Interiors
Changes to the interior include a new Latte finish for the dashboard in the top-end XT variants, along with two additional glove boxes.
The signature, Tata 3-spoke steering wheel from the Bolt and Zest finds its way here too, but is stripped off the integrated controls for the music system and telephony.
The centrally mounted instrument console has been updated too, with a newly designed speedometer unit flanked by fuel and temperature gauges. All are well lit and legible in all conditions. Rounding things off is a Digital Information Display which shows information like Low Fuel Warning, Digital Clock, Distance to Empty, Trip Meter, Average fuel consumption, Instantaneous Fuel consumption and a Gear Shift Indicator.
Entertainment gets better with four speakers mated to an AmphiStream music system which is compatible with Bluetooth, CD, Radio, USB and AUX-in options. Sound quality still leaves a lot to be desired though, after Tata spoiled us with the HARMAN systems in the Bolt and the Zest.
The seats are upholstered in fabric bearing the infinity symbol motifs as well, with prominent Nano branding. Top-end variants get front power windows, which are operated via the centrally positioned buttons.
Practicality
This will be the first time the Nano will be available with functional boot lid, which is supported on two hydraulic mounts, and lends access to an usable, 110 liters of boot space. Which isn’t a lot, but the company insists that it’s enough for one carry-on suitcase and two hand bags. Thick insulation manages to keep the engine heat out from below. The AMT equipped version has a slightly raised engine compartment, which translates into lesser, 94 liters of boot space. However, with the rear seats folded, capacity increases to 500 liters.
The GenX Nano, according to its maker, offers the best interior space with 4% better shoulder room and 6% better legroom, than the competition – which is quite believable. Front legroom and headroom is generous, while even at the back, six-footers can sit in reasonable comfort, with more than a couple of inches to spare in all directions. However, to account for more physical room, interior storage has taken a hit, with the twin glove boxes being the only savior.
The Easy Shift variant gets 94 liters of cargo space, as equipped to the MT variant’s 110 liters
The GenX gets a parcel tray with Nano branding and a couple of integrated speakers.
Boomerang headrests for the front seats continue to be served..
..and so does the battery positioned below the front seat.
Door pad trim has ever so slightly changed; doesn’t miss out on the Infinity branding either.
Quality of materials and overall levels of fit & finish have significantly improved; yet leaves a lot to be desired.
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Correct Satish, additional valves and disk brakes would definitely add to the appeal….
What it need is another pair of valves in the engine so that power is sufficient for highways too, and a pair of disks to control that power. That’s it. Rest is a beautiful package.