Tata GenX Nano

Overview:

Tata GenX Nano is a smart mini hatch baby introduced with the innovative concept of small vehicle by Tata Motors to the world. Looking after the heavy traffic on Indian roads this hatchback's first face was introduced as a small car concept to the country. After giving deep thoughts to its designing part and other dynamics, it was successfully launched around the globe in order to achieve perfect urban rides. With its compact dimensions, you get precise handling even though traveling in roads gushed with heavy traffic and narrow lane streets. Tata GenX Nano which is Tata Nano's one of the latest variant has been added with several new aspects in terms of exterior designing part and interior comfort. One of the most striking feature of this variant is its power steering column that eases the efforts of driving by delivering accurate response on twisting and turning. Powered by 624cc, in-lined 2-cylinder petrol engine it generates maximum power output of 38 PS between the range of 250 to 5500 revolutions while delivering a peak torque output of about 51Nm between 500 to 4000 rpm. Exceptional mileage count of 3.4 l/100km that it delivers changes its image from being world's cheapest car to a mini, affordable, cost-savvy hatchback. If Tata Nano designers has reworked and put some extra efforts on its exterior part, this car may have grabbed more attention in the market. Besides, chrome styling on front and rear facade almost everything remains same with the earlier variants. But its interiors are quiet spacious in-spite of its compact dimensions. For fun and entertainment segment, USB, AUX-In, Bluetooth connectivity, AmphiStream music system, CD player and MP3 are provided through which you can play your favorite tunes and connect external devices. For safety aspect, this mini hatchback is designed in crumple zones that protects the passengers sitting inside in case any collision or fatality occurs. 4 meters of minimum turning radius combined with high seating position and large windscreen surface makes it a ideal vehicle to motor in highly congested areas with loaded traffic and chaos.

Mileage and Fuel economy:

Tata auto company has rolled out this new car by assembling it with the 624cc unit that makes this mini hatch baby to produce 25.4 Kmpl of mileage which is fairly a good count for vehicle of this size.

Power:

Tata GenX Nano is incorporated with 624cc, in-lined 2-cylinder petrol engine under the hood. This engine house enables the small vehicle to churn out the maximum power output of 38 PS between the range of 2500 to 5500 revolutions while delivering a peak torque output of about 51Nm at 4000 rpm.

Acceleration & Pickup:

This compact is skillfully coupled with 2-cylinder engine and four forward and one reverse gearbox, produces good performance and delivers fair pick up counts. GenX Nano speeds up from 0 to 40 kmph rapidly but whooshing towards peak numbers it takes time. For which, top speed counts 105 Kmph which is good for a vehicle with such stature.

Exterior:

Tata GenX Nano exterior profile reveals engaging looks to its occupants who want a mini vehicle with better maneuvering skills and pretty face. On noticing the vehicle's appearance closely, you will notice that its designing part is little bit different from earlier Nano versions. The front fascia of the car is more of like a small styling car twinkling at spectators view while crossing by roads. The chrome treatment applied onto its front bonnet side and rear is entirely separate with added decorative features. In addition, chrome strips running in between the headlamps enrich its look and increases visibility aspect. Moreover, the front bumper comes incorporated with the dynamic fog lights along with chrome inserts that accentuates the front facade. The designers has also worked upon its side profile to make it interesting by keeping the window glass area large so that passengers sitting inside feel fresh and airy. Rear view mirrors, door handles and bumper is kept all same in body color to reflect the sophisticated image of the small hatchback. Towards the rear end of the car, you will notice the sleek tail shaped combination rear lamps, large bumper with chrome grille for rear engine and company insignia embedded. For Sri Lanka residents, GenX Nano is available in varied exterior body paints such as Damson Purple, Dazzle Blue, Pearl White, Meteor Silver and Royal Gold. Therefore, you can select body color of your choice and have fun riding this hatch baby.

Exterior Measurements:

The moderately successful dimensions of this mini hatchback car comprises of 3099 mm x 1495 mm x 1652 mm (L X W X H). The wheelbase for this small stature by Tata counts as 2230 mm which is kept justifiable.

