Tata Nano
Purple Tata Nano at Technisches Museum in Vienna
The Tata Nano is a city car/microcar manufactured and marketed by Indian automaker Tata Motors from 2008 to 2018. The Nano has a rear-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout and was initially produced as a four-door saloon car with no rear cargo opening, with a five-door hatchback version introduced in 2015.
In 2017, Tata Motors said manufacturing would continue due to the company’s emotional commitment to the project. Production was eventually halted in May 2018. The Sanand Plant subsequently manufactured other hatchbacks, including the Tiago and Tigor.
At introduction the Nano received attention due to its low price of ₹100,000 (US$2,500). Some promotional material labeled the vehicle as “The People’s Car”.
Tata Nano CNG emax (Bi-fuel)
The Nano CNG emax was launched in October 2013. It could run on either gasoline or compressed natural gas. Initially, it was to be sold in Delhi and parts of Maharashtra and Lucknow, where CNG was available at fuel outlets. The bifuel engine was powered by both CNG and petrol. In natural gas operation, the engine delivered maximum power of 33 HP and 45 Nm of maximum torque.
Tata Super Nano
In December 2014, Coimbatore-based JA Motorsport presented a 230 HP 1.3-liter engined version of the Nano called the ‘Super Nano’ at the Autocar Performance Show. Featuring a full body kit, slick tyres, a bolt-on roll cage, and smoked head and tail lamps, the Super Nano featured carbon fibre components, Recaro seats, and steering-mounted paddle shifters.
Tata GenX Nano (2015–2018)
In May 2015, to revive the model’s sales, Tata Motors introduced a series of enhancements both inside and outside the car. The name was changed to GenX Nano to underline the changes, the range was offered in 21 different versions, among them a 5-speed automated manual transmission. Electric power steering, air conditioning, and Bluetooth radio were available on top models in addition to new colors and alloy wheels. The body was strengthened and the front and rear bumpers were changed, which slightly increased the length to 3,164 mm. The interior was also redesigned with new fabrics and improved soundproofing. The rear hatchback and 5-seat homologation were introduced.
Characteristics
Manufacturer: Tata Motors Commercial Vehicles
Assembly: Sanand (India)
Years of production: 2008—2018
Length: 3099 mm
Width: 1390 mm
Height: 1652 mm
Engine: 2 cylinders; 624 cc
Power: 36 HP
Max speed: 105 km/h
Fuel consumption: 4 l/100 km
Weight: 635 kg
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