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- Nissan has added a racy new limited model to its popular Magnite range.
- Pricing for this Red Edition starts from R298 300.
- Only 600 units are allocated for South Africa.
Nissan has added some spice to its epic compact crossover Magnite with the launch of a limited model known as the Red Edition model.
The automaker has a pretty good reputation here in South Africa.
Its NP200 has been a best-seller for years mainly because it's the only half-tonner option available in the light commercial vehicle segment.
Nonetheless, the brand moved more than 1 000 units every month, according to National Association of Automobile Manufacturers of South Africa (Naamsa) reports.
However, when it comes to passenger cars, its bread-and-butter product is the Magnite.
This vehicle is such a winning recipe for the automaker; the proof is definitely in the pudding. Selling more than 500 units every month, October saw that tally rise to 735 models sold, of which the rental industry bought 353.
Now, Nissan has added a funky new upgrade to its Magnite range, with the striking Red Edition now destined for South African shores.
Racy red accents
Nissan said the limited-edition model was based on the widely popular Acenta trim and gains red accents on the interior and exterior, along with additional features.
Exterior styling includes red accents that are tactfully placed to enhance the distinctive curves and edges which shape the Magnite. There are also sporty red brake callipers, exclusive badges and graphics, and a chrome garnish on the tail door.
The Magnite's ergonomic cockpit is amplified by red accents, a red-themed dashboard and LED scuff plates.
Other niceties include wireless charging, a standard feature across the Magnite range. This limited model is available in Onyx Black and Storm White as the base colour choices.
"The Magnite Red Edition harnesses Nissan's racing pedigree to make a statement in South Africa's crossover market. We wanted to manifest our customers' passion for adventure and thrill in the design and ignite their passion for driving.
"We believe the Red Edition will accelerate the already robust demand for the Magnite, with an evolved offering for young, aspirational, and tech-savvy customers," said Stefan Haasbroek, the marketing director at Nissan Africa.
The limited edition uses the same 1.0-litre turbocharged powerplant available across the range. When coupled with the exhilarating CVT or manual gearboxes, it offers a fast, efficient, and smooth driving experience - ideal for bumper-to-bumper traffic or winding highways.
"With escalating fuel prices in South Africa - and around the world - drivers justifiably want more kilometres for their buck.
"The Magnite's three-cylinder engine is as frugal as it is powerful, with an average fuel consumption of only 5.27l/100km on the Manual variant and 6,0 on the CVT models.
"Further leveraging Nissan's strong DNA in the SUV market, the Magnite Red Edition is a crossover that blends the best of both worlds: the space and comfort of an SUV with the agility and wieldiness of a city commuter," said Haasbroek.
The Magnite Red Edition also features an extensive range of driver aids, with intuitive systems like ABS, EBD, Traction Control, Nissan's Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), Hill Start Assist, Hill Descent Control, and cruise control.
Inside, Nissan's 8-inch touch-operated infotainment system is the mantelpiece of the slick interior, offering seamless connectivity through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Nissan said only 600 units of this limited-edition model would be available for South Africa, and it's already been available on showroom floors since 3 November. Pricing for the Magnite Red Edition starts from R298 300.
