Nissan has ended its vehicle production in South Africa after over 60 years, with the new Tekton SUV set to become a key model in the local market.Developed in partnership with Renault in India, the Tekton is based on the Renault Duster but features unique styling inspired by the latest Patrol.It will be exported to 50 African and Middle Eastern markets, competing with models like the Suzuki Grand Vitara, Kia Seltos, and Hyundai Creta.The Tekton, built on the CMF-B platform, offers two turbo-petrol engines and advanced tech like Google-powered infotainment.Safety features include six airbags, adaptive cruise control, and lane keep assist.Nissan South Africa has not confirmed a launch date, but the vehicle is expected by the end of 2026.

This move marks Nissan's shift to imports following the sale of its Rosslyn plant to Chery, aiming to strengthen its SUV portfolio in emerging markets.