The Gravite does a commendable job of distinguishing itself from its donor car. At first glance, it looks more assertive and slightly more rugged. Up front, the honeycomb-pattern grille dominates the fascia, accompanied by bold ‘GRAVITE’ lettering on the bonnet — a move that adds character. The sleek LED DRLs connected by a chrome strip visually widen the stance. C-shaped silver accents around the fog lamps and a chunky bumper lend it a mild SUV-inspired toughness, which Indian buyers tend to appreciate.

 

In profile, the similarities with the Triber are evident — the window line, roof rails, and overall silhouette remain unchanged. However, the 15-inch stylised steel wheels give it a fresh touch. Blacked-out ORVMs and roof rails add a hint of sportiness. At the rear, wraparound LED tail lamps connected by a chrome strip and prominent ‘GRAVITE’ lettering reinforce brand identity. The mirrored C-shaped bumper accents tie the design together nicely. These may be subtle updates, but collectively, they give the Gravite a more distinct personality than many rebadged models in the market.

 

 

Step inside, and the differentiation becomes less dramatic. Nissan has retained the pre-facelift Triber dashboard layout, albeit with refreshed colour schemes and trim inserts. While it may not feel cutting-edge, it remains highly functional — and that’s arguably more important in this segment. The Gravite continues with a modular three-row layout, offered as a 7-seater with the flexibility to convert into 5- or 6-seat configurations. The sliding and reclining second row is particularly useful, allowing occupants to balance between legroom and luggage space. Material quality is acceptable for the price bracket — not premium, but certainly not disappointing. Importantly, Nissan has retained a good mix of digital displays and physical buttons, which enhances usability. From a practical standpoint, the Gravite’s cabin ticks most boxes for a family-focused MPV.

 

 

The Gravite comes equipped with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system supporting wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, paired with a 7-inch fully digital driver’s display. It also includes manual air conditioning with rear vents, a JBL sound system, wireless phone charging, and push-button start/stop. For its price, the feature list feels well-judged. However, it skips feel-good additions like a sunroof and automatic climate control — features that some higher-priced rivals may offer. Still, for a budget MPV, the Gravite delivers the essentials competently.

 

 

Practicality is arguably the Gravite’s strongest suit. With all three rows up, boot space is modest — sufficient for a few small bags. However, the removable third row is where the magic lies. Once folded or removed, luggage capacity expands dramatically to around 625 litres. The second row also folds down, creating multiple seating-luggage combinations. This flexibility makes the Gravite exceptionally versatile for daily commutes, airport runs, or weekend road trips. In its price bracket, very few vehicles can match this adaptability.