Datsun redi-GO Launch and Updates

[CorsaVeloce]

The front end appears to be very familiar to the concept. From the app.

[NikilSJ]

Looks better than the Kwid doesn't it. With the Kwid, it feels like Renault cut a lot of corners to keep the cost low. But the red-Go on the other hand looks good to me. The redi-Go, Datsun say, is aimed at the younger generation (25-35) who don't like compromises in life. I think they got it pretty spot on with the styling and first impression.

[NikilSJ]

The redi-Go has a very practical design with a clear view of the road from the cabin and easy ingress and egress. The ground clearance is also pretty high and Datsun says it can give some SUVs a run for their money. Datsun sounds pretty confident for once, don't they?

[CorsaVeloce]

NikilSJ it is definitely better than the Kwid to look at and its primarily because it keeps the family lineage intact as far as design language goes. The line carrying from the front to the back, seem very similar to the GO. The grille on the front is also very similar!

[NikilSJ]

Datsun says they will expand their outlets and service centres from the current 165 cities to 200 or more.

[CorsaVeloce]

Datsun is in now 200+ locations in more than 165 cities! Purely concentrating on expansion and reliability throughout the country.

These are some characters they are basing the car on.

High customisation options are something they are stressing on. Datsun also working on finance options to make the car more accessible.

Early bookings start 1st May and deliveries should begin 1st week of June.

[Jijo_Malayil]

Datsun redi-GO at a glance.

[NikilSJ]

Datsun will reveal the price of the redi-Go at a later date, but they promise that it will be a very attractive price.

[NikilSJ]

The window line at the rear looks a bit high-set. I hope it doesn't make the cabin feel too cramped.

[n00b]

Is that a DRL ? If yes, then that should be a definite first in the class, isn't it?

[Jijo_Malayil]

Looks very compact from the front, right? You might have to watch out for those bumpers, as they project outward!

LED DRLs, that will be first in this segment.

185 mm ground clearance, no dangling bits.

155/80 R13 tyres on the redi-GO. But no alloys!

A shot of the boot. Looks deep and wide. Notice the parcel tray attached.

[Jijo_Malayil]

Few more exterior shots. The rear stands out in this pinkish red shade.

How about this? The rear windscreen looks small. The black cladding and the chrome strip do make it look quite premium. No keyhole at the back for the boot.

[Arjun]

Few more exterior shots. The rear stands out in this pinkish red shade.
How about this? The rear windscreen looks small. The black cladding and the chrome strip do make it look quite premium.

Cant see any variant badging. I believe they have not decided about the variants yet.
What about passenger safety? Other than driver airbag, does it have passenger airbags, or ABS?

[CorsaVeloce]

The interiors looks simple, yet distinctive for its class. That central triangular vent is quite unique.

A closer look at the steering shows that there is a small digital tachometer embedded in the MID. The digital display also has fuel gauge, average consumption, instant fuel consumption, trip and odometer.

The power window switches are mounted right in front of the gear lever. Many of you might now know this, but this is also a cost-saving measure as compared to mounting them individually on the doors. Reverse gear is located next to first in this 5-speed box, and gets a lift-type lock to engage reverse.

The space between the front seats are adequate for keeping little things. Handbrake is the traditional type, not the pull type like on the Go.

The rear does not have power windows, much like the Go. Rear window winds down just half way. No door pockets at the rear.

The rediGO gets a much needed CD player which was not part of the accessories on the Go. It also has USB and Aux connectivity.

The glove box gets a unique design. There's a shelf on top and small glove box below that can hold your papers and some knick knacks, but not a lot of stuff.

[CorsaVeloce]

Arjun the variants have not been revealed yet. However, it is safe to assume that driver airbag+ABS would come as an option right from the base variant.

Don't think there would be one for the passenger, given the design of the dashboard. The model on display did not have alloys as well, so I guess it'll be a wait for another month to get the exact specs on this car.