Datsun GO and GO+ Automatics Now Get The Micra’s CVT

• Deliveries for the CVT models start today.
• Equipped with a 7-inch touchscreen infotainment system, safety features.
• Prices start at Rs 5.94 lakh for GO, Rs 6.58 lakh for the GO+ (ex-showroom, Delhi)

Datsun has launched the GO and GO+ automatic gearbox models in India with prices starting at Rs 5.94 lakh (GO) and Rs 6.58 lakh (GO+), respectively. Instead of going for an automated-manual transmission (AMT) like other manufacturers in the segment, the Datsun pair has received the Nissan Micra’s CVT. We have already reviewed both the automatics and you can read about them here. The new automatic gearbox will be available on the T and T(O) variants of both models.

The CVT is a convenience option that has the potential to make the two vehicles more lucrative for urban buyers. The transmission has advantages over other types of gearboxes. CVTs are smoother in their operation than AMTs and offer better fuel efficiency than torque converters. The Datsun GO and GO+ will also get Sport Mode, which will ease overtaking manoeuvres, the company claims. One disadvantage of CVTs is their cost. Following is a list of prices (ex-showroom, Delhi) with the differences between the manual and automatic variants of the two cars.

The difference you pay for the GO+ automatics is less than that for the GO variants, with the minimum difference being Rs 85,000. However, both the automatic and manual versions have the same equipment levels for each variant, T and T(O). To wit, on the GO rival Maruti Suzuki WagonR, the price difference between its top-spec manual and AMT variants is about Rs 47,000. This makes the CVT on the GO and GO+ a pricey proposition.

Datsun has paid attention to safety in the GO and GO+. Both cars come with enhanced pedestrian protection, better frontal crash protection, reinforcements in the roof, two airbags, ABS, EBD, brake assist (BA), and vehicle dynamics control (VDC). Both cars also come with parking sensors as standard on the variants. Datsun provides a 2-year warranty. For a nominal fee, customers can get an extension of up to 5 years.

Press Release:

Datsun India launches the Most Affordable CVT in the segment

CVT - Nissan's globally acclaimed transmission technology in Datsun GO & GO+ is first-in-segment

Datsun GO CVT & GO+ CVT come with Class Leading 5S Package–SAFE, SMART, SPACE, STYLE and SURE (Japanese technology)

Priced at INR 5.94 Lakh and INR 6.58 Lakh respectively, Datsun GO CVT and GO+ CVT are the most feature rich models in the segment

NEW DELHI, India (October 11, 2019) — Nissan India today launched the CVT version of its Datsun GO and GO+ at an attractive introductory price of INR 5.94 Lakh and INR 6.58 Lakh respectively. Datsun GO and GO+ are the first models in their respective segments introduced with CVT (continuously variable transmission) - Nissan's globally acclaimed transmission technology. Deliveries to new owners will commence today at all Nissan and Datsun dealerships across the country.

“In line with our mission of - Progressive mobility, we are introducing Nissan’s proven CVT technology in Datsun GO and GO+ to cater to the demand of the customers looking for stress free drive experience. With host of first-in-class and best-in-class features, Datsun GO & GO+ offer the best value proposition in its segment, Rakesh Srivastava, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India Pvt. Ltd.

High on technology, the interior design of Datsun GO and GO+ are fitted with a premium instrument panel, seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system equipped with voice recognition and Android Auto/Apple Car Play. 

The new CVT in GO and GO+, offers smoother shifting of gears and better city, highway and hill driving. Unlike other automatic transmission technologies, there is no lag while accelerating providing better control. With improved insulation, the Datsun GO CVT & GO+ CVT give out low engine noise in the cabin, even during high acceleration.

The Sports Mode is yet another first for an automatic transmission in this segment. This mode enhances the overall driving experience with more power specially during overtaking.

High on Safety

Datsun GO CVT and GO+ CVT now come with enhanced crash performance with front and pedestrian protection reinforcement, side crash performance and roof reinforcement. First in segment Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), dual bags, anti-lock braking system with EBD and BA, reverse parking sensors and follow-me-home headlamps make GO and GO+ one of the safest cars in the segment. An automatic speed sensing door lock has also been added, which is applicable to all variants.

Underlining Datsun’s progressive mobility vision, the GO CVT and GO+ CVT bring many best-in-class features, including best-in-class ground clearance (185 mm), cabin space, boot space and head room with better driving ergonomics.

The Datsun GO CVT and GO+ CVT models come in 06 exciting colours: Ruby Red, Vivid Blue, Bronze Grey, Amber Orange, Crystal Silver and Opal White.

Complete Peace of Mind:

Additionally, both Datsun GO CVT & GO+ CVT models will be available with a standard two-year warranty package. Datsun customers will have an option to extend the package up to five years with a nominal fee.

Datsun 5S Class Leading Package:

SAFE: 

o First-In-Segment VDC

o Dual-front airbags

o Anti-lock braking system with EBD & BA

o Reverse parking assist sensors

o Follow-me-home headlamps

SMART:

o Advanced infotainment system

o Anti-fatigue seats

o Intelligent wiper system

SPACE:

o 5+2 Flexi seats on GO+ 

o Boot space: 347 L(3rd row folded) on GO+

o Boot space: 265 L (GO) 

STYLE:

o Stylish Led DRLs

o Dynamic grille

o Striking hawk-eye headlamps

o Diamond-cut R14 alloys

SURE: 

o Japanese Engineering: Quality and Trust 

o Advanced Suspension System

o Ventilated Disc Brake

o Best-in-class Ground Clearance

o Tight Turning Radius