Datsun working on new SUV under Rs 10 lakh to take on Nexon, Vitara Brezza

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It is well known that Datsun is all set to unveil upgraded versions of the Datsun Go, Go+ and a special edition of the RediGo. But latest reports suggest that the Japanese car maker wants to strengthen its foothold in the Indian market with a compact SUV.

In an interview with Autocar India, Nissan India Operations President, Thomas Kuehl, said that the India market would see a new SUV under Rs 10 lakh. While he did not share further details about the vehicle, it seems like it could be based on the Renault-Nissan Alliance's CMF-A platform and will feature styling similar to the Go Cross concept showcased at the 2016 Delhi Auto Expo. The Auto Expo concept was a seven-seater, but the production spec could well be a five-seater, falling under the sub 4-metre category.

Mechanically, the car could get the RediGo's 1.0-litre petrol engine that produces 67 bhp of power and 91 Nm of torque. However, Datsun may add a turbocharger to boost power figures. There is no news on a diesel variant as of now and it doesn't look like there will be one considering the lower demand for diesel cars in the market.