2014 Datsun on-DO saloon unveiled

Russia is the target market for Datsun’s latest model, the peculiarly-named on-DO.

The new saloon has been designed specifically for that country and so understandably the focus has been on robustness and reliability. Styled in Japan but engineered in Russia, the on-DO measures 4,337 mm (14’ 3”) long, accommodates five people and boasts 530 litres of boot space. It’ll be built locally at the Avtovaz plant in Togliatti.

Datsun on-DO (2014) Front Side

For now technical specifications are sparse, but Datsun has confirmed that power is going to come from an 85 bhp (64 kW / 87 PS) 1.6 litre engine mated to a five-speed manual gearbox.

Sales are scheduled to begin this summer through an initial network of 25 dealers. In line with Datsun’s ‘budget brand’ positioning, the on-DO’s target price is under 400,000 roubles. That equates to around £6,800 or €8,300 at current exchange rates.

Datsun on-DO (2014) DashboardDatsun on-DO (2014) Rear Seats

Datsun on-DO (2014) Luggage CompartmentDatsun on-DO (2014) Rear Side

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