Datsun Hits the Crossover Trail With Datsun Go-Cross Concept

The Datsun GO-cross builds on the Datsun GO+ family three-row MPV.

Datsun’s new concept car, Datsun GO-cross Concept, is a cool crossover that brings a new sense of style, adventure and fun to the brand’s line-up.

The new concept, the brand’s second since Datsun redi-GO Concept (presented in February 2014), hints at the possible direction of an expansion in global markets of the Datsun GO/GO+ family range. The GO-cross builds on the Datsun GO+ family’s three-row MPV.

Designed by a dedicated Datsun team in Japan, the Datsun GO-cross Concept clearly sets itself apart from the Datsun GO+ event, although both share the same platform.

Our challenge was to create an unmistakable crossover which kept some iconic design cues from the Datsun GO+ yet, at the same time, was distinctly different. The Datsun GO-cross Concept is proof positive that Datsun’s design language is consistent yet flexible enough to shape every kind of vehicle.

Koli Nagano, Executive Design Director, Datsun.

On the Concept the Datsun D-Cut grille became larger, more imposing and more expressive. Other distinctive features include dramatic LED headlights and taillights that lend a high tech look to the front and rear of the car.

The massive bonnet and taller body sides give the crossover Concept a robust and aggressive stance, which is accentuated by the 4X4-style wider fenders and extensive body cladding. The cladding extends down both sides of the car and includes sturdy underbody guards under the grille at the front and beneath the tailgate at the rear.

Although not envisaged to have four-wheel-drive, the Datsun GO-cross Concept has a higher ground clearance than Datsun GO+. There are also five spoke 17-inch alloy wheels and sturdy underbody guards which add to the concept’s rugged appeal.

Among its practical features is a fully integrated aerodynamic roof rack that sits atop the black painted roof.

No word on whether this car will be rolled out for the Indian market, but it undoubtedly looks better than what the company is offering in the Indian market right now.