Pioneer Moto Corp, the sole authorised distributor for Nissan in Nepal, has announced a new upgrade to the Magnite compact SUV. Originally launched in Nepal in 2021, the Nissan Magnite will now be available with an Automated Manual Transmission (AMT). The Nissan Magnite AMT is expected to be priced between Rs 38 Lakh – Rs 47 Lakh in the Nepalese market.

The AMT variant of the Nissan Magnite will be available in five main variants: XL Mid, XV Upper, XV Upper (Dual), XV Premium, and XV Premium (Dual). It will be powered by a 999cc petrol engine to deliver 98.63bhp@5000rpm and 152Nm@2200-4400rpm

Mr. Raghunath Nair, Head – South Asia Business Unit, “The introduction of the AMT option in the Nissan Magnite reflects Nissan’s philosophy of continuous innovation to deliver enriching experiences.” Similarly, Mr. Sandeep Kumar Sharda, Managing Director of Pioneer Moto Corp. said, “The new Magnite in AMT option in the Magnite will be suitable for Nepali consumers’ needs, offering a driving experience that combines the best of both worlds— the convenience of an automatic and the thrill of a manual transmission.

The Nissan Magnite AMT is set to hit Nissan dealerships nationwide soon.