Nissan Tekton vs Renault Duster vs Tata Curvv (2026)
The classic midsize suv shortlist, settled with numbers (August 2026):
- Pick the Nissan Tekton if you want the most power (160 bhp), the biggest boot (518 L).
- Pick the Renault Duster if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 19.41 kmpl).
- Pick the Tata Curvv if you want the lowest starting price (₹10.00 Lakh).
Three-Way Specification Comparison
| Spec | Nissan Tekton | Renault Duster | Tata Curvv |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.59 Lakh | ₹10.49 Lakh – ₹18.69 Lakh | ₹10.00 Lakh – ₹19.20 Lakh |
| Engine / Motor | 1.0L turbo-petrol (T160) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (T280) | 1.0L turbo-petrol (TCe 100) / 1.3L turbo-petrol (TCe 160) | 1.2L turbo-petrol / 1.2L GDI turbo-petrol / 1.5L turbo-diesel |
| Max power | 160 bhp | 160 bhp | 123 bhp |
| Fuel options | Petrol | Petrol | Petrol, Diesel |
| Transmissions | Manual, DCT | Manual, DCT | Manual, DCT |
| Mileage (claimed) | 17.8-19.4 kmpl (ARAI, powertrain dependent) | 17.75-19.41 kmpl (ARAI, powertrain dependent) | 15.0-18.4 kmpl depending on engine and gearbox |
| Seating | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Safety rating | 5 stars | 5 stars | 5 stars |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| Boot space | 518 L | 518 L | 500 L |
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 →Renault Duster in short
The Duster is back — the nameplate that created India's midsize SUV segment returned in 2026 on the Renault-Nissan CMF-B platform it shares with the Nissan Tekton, with butch third-generation styling, a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and six standard airbags. There is no diesel or AWD this time, but the 160bhp 1.3L turbo-petrol is among the punchiest engines in the class and a 518-litre boot leads it, while a strong-hybrid version is expected around Diwali 2026. It takes on the Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Maruti Grand Vitara and its own alliance twin, the Tekton.
Full Duster 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
Tekton vs Duster vs Curvv — which should I buy?
Pick the Nissan Tekton if you want the most power (160 bhp), the biggest boot (518 L). Pick the Renault Duster if you want the best claimed efficiency (up to 19.41 kmpl). 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 Tekton, Duster, Curvv?
The Tata Curvv starts lowest at ₹10.00 Lakh, against ₹10.49 Lakh for the Tekton and ₹10.49 Lakh for the Duster (ex-showroom, August 2026).
Which is the safest of the three?
Nissan Tekton: 5 stars; Renault Duster: 5 stars; Tata Curvv: 5 stars.