Tata Nano GenX

Tata Nano GenX AMT Review : Small Size, Big Savvy

Verdict

2015 Tata Nano GenX (49)

 

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.

2015 Tata Nano GenX (74)

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  Steel
Tyre size / Types 135/70R12-F (Tubeless), 155/65 R12-R (Tubeless)

Exterior Dimensions 

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                                      

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

 

7 thoughts on “Tata Nano GenX AMT Review : Small Size, Big Savvy”

  1. Correct Satish, additional valves and disk brakes would definitely add to the appeal….

  2. 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.

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