2021 Nissan Magnite

Nissan Magnite

Nissan’s Magnite is gunning for a slice of that B-segment SUV action, where the Suzuki Fronx, Renault Kiger, and Hyundai Venue have staked their flags. It’s right in the crosshairs of Joburg’s first-time SUV crowd and anyone tired of stooping into a hatch but still counting every rand. Every Magnite you’ll find is petrol — 1.0-litre options everywhere, with the turbo engine showing up in manual, CVT, and that EZ-Shift robotised manual if you’re chasing budget but still want an auto. There’s even a naturally aspirated 1.0 for the real penny-pinchers. Not one new Magnite is up for grabs; all 49 listings are used, confirming that fresh dealer stock has just about dried up while used supply keeps the market ticking. Prices are in the sweet spot — R188,500 to R359,590, with most sitting bang on R239,900. Enough to tempt hatchback drivers into the SUV game, if you pack smart. Zoom in on the 1.0T Acenta Plus CVT and you’ll spot it topping the listings, with nine available, ranging from R189,900 to R359,590 depending on year and mileage. Most examples on sale are from 2021 to 2026, averaging just over 30,000 km, so you’re not buying someone’s worn-out runabout. What actually shifts units here is the gear-for-buck calculation — touchscreen, reverse camera, and keyless entry at a price that puts the Venue on notice. The Kiger is neck-and-neck on paper at least, but having a CVT in the mix makes daily life easier, especially in Gauteng’s traffic snarl. Manual fans aren’t shortchanged either, with three 1.0 Acenta MTs between R197,800 and R244,900. For South Africans looking for maximum value without falling for the usual hatch, the Magnite’s spec and price pitch make a strong case.