 1 2026
Features working steering and suspension
This is not the first time Lego has made a motorcycle, or even a Ducati for that matter. The Danish toy company has made multiple Ducati licenced kit motorcycles over the years and this is the latest in the line. In fact, there is also a Ducati Panigale V4 S kit also currently available from Lego.
Mirroring real life, this new kit is simpler than the Panigale kit which features over three times the parts. Based on Ducati’s new single cylinder MX range, the Lego Desmo 450MX is a kit that comprises 457 pieces and is targeted at children ages 10 and up. Once fully assembled, the bike’s dimensions are 7.5 in. (19 cm) high, 12 in. (31 cm) long and 4.5 in. (11 cm) wide.
It may be simpler, but the 450 MX kit still has functional steering and working suspension at both ends. It even has a working chain that moves the single piston within the engine. Where the Panigale kit takes the complexity further is in the inclusion of a three speed transmission that you won’t find here.
However, at USD 50 (around Rs 4768) the Desmo 450 MX kit is also far more affordable than the Panigale kit which costs USD 200 (Rs 19,071). This new Ducati Lego kit will go on sale in the USA on August 1 and it should be available in India soon after as well as it is already listed on the company’s India website.
Like the Renault Duster, its badge-engineered sibling, the Nissan Tekton, has secured a full 5-star safety rating in the Bharat New Car Assessment Program (BNCAP) crash tests. The Nissan SUV scored 30.49 out of 32 points for adult occupant protection (AOP) and 45 out of 49 points for child occupant protection (COP), matching the Duster’s scores exactly. The safety rating applies across the entire Tekton range.
Nissan has finally launched its version of the Renault Duster, the Tekton. While the two midsize SUVs share the same mechanical underpinnings, they slightly differ in terms of design. Interestingly, this isn’t Nissan’s first take on the Duster, as the brand had previously sold the Terrano. In this feature, we take a closer look at how the Tekton differs from the Renault SUV, both inside and out.
Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster: Exterior
Nissan claims that the Tekton’s design is inspired by the Patrol flagship SUV, which lends it a more squared-off appearance than the Renault Duster. While the overall silhouette is similar, the Tekton separates itself with slimmer LED headlights, connected by a light bar. Even the C-shaped design of the DRLs is different from the Duster’s eyebrow-shaped units. Nissan has opted for a traditional front grille with the logo in the centre, while the ‘TEKTON’ lettering is present on the bonnet. Another standout for the Tekton comes in the form of a red strip, which flanks the logo on the grille. The Renault SUV, meanwhile, places the ‘DUSTER’ lettering on the grille. Tweaks have also been made to the front bumper of the Tekton, with lesser use of silver-finished trims.
In profile, details like a multi-spoke design for the 18-inch alloy wheels, variant-specific badging with C-shaped graphics on the front fenders and silver-finished roof rails make the Tekton stand out. A good dose of cladding over the wheel arches and under the doors, pull-type door handles at the front and C-pillar-mounted ones at the rear and shark-fin antenna are common between the two.
Unlike the triangular tail-lamps of the Duster, the Tekton opts for a C-shaped signature, which is a nod to the Patrol. This signature also trickles down to silver trims on the rear bumper.
Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster: Interior
Inside, the top-spec Tekton features a dual-tone rose gold and burgundy upholstery, instead of the Duster’s black-and-green theme. Further distinction is made by gold finished inserts on the three-spoke steering wheels, dashboard, centre console and door handles.
Speaking of features, both pack a similar set of features, including a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital driver’s display, panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger and 6-way adjustable and ventilated front seats. Safety suite includes 6 airbags, Level 2 ADAS, a 360-degree camera with blind-spot assist, an electronic parking brake and front and rear parking sensors. Like the Duster, the Nissan has received a full five-star crash safety rating from the Bharat NCAP.
Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster: Powertrains
Like the Duster, the Tekton comes with 100hp 1-litre and 163hp 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine options. Similarly, a 6-speed manual gearbox is on offer with both engines, but an automatic gearbox – a 7-speed DCT in this case – is limited to the more powerful mill. Even the mileage figures of these powertrain options are similar, as can be seen in the table below. As we had exclsuively reported earlier, the Tekton will not receive the 160hp 1.8-litre strong-hybrid powertrain, set to be introduced with the Duster by Diwali.
Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster claimed fuel-efficiency (kpl)
Triumph Motorcycles has revealed a fresh collection of paint schemes for six models in its 2027 lineup, with the new colours set to arrive at dealerships globally from August 2026. The updates cover the Speed 400, Scrambler 400 X, Tiger Sport 800, Speed Triple 1200 RS, and both Rocket 3 Storm variants.
New colour options announced globally
No mechanical changes accompany the cosmetic updates
2027 Triumph bikes get new colours
Six Triumph models receive fresh paint schemes for 2027
The Speed 400 gains a new two-tone red and grey colour scheme featuring a diagonal black stripe across the fuel tank. Meanwhile, the Scrambler 400 X gets a new grey and khaki green finish with a contrasting khaki tank stripe and black bodywork. These colours have been revealed for the global-spec models, but since the India-spec bikes share much of the same body panels and fuel tank, there’s a good chance they will eventually make their way to our market as well.
