Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara vs Nissan Tekton vs Tata Curvv (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 27.97 kmpl).
- Pick the Nissan Tekton if you want the most power (160 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (518 L).
- Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara | Nissan Tekton | Tata Curvv |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.77 Lakh – ₹19.70 Lakh | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.59 Lakh | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹19.20 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.5L K15C mild hybrid Petrol / 1.5L TNGA Strong Hybrid | 1.0L turbo-petrol (T160) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (T280) | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel |
| Max power | 115 bhp | 160 bhp | 123 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol, Strong Hybrid, CNG | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, Torque Converter AT, e-CVT | Manual, DCT | Manual, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 21.11–27.97 kmpl (strong hybrid), 26.6 km/kg (CNG) | 17.8-19.4 kmpl (ARAI, powertrain dependent) | 15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearbox |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | Not tested | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 373 L | 518 L | 500 L |
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara in short
The Grand Vitara is Maruti's Nexa flagship midsize SUV, co-developed with Toyota (which sells it as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder). Its headline act is the 1.5L strong-hybrid powertrain claiming 27.97 kmpl, unique in the segment alongside its Toyota twin, and it also offers mild-hybrid petrol, CNG and an AllGrip AWD manual. It takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Honda Elevate and VW Taigun.
Full Grand Vitara prices & variants →Nissan Tekton in short
Launched on 9 July 2026 at introductory ex-showroom prices, the Tekton is Nissan India's long-awaited return to the midsize SUV segment, sharing its platform and turbo-petrol engines with the Renault Duster while squaring up to the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos and Tata Curvv. It leads the class on outright practicality with a segment-best 518-litre boot and arrives with a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating, six standard airbags and Level 2 ADAS on higher trims. The Patrol-inspired styling and a 12-variant lineup spanning Rs 10.49 lakh to Rs 18.59 lakh give it unusually broad coverage of the segment.
Full Tekton prices & variants →Tata Curvv in short
The Curvv is India's first mainstream coupe SUV, slotting between the Nexon and Harrier to fight the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara and Kia Seltos with a style-first pitch. It offers two turbo-petrols including Tata's new 1.2L GDI Hyperion unit, a 1.5L diesel, and a 500-litre boot with a powered tailgate. Bharat NCAP awarded it a full 5-star rating.
Full Curvv prices & variants →Head-to-head pairs
Frequently Asked Questions
Grand Vitara vs Tekton vs Curvv — which should I buy?
Pick the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 27.97 kmpl). Pick the Nissan Tekton if you want the most power (160 bhp), the best crash-test score (5 stars), the biggest boot (518 L). Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh). Test-drive at least two before deciding — ride and dealer experience differ by city.
Which is the cheapest among Grand Vitara, Tekton, Curvv?
The Tata Curvv starts lowest at ₹10.00 Lakh, against ₹10.49 Lakh for the Tekton and ₹10.77 Lakh for the Grand Vitara (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara: not yet NCAP-tested; Nissan Tekton: 5 stars; Tata Curvv: 5 stars.