Verdict
Is the Genx Nano that good?
It makes a lot of sense, but isn’t the kind of thing that would blow you away. That’s primarily because  everything is centered on an AMT; the rest is more of a brush-up with better quality all around. It’s good, but maybe not enough to reinvigorate brand Nano all by itself. The AMT is nicely integrated, but like all AMTs, is inherently lethargic. Overall refinement, too, could have been better.
The addition of an AMT makes the XTA variant a compelling city car, and a pretty smart one at that. It does diversify the appeal and reach of the Nano, especially to the fairer sex and the college going kinds, but in the process, moves more upmarket. There it shares space with opponents like the Maruti Alto K10 AMT and the Hyundai Eon, which are perceived to be ‘bigger’ cars in the Indian scheme of things, with engines having a cylinder or two more and having features like disc brakes.
That said, all will depend on the pricing, which still remains to be announced. We’ll be back with our final verdict once prices are announced.
Key features and Specifications for Nano 4MT
 Engine
Fuel type | Petrol |
Type | 273 MPFI 12, 2 cylinder, MPFI 10.3CR |
Cubic capacity | 624 cc |
Made of | Head & BlockAluminum |
Installation | Transverse, Rear wheel drive |
Max power | 38.19 PS @ 5500 RPM (+/-250) |
Max torque | 51 Nm @ 4000 RPM (+/-500) |
Bore/stroke | 73.5 mm x 73.5 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.3 1 |
Valve gear | SOHC 2 valves/ cylinder |
Engine management | ECU controlled |
Chassis and Body
Construction | Hatchback, 5 Door, Monocoque |
Kerb weight | 695 – 735 kgs |
Wheels | 12 inches |
Made of | Â Steel |
Tyre size / Types | 135/70R12-F (Tubeless), 155/65 R12-R (Tubeless) |
Exterior DimensionsÂ
Overall Length | 3164 mm |
Max. Width | 1750 mm (with ORVM) |
Overall Height | 1652 mm |
Wheel Base | 2230 mm |
Track Front | 1325 mm |
Track Rear | 1315 mm |
Ground Clearance | 190 mm (unladen) |
Fuel Tank capacity | 24 litres |
Transmission
Type | TA59 Synchromesh on all forward gears, 4 Forward + 1 Reverse |
Ratios | |
1st | 3.45 |
2nd | 1.94 |
3rd | 1.26 |
4th | 0.838 for XE & 0.96 for XM & XT |
Reverse | 3.08 |
Suspension
Front | Independent; Lower Wishbone; McPherson Strut with gas filled Dampers, anti-roll bar |
Rear | Independent Semi trailing arm with Coil Spring and Gas filled Shock Absorbers |
Steering
Type | Electric power assist |
Turning circle radius | 4 m |
Steering Wheel diameter | 360 mm |
 Brakes
Front | Drum Brake |
Rear | Drum Brake |
Parking Brakes | Mechanical Cable operated |
Anti-lock with EBD | No |
Safety Features (Active / Passive)
Seat Belt                               | Front- 3 point seat belt, rear – Lap belt |
Airbag | No |
Central Locking | Yes, with remote |
Speed Sensing Auto door lock | No |
Clutch lock | No |
Inside Rearview Mirror | |
Day & Night | No |
Burglar Alarm | Yes |
Immobilizer | No |
Driver Assistance
Headlamps | Clear Lens with Black Bezel |
Fog Lamps | Front |
Turning Indicators on ORVM | No |
Tail-lamps | Yes |
Rear Defogger | No |
Interiors
Seats | Full Fabric Seats |
Dashboard | Ebony -XM version & Latte color-XT version [With two glove boxes] |
Interior Illumination | 1 front |
Theatre Dimming | Yes |
Door Pockets | All 4 doors |
Rear Parcel Tray | Yes |
Boot Space | 110 Ltrs |
Chrome Finish | AC Vents |
Storage in Centre Console | Small utility space |
Instrument Panel & Center Fascia Display
Tachometer | No |
Warning & Indicators | Low fuel |
Multi Information Display (MID) | |
Trip meter | |
Average fuel consumption | |
Distance-to-empty |
Audio                   Â
System | Amphistream Music System |
Multi-Media Touch Controlled | No |
Speakers | 4, Front (2 Speakers), Rear (2 Speakers) |
AUX & USB | Yes |
Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes |
Steering Wheel Mounted Controls | No |
Voice Recognition | No |
Video play-back | No |
Smart phone based navigation | No |
Other Convenient Features
Auto AC | No |
Foldable Key | No |
Roof Antenna | Yes |
Vanity Mirrors | Co-Driver Side |
Power Outlet | Yes |
AC with Climate Control | Yes |
Power Windows | Front |
Outside Mirrors | Externally Adjustable |
Tilt Steering | No |
Adjustable headrest | No |
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.