Why Tata Osprey edges the Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger
Compact crossover offers turbocharged power at much lower price than that of its rivals.
The Tata Osprey, a compact crossover SUV from Indian carmaker Tata, has emerged as the preferred choice over its direct competitors, the Nissan Magnite and Renault Kiger. This comes as no surprise, given Tata's limited success with its previous SUV offerings, such as the Punch, Curvv, and Harrier.
Priced starting at R249,900, the Osprey is positioned directly against the Renault Kiger and Nissan Magnite, both of which are production siblings. Notably, the Osprey shares the same platform as the Punch and conforms to India's sub-four meter regulations in terms of length, at 3,995mm. It also boasts an impressive ground clearance of 208mm.
The Osprey's standout feature is its powertrain, which sets it apart from its rivals. It is equipped with a 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, identical to the one used in the Curvv range. This 3-pot blown engine generates an impressive 88kW of power and 170Nm of torque via either a five-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
In contrast, the Nissan Magnite, starting at R252,200, comes with a less powerful naturally aspirated 1.0-litre engine that delivers a modest 53kW/96Nm. The most affordable turbo version of the Magnite costs R301,900. Similarly, the Renault Kiger, starting at R219,999, features the same 53kW/96Nm naturally aspirated 1.0-litre mill in its three most affordable models. The most expensive free-breathing variant of the Kiger reaches R254,999, while the most affordable turbo model is priced at R278,999.
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