The Datsun brand is aiming to make a comeback into the Indian market with the entry-level hatchback called the GO, and they have also launched an extended hatch version of the car called the Go Plus. The Go Plus is branded as an MPV, but it falls in a very low price braket and so cannot compete with the other MPVs available in the market. In fact it seems a bit too small to be called a MPV.
Design & Styling
The overall design of the GO Plus is just like the Go Hatchback. It looks modern and very practical but the problem is that its not really an MPV. It is still well under 4 metres at 3785mm so it is a compact vehicle that will go well on Indian roads. The rear has been extended slightly to accommodate a third row of seats. The front end features a nicely designed chrome surround grille that is unique to Datsun, and then it also gets stylish headlights. The rear section has nice shoulders and the taillights are nice and big. The car looks more like a station wagon than a hatch.
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Interiors
The interiors are very basic but practical at the same time. There is an added third row of seats but there is hardly any space at all in the rear. Only small children can squeeze in.The instrument cluster is very simple and there is only a speedometer and a few other information displays. There is no in-built audio system but instead there is a mobile docking station so you can place your mobile and plug it in to the system so you can play music directly from your phone. The seats are also very nice and there is lots of room for the front passengers. The rear passengers get plenty of headroom but limited legroom. The quality is not the best, but the car still looks decent on the inside.
Engine & Transmission
The GO Plus comes with the same 1.2 litre petrol engine found in the Go and it produces 68bhp. The engine is a decent unit and is very efficient, and it is mated to a well working 5-speed manual transmission.
Performance and Handling
The Datsun GO Plus is not the best driving car but it is a good performer. The engine doesn’t have great power but it works well and pulls the car forward well. The throttle response is good so the car does perform well in the city. On the highway it’s not bad either and he ride quality is quite nice. The steering is a little soft and not very engaging but it still is comfortable, and the car handles well. The suspension setup is also decent, but the rear end does make noises over bumps, but overall the ride is smooth.
Fuel Efficiency
For a petrol unit, the car is very efficient and provides a fuel economy of 17kmpl.
Features
The GO Plus doesn’t have the best features, but the high-end variant does feature power steering, power windows, mobile docking unit with USB and two speakers, and central locking.
Safety
There are no safety features worth mentioning.
Quality & Reliability
The Go Plus is a practical car and it is very cheap, so it doesn’t use the best components out there. It does however have a decent build quality and is a very reliable car. You might face a few issues with the after sales servicing because of the lack of Datsun service centres, but repairs and parts will be very cheap.
Value for Money
The Datsun Go Plus is priced very competitively and is a very decent car so you are getting your money’s worth.
Verdict
The Datsun GO Plus is a good practical city car. It might not have the best features, but it has a very well refined engine with great efficiency. In its segment it is also the most unique looking vehicle, but there are many other options to choose from, so have a good look around.
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Awsum pricing if we look for value for money car than go+ is the one. Best feature is that it provide 3 rd row sitting that to under 5lacs.Only -ve aspect is dealership service center so this car will be only restricted to city. Best one for travel agencies in city. Low maintenance as it is petrol car.
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