Both motorcycles recently received a price revision. The Speed 400 is currently priced at Rs 2.40 lakh, while the Scrambler 400 X costs Rs 2.65 lakh (both ex-showroom).
The Tiger Sport 800 receives a new black and yellow colour scheme featuring Tiger Sport graphics on the fuel tank. While the motorcycle has not yet been launched in India, Triumph has brought much of its international portfolio to our market, including several limited-edition models, making an India launch a strong possibility.
The Rocket 3 Storm GT and Rocket 3 Storm R also receive two new paint options each. The Storm GT is now available in grey and red, and black and blue, while the Storm R gets grey and black, and black with an orange stripe. Finally, the Speed Triple 1200 RS gains a new black and blue finish with orange graphics. Since all three motorcycles are already on sale in India, these new colour options are also expected to be introduced here in due course.
After teasing it for some time now, Nissan has launched the Tekton midsize SUV at Rs 10.49 lakh (ex-showroom). It is Nissan’s badge-engineered version of the Renault Duster and is being offered in six trims: Visia, Visia+, Acenta, N-Connecta, Tekna, and Tekna+. Bookings for the midsize SUV are open, and deliveries start on July 20.
Borrows the Duster’s 1.0L and 1.3L turbo-petrol engines
Exterior design is bolder and boxier than the Duster
Gets the same features as the Duster, with a new dual-tone cabin theme
2026 Nissan Tekton: Variant-wise prices
Ex-showroom prices range from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh
2026 Nissan Tekton: Variant-wise ex-showroom prices in India (Rs, lakh)
1.0L TP 6MT
1.3L TP 6MT
1.3L TP 6DCT
Visia
10.49
–
–
Visia+
11.14
–
–
Acenta
11.79
–
14.99
N-Connecta
13.69
14.99
16.49
Tekna
15.39
16.39
17.79
Tekna+
16.49
–
18.59
The Nissan Tekton’s prices range from Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh, which are similar to the Renault Duster’s.
2026 Nissan Tekton: Powertrain details
Offered with two turbo-petrol engine options
The Nissan Tekton shares its powertrains with the Renault Duster, offering two turbo-petrol engine options. The entry-level 1.0-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol develops 100hp and 166Nm of torque and comes paired exclusively with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Higher up the range, the 1.3-litre four-cylinder turbo-petrol produces 163hp and 280Nm, and is available with either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic (DCT).
Nissan claims that the 1.0-litre engine does a 0-100kph sprint in 12.46 seconds, and has a claimed range of 19.4kpl. The manual version of the larger 1.3-litre turbo-petrol engine does a 0-100kph run in 9.51 seconds and has a fuel efficiency of 17.8kpl. The DCT version claims a 9.89-second 0-100kph time and a fuel efficiency of 18.5kpl.
As reported earlier, the Duster’s 160hp, 1.8-litre strong hybrid engine will not make its way to the Tekton. On the Duster, however, this engine will debut during the festive season.
2026 Nissan Tekton: Exterior design
Gets Patrol-like design elements that make it look boxier than the Duster
The Tekton’s front-end design is heavily inspired by the Patrol, lending it a more squared-off appearance than the Renault Duster. It gets an upright grille featuring twin chrome slats flanked by slim LED headlamps. A full-width C-shaped LED daytime running light connects the two headlamps. There’s a red strip underneath the headlamps. The bonnet gets pronounced creases and carries Tekton lettering. The lower bumper features a dual-tone finish with a faux silver skid plate and LED fog lamps.
In profile, the Tekton has a Duster-like silhouette. However, Nissan has differentiated it with a new design for the 18-inch alloy wheels. It gets flared wheel arches and a distinctive silver trim insert on the front doors. The front doors use conventional pull-type handles, while the rear doors have integrated handles on the C-pillars.
At the rear, the Tekton features a full-width LED light bar integrated into C-shaped tail-lamps, mirroring the lighting treatment at the front. A roof-mounted spoiler sits above the upright tailgate, while the lower bumper adopts the same dual-tone finish with a silver skid plate insert seen up front. Unlike the Duster, the tailgate is finished in a single body colour rather than a contrasting black panel, resulting in a cleaner-looking design. There’s also a Tekton lettering on the tailgate.
Here are the dimensions of the Nissan Tekton:
Nissan Tekton dimensions and other specifications
Length (mm)
4,348
Width (mm)
1,815
Height (mm)
1,674
Wheelbase (mm)
2,657
Ground clearance (mm)
212
Boot space (litres)
518 (measured to the parcel shelf)
The Nissan Tekton is being offered in six colour options: Onyx Black, Blade Silver, Pearl White, Flare Garnet Red, Indigo Blue, and Moonbow Gray. All these colours are available as both monotone and dual-tone options.
