Datsun go-cross concept – a prototype of a serial SUV
The concept of the compact crossover Datsun Go-Cross 2015-2016 was presented on October 29, 2015 at the Tokyo Motor Show. But not as part of an auto show at Nissan's parent company headquarters in Yokohama. The prototype of the new Datsun go-cross concept SUV is built on the CMF-A modular platform, but in fact it is a converted Renault Kwid. The production version of the new super compact crossover Datsun Go-Cross will be presented next year in 2016, according to the management of the company represented by Datsun Vincent Kobe.
It should be noted right away that the production version of the SUV, the Datsun Go-Cross, or rather a hatchback with a crossover appearance and increased ground clearance, is intended for sale in India, Indonesia and South Africa. Marketers of the Japanese company discussed the possibility of launching new products in the markets of South America, Nepal, Africa and the Middle East. The Datsun Go-Cross is a logical continuation of the Japanese manufacturer's line of budget models – the five-door Datsun go hatchback and the station wagon Datsun go+. What about many motorists? For the domestic Datsun market, the course is also preparing an SUV, but larger. Yes, and it will be built on the platform sold in the domestic market Datsun Mi-DO and Datsun na-do (modernized truck from Lada Kalina and Lada Granta), but perhaps the Japanese decided to use the larger Lada Vesta Cross platform.
Official photos and promotional videos from the image of the new car make it clear that the budget crossover Datsun Go-Cross can be cute and stylish. But do not forget that we have a concept in front of us, the production version, obviously, will make it look less bright.
And suddenly a miracle happens and the new SUV go-cross without a clue the prefix will delight potential owners with a modern, chic and elegant exterior design of the body and harmonious proportions, smooth lines and sophisticated surfaces embellished with an organic punch. There is also a massive trapezoidal radiator grille with a wide chrome frame, a full LED front light, located on three levels, fashionable marker lights with LED materials and original graphics, a powerful, protective plastic body kit, a large bumper, stylish light alloy wheels with 17-inch wheels. disks with tires of size 205/50 P17. Handsome, and only the concept of a budget crossover from Datsun.
The image is deceptive, and it is even hard to believe that the wheelbase of the Datsun Go-Cross Concept is only 2490 mm, and the body length does not exceed 4000 mm, the ground clearance is 180 mm.
Unfortunately, information about the interior design and technical specifications of the concept manufacturer Datsun Go Cross is in no hurry to share. One can only assume that under the hood of the production version there will be three-cylinder gasoline engines: a 0.8-liter engine (54 hp and 72 Nm) and 1.2 liter (76 hp 104 Nm) with a non-alternative 5 manual transmission.
Front suspension independent with McPherson struts, rear torsion beam, front wheels.
