Datsun redi-GO Sport Production Ramped Up To Meet Growing Demand

In a statement issued by the company, Arun Malhotra, Managing Director, Nissan Motor India, said, "The Datsun redi-GO SPORT version has generated more demand than anticipated and we are happy to announce that the initially planned 1,000 units have been sold out in less than a month. To meet the high demand and delight our customers, we are announcing an increase in production of the car with a further 800 units."

Datsun redi-GO Launch Event

The limited edition Datsun redi-GO Sport was launched in India on September 29 and the car came with 9 new features compared to the regular redi-GO hatchback. The exterior front the car featured a heavy black racing strip running along the top portion of the car along with similar black graphics on the doors. The car also received black treatment for the grille, front bumper chin, black finished wheel cover, and roof spoiler. The car also featured an all-black cabin with several creature comforts like rear parking sensor, remote keyless entry, Bluetooth audio system, among others. The redi-GO Sport is available in three colour options - Ruby, White and Grey.

The car is based on the same CMF-A platform as the Renault Kwid and packs the same 800cc, three-cylinder engine that develops 58bhp and 60Nm of peak torque. The motor comes mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox. "Datsun redi-GO has redefined the value proposition offered to young achievers in India. Now with the success of the Datsun redi-GO SPORT, we plan to continuously update and refresh the redi-GO range in India to offer our customers a unique value proposition," said Malhotra talking about the car.