Nissan Magnite locally assembled in Egypt launches with over 55% local content

Nissan Egypt has officially announced the start of sales for the locally assembled Nissan Magnite SUV across the country. The vehicle is now rolling off the production line at the company's factory in 6th of October City.

First African production for the model

This marks the first time the Nissan Magnite has ever been manufactured and assembled on the African continent. The launch follows a substantial $45 million investment by Nissan Motor Corporation to upgrade passenger car production lines in Egypt.

The investment is designed to boost local manufacturing and increase the vehicle's local content ratio to over 55 percent. These moves align with Egypt's national automotive industry development program and its Vision 2030 strategy.

Bold design and cabin features

The Magnite sports a bold and sporty design language. It features a honeycomb grille, bi-LED headlamps, and L-shaped daytime running lights. Ground clearance stands at a generous 205 millimeters.

Inside, the cabin offers seating for five passengers. The seats are upholstered in dual-tone leather, complemented by multi-color ambient lighting. Over 19 liters of storage space are distributed throughout the cabin.

Rear seats fold down to expand cargo capacity from 336 liters to a significant 690 liters. Roof rails can carry up to 50 kilograms, while 16-inch alloy wheels complete the exterior look.

Smart connectivity and technology

At the tech front, Nissan equipped the Magnite with an 8-inch floating touchscreen. It supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. A 7-inch digital instrument cluster sits behind the steering wheel.

Keyless entry with push-button start is standard. Remote engine start works from up to 60 meters away. The cabin also includes rear air conditioning vents, an auto-dimming rearview mirror. A Plasma Cluster Ionizer air purification system.

Automatic door lock and unlock functions are also included. All these features aim to deliver a comfortable and well-connected driving experience.

Five-star safety rating

The Nissan Magnite has earned a full 5-star safety rating from Global NCAP. It comes equipped with six airbags to protect occupants in the event of a collision.

The comprehensive safety suite includes a 360-degree surround-view camera, Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC), Traction Control System (TCS), and Hill Start Assist (HSA). Braking is managed by an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) and Hydraulic Brake Assist (HBA) complement the braking system. A Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) rounds out the safety package.

Turbo engine and fuel economy

The SUV is powered by a turbocharged engine designed for daily driving needs with efficient fuel consumption. Complete specifications for the engine and transmission have not yet been officially disclosed by the company.