2026 Nissan Tekton: Interior design and features
Offered with a dual-tone rose gold and burgundy cabin theme
Inside, the top-spec Nissan Tekton features a dual-tone rose gold and burgundy dashboard with a 3-spoke steering wheel, a 10.1-inch freestanding touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver’s display. The seats have leatherette upholstery and offer adjustable headrests for all passengers.
Other features include a panoramic sunroof, a wireless phone charger, a powered tailgate, and 6-way adjustable and ventilated front seats. Safety features include 6 airbags, Level-2 advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), a 360-degree camera with blind-spot assist, an electronic parking brake, and front and rear parking sensors. As it is based on the Renault Duster, it gets a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating. Nissan says that it is capable of achieving a 5-star Global NCAP rating.
The BMW M2 M xDrive Coupe is confirmed to launch in India. It is essentially the all-wheel-drive version of the most accessible ‘M’ model in BMW’s lineup, which debuted globally on June 3. Currently, the M2 is offered only as an RWD model in a standard and CS avatar.
Rear-wheel-biased AWD system helps a 0.3s quicker 0-100kph time
Powered by the same 480hp, 3.0-litre 6-cyl turbo-petrol engine
No design differences compared to the standard RWD BWM M2
BMW M2 AWD: Powertrain details
Gets the same engine as the RWD M2, but clocks a 0.3s faster 0-100kph time
The BMW M2 M xDrive Coupe is powered by the same 3.0-litre straight-six turbo-petrol engine that produces 480hp and 600Nm. The engine is mated to an M Steptronic transmission, which sends power to all the wheels (AWD). The M xDrive system, BMW’s speak for the AWD setup, is rear-wheel-biased and sends power to the front wheels when the rear loses traction. It also gets an ‘Active M Differential’ that maximises traction. The M xDrive system’s behaviour is configurable via the M Setup menu, with a ‘2WD mode with DSC deactivated’ which “unlocks a driving experience of remarkable purity.”
The AWD M2, BMW claims, does a 0-100kph sprint in 3.7 seconds, 0.3 seconds quicker than the standard RWD model.
India’s Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, during a recent media interaction, said that a public rollout of E25 petrol is still some time away. The minister stated that E25 (25 percent ethanol blended petrol) is still undergoing tests at the moment and “any suggestions that we are bringing E25 now is misrepresentation.”
Government on E25 and other ethanol blends
Speaking about E25 petrol, Puri said that the fuel is not ready for the market yet as Centre is still “conducting tests, which will take time.” The Union Minister went on to say that any progress on the matter will be based on the results from these tests, which will be followed by an evaluation phase. Once that is done, “we will then talk to the stakeholders and automobile manufacturers,” said Puri. However, the minister did not specify any timeline for this process.
Puri also spoke about the recently introduced E85 petrol. The minister stated that it will take a bit of time for E85 to be made publically available in more parts of the country, as new petrol pumps will have to be commissioned first. Touching upon the ongoing discussions surrounding E20 petrol, Puri said, “There is no controversy. There are 20 crore two-wheelers and 20 lakh four-wheelers on the road that are using E20. There are the automobile manufacturers and vehicle service centres, all have said that there are no difficulties.”
Conducted in association with Spinny, India’s leading pre-owned car platform, the fourth edition of our Used Car Study analyses real-world resale values across a broad spectrum of vehicles sold in the Indian market to assess depreciation trends over a five-year ownership period. The study is based on actual transactional data shared by Spinny for vehicles sold between January 1 and August 31, 2025.
In this part of the resale value study series, we take a look at the executive SUV segment:
Executive SUVs resale value
The Mahindra XUV700 has emerged as one of the strongest performers in the used car market, with all variants retaining value impressively well. Particularly noteworthy are the petrol variants, which display the flattest depreciation curves over a four-year period. In fact, one-year-old used examples are trading at only 15-16 percent below their average on-road prices, underlining the SUV’s exceptionally strong market demand.
By comparison, five-year-old examples of the Tata Harrier and MG Hector depreciate significantly more, with resale values falling to less than half of their original purchase prices. The Mahindra Scorpio N also holds better value than its rivals, and overall, the Mahindra SUVs display slower depreciation than their Tata counterparts.
As per the study, the average selling price of a five-year-old executive SUV retailed through Spinny was Rs 12.6 lakh. Comparable figures for three-year-old and one-year-old executive SUVs were Rs 16.80 lakh and Rs 18.84 lakh, respectively. Average depreciation over the same periods worked out to 50 percent, 36.41 percent and 22.90 percent, respectively.
Autocar-Spinny resale value study methodology
The analysis covers the average selling prices (ASPs) of vehicles retailed through Spinny’s network across nine cities – Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Mumbai, Lucknow, Ahmedabad and Kolkata.
For the purposes of this study, depreciation has been defined as the percentage difference between a vehicle’s original on-road price in its year of manufacture and its resale value in 2025. In instances where a model was offered with multiple engine options using the same fuel type, the data has been consolidated and averaged. Variant-wise differences have similarly been averaged out.
Discontinued models and powertrain options have been excluded. Additionally, premium vehicles priced above Rs 30 lakh, electric vehicles and certain low-volume models have not been included due to limited transaction data and insufficient sample sizes.
