Datsun GO Cross, the Japanese automaker’s next model, will reportedly be launched in 2017. Showcased in India at the 2016 Auto Expo, the GO-Cross will initiate Datsun to the growing crossover segment and will also be its flagship model. The company’s current line-up comprises the GO hatchback, the GO+ MPV, and the recently-launched redi-GO.
Based on the GO+, the GO Cross concept sports a distinctive front end with a hexagonal radiator grille, sweptback LED head-lamps, LED fog lamps, a brawny skid plate and plastic cladding. However, in order to ensure competitive pricing not all of these features may make it to the production model.
Moving on to the cabin, the Datsun GO Cross concept featured a 5-seater configurations. But considering the fact that the GO+ MPV measures 3,995mm in length, Datsun only has 4mm of length to play around with, which provides minimum scope for a 7-seater configuration.
And as far as the interior design goes, it borrows most elements from the GO+. The crossover will receive both, petrol and diesel engine options. While the 1.2-litre petrol unit is the same as the one that does duty on the GO hatchback and GO+ MPV, the 1.5-litre dCi diesel will be borrowed from the Nissan Micra.
Upon its launch in India, the Datsun GO Cross will compete with cars such as the Hyundai Active i20, Toyota Etios Cross, and the Fiat Avventura.
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