2014 Datsun Go | First video review of disk | Autocar India
This here is the new modern Datsun hatchback immediately strikes a deal with his unique style Yes, looks are a subjective matter, but as its French cousin, the Renault Kwid, the redi-Go also doesn t follow the regular hatchback model the edgy style, aggressive big-boy stance and bold lines come together to give this first, new-modern Datsun its unique identity, and we love it.
We're calling it the first new Datsun because the GB and GB were simply refurbished versions of the Nissan Micra But the redi-Go is all new shares its grounds with the Kwid, the redi-Go gave its designers a opportunity to begin a clean sheet of paper, let their creativity flow and established something that stand out in a entry level hatchbacks sea, the baby Datsun.
But it is not only the style The overall interior design of the packaging, driveability, dynamics of road is praiseworthy In Datsun-talking, redi-Go is first an urban car-cross India, which combines the best of the city hatchbacks and crossovers and after spending two days with this urban cross, we realized that art more than just urban marketing argument, the redi-GO is feels quite zippy with excellent low speed grunt of his three cylinders, the 799cc gasoline engine more, the steering wheel and friendly city, light clutch, small footprint and a turning radius of only 4 to 7 meters actually make driving on our streets narrow, cramped effortlessly.
It's the urban bit overcast for the crossover part, the redi-Go has space walk and ride height on his side, his feeling of space in the cabin, and that the high-boy design makes for inside a car it s more height and legroom enough from the start, while the rear seat ish flat is comfortable for two adults not to forget the well-designed and supportive front seats, should travel long distances less stressful it would be another small car then it is the best guard of 185mm class ground that Datsun is quite proud of and why conclude that good enough to fight against the worst roads of our country has to offer Add to this an absorbing tower, and these features come together to justify the urban cross-label.
But the story did not end here Datsun Peppy may be the fastest entry-level sedan in the race from 0 to 100kph with a figure claimed 15 9 seconds, but at these speeds, the engine screams at the top of his voice, and that, in any case, will be music to the ears of anyone at higher engine speeds, the engine seems to levels tight and vibration are high obviously to be competitive price, Datsun had to cut corners, and through the way it feels in motion, it seems NVH levels have taken the biggest hit.
Fortunately, there aren t too much compromise on quality and fit and finish No complaints outside whatsoever, and inside, there is not much wrong in substance or ergonomics are good, dashboard is attractive with intelligent and plastic quality storage options is acceptable for a car that should start at Rs may 2 lakh that said, there are many exposed panels and may put some people off but Datsun confirmed that it will be different kits that you can choose to customize your redi-Go, which should pretty much take care of all the panels exposed inside.
Coming to the dynamic, for a car that is this large, it is stable enough to race in the city We Are not suggesting that doesn t roll over, but it is not as bad as we were expecting to And despite weighing just 645 kg, it doesn t feel hollow or like a tin can on wheels, which is good low curb weight also means its efficacy is superior to that of its competitors and a figure claimed more 25kpl the redi-Go could be one of the most effective traps gasoline fuel in the country, however, we can not give our final verdict on this once we put in our FE test cycle.
As regards safety, Datsun says it has invested considerable effort in the development of a rigid structure with a protective shell of the accident strengthened and a driver air bag to the ABS upper Alternatively, however , lack.
So, for a car that will spend most of his days in the city limits, the redi-Go ticks all the right boxes It got the looks, driveability is commendable, the high seating position gives you an unobstructed view of the outside world and it marks decently since driving dynamics are Fit and finish is good, as well as the plastic quality in places could be improved but overall, the redi- Go is a Sorted product by going to the press, Datsun was yet to reveal the price, but hinted at that price between Rs May 2 lakh and Rs 5 March lakh, which should make it cheaper than Kwid and Alto 800 few thousand rupees.
Is it good enough to beat the segment leader Well, apart from the car itself, there sa strong reason Maruti found more than 20,000 takers for Alto each month and that s because of the trust it enjoys after the sale and the cost of the property with the Alto are never a headache and if Datsun wants to beat the best, a good product is only half the job.
3cyl characteristics, 799cc, 53bhp, 72nm, 5M, 0-100kph 15 9s, 25 17kpl, 645kg, GC 185mm, a trunk volume 222 liters, the fuel tank of 28 liters, Value 2 of 5 Rs Rs 3 lakh 5 lakh estimated ex-showroom.
Verdict looks good, drives well, but against strong rivals.
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