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This archive contains 26 dealer brochures for the Datsun GO spanning 2013 to 2022. The collection traces the evolution of this affordable city car across a decade, featuring multiple body styles including GO, GO+, Remix, and Live variants. Materials originate from three distinct markets, offering automotive historians, researchers, and enthusiasts a comprehensive documentary record of the model's market positioning and design development.
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In 2013, when Nissan revived the Datsun nameplate for India, the GO arrived as a direct answer to the Maruti Alto and Hyundai i10's stranglehold on the segment. A 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 67 horsepower kept running costs minimal, while the 3,785 mm length made it nimble through congested city streets. Buyers weighed affordability against reliability, and Datsun's engin
By 2015, the GO's 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine, producing 67 horsepower and 104 Newton-metres of torque, had proven itself across India and South Africa as a no-frills powertrain engineered for emerging markets where simplicity and low running costs trumped performance. Five-speed manual transmission came standard; automatics were not yet offered in this generation.
When Datsun repositioned the GO in 2017, it aimed squarely at first-time buyers in emerging markets who prioritised affordability without sacrificing practicality. The entry-level hatchback competed against locally assembled rivals by offering straightforward engineering, a 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 67 hp, and a choice of body styles that addressed both urban commuting
By 2018, the GO faced intense competition from the Honda Jazz and Hyundai i10 in Southeast Asian markets, yet held its ground through uncompromising simplicity. The 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine produced 67 horsepower—modest by any standard, but paired with a light curb weight that kept fuel consumption competitive. Buyers chose it for transparency, not prestige.
By 2019, the GO had carved out distinct market positions in India and South Africa, where Datsun's distribution network made it accessible where rivals struggled. The 1.2-litre petrol engine delivered 67 bhp in a package priced well below the Hyundai i10, targeting first-time buyers and fleet operators who valued affordability over feature density.
By 2020, the GO faced stiff competition from the Hyundai i10 and Maruti Suzuki Alto in India, yet carved its own space through aggressive pricing and no-nonsense engineering. The 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine, producing 67 horsepower, was paired with either manual or automatic transmissions. Buyers in both markets valued its straightforward design and low maintenance costs ov
By 2021, the GO had carved out a foothold in Indonesia's value-car segment, where buyers faced a choice between this Datsun and the Toyota Agya's established reliability reputation. The Indonesian market received the GO with a modest 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 67 horsepower—enough for city driving and short commutes. Distribution remained concentrated in Java and Sumatra
By 2022, the GO's 1.2-litre petrol engine, producing 68 horsepower, had been refined through years of Indian market feedback to deliver reliable, affordable mobility. Datsun positioned it squarely against compact rivals that dominated the subcontinent's entry-level segment, offering buyers a no-frills alternative with proven durability. The platform's simplicity masked decades
By 2018, Datsun's GO and GO+ Remix were distributed exclusively in India, where they competed directly against Maruti's Alto and Hyundai's budget offerings. The Remix edition brought revised styling and a 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 68 bhp, paired with a five-speed manual transmission. In a market where first-time buyers demanded low running costs and straightforward reli
In 2019, the Datsun GO Live occupied a peculiar niche against the tide of budget-conscious city cars flooding Southeast Asia. With its 1.2-litre three-cylinder engine producing 68 horsepower, it competed in a segment where durability mattered more than prestige. The Indonesian market received this model as Nissan's answer to ultra-affordable mobility, positioning it between ent
The 2016 GO Panel Van arrived in South Africa as Datsun's answer to the growing demand for affordable light commercial vehicles. Produced locally through a manufacturing partnership, the model carried a 1.2-litre petrol engine producing modest but reliable output. Buyers in the region valued its low acquisition cost and straightforward serviceability across a dispersed dealer n
In 2015, India's budget segment was heating up, and Datsun's GO+ arrived to challenge the established players in seven-seat compact vans. Built on a 1,2-litre engine producing 67 hp, it undercut rivals on price while delivering the space young families demanded. The Indian market saw it as a no-frills answer to Maruti's dominance—practical, affordable, and built for the road co
By 2016, the GO+ arrived in South Africa with a 1.2-litre engine producing 59 kW, engineered to compete directly against the established compact MPV segment without the complexity of rivals. Datsun's approach was mechanical simplicity: fewer electronic components meant lower repair costs and easier maintenance in a market where durability mattered more than gadgetry. The platfo
By 2017, the GO+ faced stiff competition from the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and Hyundai's growing budget MPV range, yet it carved its own niche with straightforward engineering and genuine seven-seat practicality. The 1.2-litre petrol engine delivered 68 horsepower with a focus on reliability over performance, exactly what Indian families expected at this price point.
