Toyota Taisor vs Nissan Magnite: Real-world Performance Compared
- by Aniruthan Srithar
- Jul 12, 2024
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While both SUVs have similar power figures, they get different automatic transmissions. Does that make a difference in the performance test?
In the latest edition of the Zig performance comparison report, we lineup the Toyota Taisor and Nissan Magnite. Both these models here get a turbo-petrol engine that puts out near identical power figures, but they get different automatic transmissions. Which one manages to cross the line first in our acceleration tests?
Let’s find out. But before that…
Spec Check
Both the Toyota Taisor and Nissan Magnite get a 1-litre turbo-petrol engine and these are their on-paper specifications:
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Toyota Taisor |
Nissan Magnite |
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Engine |
1-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol |
1-litre three-cylinder turbo-petrol |
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Power (PS) |
100 PS |
100 PS |
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Torque (Nm) |
148 Nm |
152 Nm (MT) / 160 Nm (CVT) |
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Transmission Options |
5-speed MT / 6-speed torque converter AT |
5-speed MT / CVT |
While both models here put the same amount of power, the Magnite has a slight edge when it comes to torque output. That said, the Taisor’s engine has a tech advantage - it comes with mild-hybrid technology that assists the engine with torque boost while driving it hard.
Can that advantage help it beat the Nissan Magnite? We have the automatic variants with us to tell you that.
Acceleration Test
Yes! The Toyota Taisor is the quicker model here in our 0-100 kmph test, beating the Magnite by just over a second. That said, a more realistic way to look at real-world performance is by comparing the roll-on acceleration times. And even in this department, the Toyota Taisor managed to beat it by 0.6 seconds.
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Toyota Taisor AT |
Nissan Magnite CVT |
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0-100 kmph |
10.98 seconds |
12.03 seconds |
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20-80 kmph (Kickdown) |
6.64 seconds |
7.27 seconds |
It must be mentioned that both models offer more than enough performance for everyday usability.
Price And Verdict
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Toyota Taisor |
Nissan Magnite |
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Ex-showroom Price |
Rs 7.73 lakh to Rs 13.03 lakh |
Rs 5.99 lakh to Rs 11.27 lakh |
In the confines of this test, the Toyota Taisor managed to beat the Nissan Magnite fair and square and wins this test. If you want to know our impressions of the Nissan Magnite, you can check out our first drive review. And for more details on the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor, check out our in-depth image gallery.