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Datsun GO I (facelift 2018) 1.2 (68 Hp)
Overall Rating
Datsun GO:
The Datsun Go/Go+ is a city car and mini MPV with "5+2" seating capacity that was produced by the Japanese automaker Nissan under the Datsun brand between 2014 and 2022. Named after the "Dat-Go", Datsun's first car launched in the early 20th century, the Go was available in developing markets such as India, South Africa and Indonesia. It is built on the same V platform as the K13 Nissan Micra/March, from which it has inherited much of its components. In 2018, Nissan introduced a crossover derivative called the Datsun Cross, which was previewed as the Datsun Go-cross Concept in 2015. The Cross was only available in Indonesia....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2018) Overview:
Datsun GO (I (facelift 2018)). With 104 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 846 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.2 (68 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 1.2-liter HR12DE engine provides sufficient power for city driving and light commutes, though it can feel strained on highways or with a full load.
Fuel Economy
Offers commendable fuel efficiency, making it an economical choice for daily use, aligning with its budget-friendly positioning.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly affordable purchase price
- • Good fuel efficiency for daily commuting
- • Spacious interior for its compact size
- • Improved safety features in the facelift model
- • Low running and maintenance costs
Cons:
- • Basic interior quality and features
- • Limited highway performance from the 1.2L engine
- • Not available in all global markets
- • Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) levels could be better
- • Basic safety compared to European standards
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(+ I: 2014 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Datsun |
| Model: | GO |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2018) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.2 (68 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 68 Hp @ 5000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 56.8 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 104 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | HR12DE [Same engine] More details about the engine HR12DE |
| Engine displacement: | 1198 |
| Number of cylinders: | 3 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 78 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.6 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 12.4 kg/Hp, 80.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.1 kg/Nm, 122.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 846 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 265 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3788 mm mm [207mm less] |
| Width: | 1636 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1507 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2450 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 180 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.2 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 165/70 R14 |
| Wheel rims size | 5.5J x 14 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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