By 2019, the GO+ faced stiff competition from the Maruti Suzuki Ertiga and the Mahindra TUV300 Plus in its core markets. Yet Datsun's seven-seat offering carved out space through aggressive pricing and straightforward engineering: a 1.2-litre petrol engine good for 68 horsepower, manual or CVT gearbox options, and a no-nonsense cabin that prioritised space over frills. Buyers t
By 2020, the GO+ had carved out its place as the affordable family hauler in markets where seven seats mattered more than luxury. Indian buyers found the 1.2-litre petrol engine, rated at 68 hp, practical enough for daily commutes and weekend trips. South Africa received similar specification, though diesel options appeared more frequently in the brochure's local editions.
By 2021, the GO+ faced stiff competition from the Suzuki Ertiga and Toyota Avanza in Southeast Asia's compact MPV segment. Datsun's answer was straightforward: three rows of seating, a 68 hp 1.2-litre engine, and pricing that undercut rivals. The brochure emphasized practicality over performance—a deliberate choice for buyers who needed space, not speed.
By 2022, the GO+ had carved out its niche across India's tier-two and tier-three cities, where buyers prioritised space and affordability over brand cachet. The seven-seat layout and 1.2-litre petrol engine producing 68 hp made it a practical alternative to Maruti and Hyundai offerings in markets where family transport trumped segment prestige. Distribution reached across north
The 2014 GO+ Panca ran a 1.2-litre four-cylinder engine producing 68 horsepower, paired with a five-speed manual transmission that prioritised simplicity and cost over complexity. Datsun's return to emerging markets meant this five-seater had to balance affordability with enough refinement to compete against the Hyundai i10 and Maruti Swift across Southeast Asia. The platform p
By 2018, the GO+ Panca had established itself as Indonesia's pragmatic five-seater, reaching buyers whom rivals like the Avanza priced out of the market. Datsun's distribution network across Java and Sumatra gave it reach where other manufacturers struggled. The naturally aspirated 1.2-litre engine, producing 68 horsepower, suited the terrain and refuelling infrastructure of it
The archive contains 26 original documents for the Datsun GO. The collection includes brochures, dealer catalogs, and press materials from various markets and production years. These documents provide comprehensive coverage of model development and equipment variants offered throughout the model's lifecycle.
The archive spans 2013 to 2022, documenting the entire first generation of the Datsun GO from launch through the end of its production cycle. This nine-year range captures all model variants, design changes, and market-specific updates. The collection provides a chronological record of the GO's evolution.
Yes, the original documents are valuable for restoration work. Brochures and catalogs show original colors, upholstery, equipment details, and specifications. They help ensure authentic restoration by documenting factory standards for different model years and markets, making them essential references for period-correct rebuilds.
The archive documents 3 distinct markets with their specific variants. The Datsun GO was offered with different equipment levels and design elements across regions. These documents reveal market-specific differences in features, styling, trim names, and marketing approaches used in different territories.
The archive documents GO, GO+, GO & GO+ Remix, GO Live, and GO+ Panca variants. Each represents different positioning and equipment tiers within the first generation. The collection shows the complete model range and how it evolved from 2013 through 2022.
The archive page focuses on original documents and their historical significance. The catalog page covers the vehicle's technical specifications. Here you'll find brochures, press kits, and dealer materials; there you'll find engine data, performance figures, and equipment details.
The archive grows continuously as new original documents are discovered and digitized. Rare brochures and catalogs are added regularly. The current collection of 26 documents represents the present state and may expand with future acquisitions of previously unknown materials.