Nissan's->ke62 plan to relaunch its Datsun->ke4307 sub-brand is moving along nicely with the introduction of the redo-Go Concept, a crossover-riding hatchback->ke304 that could make its way into the emerging Indian market sooner than later.

Although Datsun has no immediate plans of turning the redi-Go Concept->ke169 into a full-fledged production car, the mere development of the ride does point to a positive trend moving forward for the recently re-launched Nissan sub-brand.

We remember what Datsun was when it was around years ago, and while it's got a long way to go to recapture its old magic, this new concept vehicle is a good way to start off its reemergence. If anything, the redi-Go looks like a crossover hatch that's ready for production right now.

That is if Datsun is prepared to take that leap after just getting back into the game. It might hold off on it for a little while, but rest assured, a lot of people in the industry will be keen to see how it's return to the game moves from here.

Click past the jump to know more about Datsun redi-GO Concept

Exterior

The redi-Go Concept's design looks pretty familiar because a number of design details that can be attributed to another recently-launched Datsun, the 2014 Go hatchback. There are some concept car cues added into the mix to make the redi-Go look the way it does. For one, the high ride and rounded shape of the concept lends to the idea that Datsun is slotting this as a crossover->ke288, a segment that's gaining popularity over there in India. It wouldn't be shocking, then, if the Nissan sub-brand entered into that market with a production version of this concept.

Admittedly, the design of the redi-Go is actually quite impressive. LED running lights and LED taillights were added, and even those set of 15-inch wheels looks pretty impressive given how they add a touch of sportiness to the look of the vehicle. Datsun's D-cut grille won't turn too many heads, but the headlight configuration just might, especially how Datsun went with a horizontally-integrated look that blends nicely to the curves of the equally unique bumper. The wheel arches, especially the rear ones have also been emphasized with the smart use of body lines to accentuate their features, making for a pretty impressive styling that's a credit to Datsun's return to relevancy.

Interior

No details of the interior have emerged, but we speculate that space could be an issue, given how compact the car looks from the outside despite having a high suspension. On the bright side, all the bells and whistles of a suitably-prepared cabin should be there, and don't be surprised to see a nice infotainment system slotted neatly into the center console given how the redi-Go Concept is, one, a concept, and two, a large and more stylized version of the Go hatchback.

Drivetrain

Like the interior, no details were given on the powertrain. That being said, the concept could be packing a 1.2-liter engine with a five-speed transmission, an appropriate engine/transmission setup for city crossover going around India. Power output is a little tricky to guess, but somewhere around 100 horsepower and 90 pound-feet of torque sounds about right.

Prices

For now, the redi-Go Concept is strictly that, a prototype. But on the bright side, Datsun hasn't closed the door on the possibility of the car finding its way into production. If it did give the green light for that, the company expects the redi-Go to be promoted as a "segment creator" in India. A trailblazer if you will that's both aspirational and attainable at the same time.

Conclusion

It's easy to dismiss the redi-Go Concept because it's not heading to the State anytime soon, if ever. But in a market like India where not everybody can buy whatever car they like at a drop of a hat, the redi-Go Concept could be one of those vehicles that helps drivers of that country have a car that looks and handles more than what its price could be.