Interior:

The interiors of Tata GenX Nano is designed in new instrument cluster with added trendy fonts and LED gauge that makes it look dynamic and fresh. Seats are covered with premium beige or trendy sporty black fabric upholstery with different inlays over door trim, dashboard and center fascia. Even though, it has very compact exterior dimensions but still Tata Nano manages to offer sufficient space for 4 adult passengers. Designers has taken in use every vertical space available inside by intelligently packing the storage bins, air conditioning vents and stereo parts. Moreover, the speedometer, air conditioning panel and fuel gauge also comes in new styling with LED setup that makes it look stylish. Adding-on more visual effects to the interiors its cabin has been appointed with a dual tone color scheme on seats and door trims differently.

Interior Comfort:

Nano’s comfort and convenience segment offers you exceptionally practical and deluxe compartment. Designers has fairly done justice with the proportion it is being crafted in order to provide maximum productivity to the occupants for the vehicle. The key comfort features packed in this small hatch includes remote key less entry, front power windows, proficient air conditioner segment with heater, a 12V power socket, sun visor on driver and passenger side, front and rear seat headrest, digital clock, average fuel economy display, magazine and coin holders on all doors, distance to empty display and several other features. Also, this variant of Tata Nano has been blessed with a twin glove box compartment that offers you additional storage and enhances the convenience.

Interior Measurements:

With Tata Nano you get standard cargo volume compartment of 80-litres which on further expansion by folding flat the rear seats becomes 500-litres which is a moderate count for small hatchback of this proportion. Besides, several other utility segments has been provided wherein you can stow baggage including cup holders, bottle holders, glove box compartment and more.

Engine and Performance:

Tata GenX Nano engine section reveals 624cc unit powered under the hood which is in-lined with 2-cylinder. This power-train enables the vehicle to churn out maximum power output of about 38 PS between the range of 2500 to 5500 revolutions while delivering a high torque output of 51Nm at 4000 rpm. Mated with four forward and one reverse gearbox you have easy access over the gearbox and best-fit for city driving with heavy traffic and short distances. Obviously, this vehicle doesn't briskly take you to the astonishing speed numbers but has successfully managed to perform well for a vehicle with short stature and caliber.

Stereo and Accessories:

Tata Nano features basic stereo functions for entertainment packed inside the cabin. The dashboard in the front cabin integrates all new AmphiStream music system along with air conditioning unit and other control switches through which you can regulate optimal temperature and stream your favorite tracks. Apart from these, CD Player and MP3 is also available to facilitate listening to music. You can also connect external devices including your phone through USB, AUX-In and Bluetooth connectivity.

Wheels:

Steel wheels comes fitted in the Tata GenX Nano as per standard, comprising of wheel size 12-inch and tyre measurement 135/70 R12 for front wheels and 155/65 R12 for rear wheels.

Braking and Handling:

Tata Motors has not compromised on the braking and handling aspect of this small-sized hatchback. It has been employed with dual circuit, vertical split operated brake system by tandem master cylinder and vacuum booster. This mechanism features 180mm diameter of drum brakes fitted in front as well as in rear wheels. Furthermore, Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with gas-filled dampers and anti-roll bar fitted in front axle along with Independent, Semi Trailing arm with coil spring & gas-filled shock absorbers in rear axle improvising the performance of the vehicle irrespective of road condition you are going to traverse. All these braking and handling aspects of Nano makes it an ideal car for crowded cities. 4 meters of minimum turning radius of this car makes it easily handling that can be turned and steered in extreme tight spaces and is easy to park in narrow spaces.

Safety and Security:

The basic structure of Tata GenX Nano is its chassis is designed monocoque with precisely engineered crumple zone to safeguard the occupants cabin in case of any fatality or accidents. Likewise other mini hatchbacks, Nano doesn't offer much safety aspects to the occupants. But yes, this specific variant of Tata Nano is improved so as to protect the passengers upto a greater extent. Other safety aspects associated with this car includes central locking system, additional body reinforcements, center high mounted stop lamps, intrusion beam, booster assisted brakes.

Pros

Advanced electric power steering
Exceptionally fuel economic hatch vehicle

Cons

Sluggish pick up numbers on gear changing
More comfort features should be incorporated