FAQ about Nano car!

Is there any storage space or luggage space in this car?

A luggage space of 80 litres is provided in this car behind the rear seat. The rear seat is a 100% bench seat that can be folded to create additional luggage space. With the rear seat folded, the luggage space in this car is 500 Litres. The other storage spaces are Cup holders in the floor console for Nano LX, door trims with pockets for books, magazines in Nano CX and LX, holding space (storage) on the dashboard due to its peculiar shape.

What is the Power to weight ratio for the Nano as compared to the competition?

The Power to weight ratio in Nano is ~58 PS/ ton which is higher than that of any other level car in the Indian market (It is ~56 PS/ton for Maruti 800)

Is a tachometer provided on the Nano?

No, tachometer is not provided on any of the trim levels in nano.

Are Power windows present in the Nano?

Yes, Front Power windows are offered only in Nano LX.

Will this car be available in BS 4 norms?

The BS4 compliant engine for the Nano is under development and will be introduced in a years time. The car will be offered in BS 2 and BS 3 emission norms only (The base 'Nano' and the mid 'Nano CX' will be offered in BS2 and BS 3, whereas the top end 'Nano LX' will be offered only in BS3 emission norms)

What is the size of the drum brakes?

The diameter of the drum brakes is 180 mm- both at the front and the rear.

Why does this car have drum brakes at the front instead of usual disc brakes? Does this affect performance in any way?

The engine is located at the rear of this car. As a result, the load on front wheels is low. Hence drum brakes at front will serve the purpose. The braking distance for this car is comparable to any other entry level cars.

What is the front and rear track of this car?

The front track is 1325mm and the rear track is 1315mm.

FAQ about Nano car!

Why the name 'Nano'?

Nano stands for superior technology and small in size. This is what this car depicts and hence the name 'Nano'.

What are the fuel options offered on this car?

This car will now be offered only in the Petrol version 'A 624cc 2 cylinder petrol engine.

Will this car be offered in Diesel variant? Is it planned?

As of now the Diesel variant is not offered. It will be offered only in Petrol now

Can this car be converted to LPG/ CNG?

This car is available only in the Petrol version. No other alternate fuel option is offered on this car now. It is not recommened as of now to convert it to LPG/ CNG.

Where is the spare tyre located? How can this be accessed?

The spare wheel is located under the bonnet and is easily accesible.

Do any of the versions in Nano have alloy wheels?

The wheels in Nano are called 'Style-in-steel' wheels. They are steel wheels made to look like alloy wheels.

Where is the battery located?

The battery in this car is located below the driver seat.

How does the rear engine get cooled?

Two scoops are provided on either side of this car. These scoops allow for cooler air to enter as the car moves and help in engine cooling.

How do you avoid over heating of rear engine?

Two scoops are provided on either side of this car. These scoops allow for cooler air to enter as the car moves and help in engine cooling.

Why are front and rear tyre specifications different in this car?

The engine is located at the rear in this car. Hence, to take care of the larger rear load, rear tyres are wider than the front tyres. They also help maintain the slip angle while turning at higher speeds and to achieve good drivability and handling characteristics.

What should be the tyre pressure I should maintain in the Nano- for each of front and rear tyres?

The recommended tyre pressure is :
Front tyre: 26 psi and
Rear tyre: 28 psi

Can the spare tyre be fitted in the rear?

The spare tyre in the Nano is same as the front tyre i.e.135/70R12.
However there is absolutely no concern incase the rear tyre gets punctured since the spare tyre can also be fitted at the rear. But precautions need to be taken: In such a case, drive the vehicle at not more than 40-60 kmph, drive cautiously at sharp turns while driving with spare tyre at the rear.
It is recommended to replace the spare tyre at rear with standard rear tyre at the nearest service station.

'Nano' : Available colors in the market

Color	View
	Front View	Rear View
Racing Red
Summer Blue
Champagne Gold
Lunar Silver
Ivory White
Sunshine Yellow

Tata Nano: The World’s Cheapest Car!

Tata Motors today took the covers off the world’s cheapest car — the Nano.

Tata's new market-moving 1-lakh rupee car is by no means a makeshift job - in fact, I think it is one of the best looking and most distinctive cars on the road. There may be enough on the road to make us get used to its looks soon, but the fresh design approach makes it rival some of the best micro-minis around the world.

Over the past year, Tata has been building hype for a car that would cost a mere 100,000 rupees (roughly $2,500) and bring automotive transportation to the mainstream Indian population.

It has been nicknamed the “People’s Car.”

The four-door Nano is a little over 10 feet long and nearly 5 feet wide. It is powered by a 623cc two-cylinder engine at the back of the car. With 33 horsepower, the Nano is capable of 65 miles an hour. Its four small wheels are at the absolute corners of the car to improve handling. There is a small trunk, big enough for a duffel bag.

The base price for the Nano will be 120,000 rupees, including road tax and delivery. Higher level models will cost more and come with air-conditioning. Sun visors and radios are extra.

Nano is a challenge not only for small cars but also for the two-wheelers. With the launch of the Nano, many two-wheeler manufacturers are planning to come out with attractive offers to sustain their market share. Many car manufacturers are also feeling a strong threat from Nano and are planning to introduce small cars.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz By May In India

Maruti Suzuki plans to launch the Ritz to India and will compete with the existing cars like Skoda Fabia, Hyundai i20 and the upcoming cars like Honda Jazz and Fiat Grande Punto.
Maruti Suzuki Ritz will be equipped with 1.2-L petrol engine (KB Series) and 1.3-L multijet diesel engine.

Maruti plans to roll out three variants in India with two petrol engines and as a diesel engine option. The Maruti Ritz petrol variant will have two engine option which includes - 1000cc, 65bhp, 3-Cylinder engine and 1200cc, 86bhp, 4-Cylinder engine option. Maruti Suzuki Ritz diesel variant will get a 1.3-Litre, 75bhp, Multijet engine. All the models of Maruti Ritz will comply with Euro IV compliant. The company has already been launched in Europe in a different name as Wagon-R there.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz will be launched in India in the second week of May which will prove to its rivals as a standalone warrior in its class in terms of VFM (Value for Money), Fuel-Efficiency & Power.

Maruti Suzuki had first decided to launch as Splash but the name is already been acquired by some manufacturer so they had decided to change the name to Ritz. As the company wants a fight back against the rivals and wants to get the same response which got for A-Star after the launch of it Maruti Suzuki Ritz in India. The company is also planning to capture more market share in hatchback segment.

Maruti Suzuki Ritz is positioned above WagonR but closer to Swift and the car will be priced around Rs 4 to 5.5 Lakhs.

Maruti Ritz is a tall hatchback model that offers more head roof and more space inside the car. Maruti Suzuki Ritz will carry a bold, Stylish and sporty rear looks with an overall mannish look but it will be well suited for small families that has limited budget.

Maruti Ritz is not a descendant of any of the previous Maruti model, but its brand-new concept make it able to satisfy the customer’s needs in terms of space, compact, modern design, aerodynamics, quality, driveability, performance and environmental friendliness.

Porsche To Launch Panamera In India By October 2009

German luxury carmaker has announced recently that it will launch its sports car Panamera in India by October 2009. The Porsche Panamera in India will be priced at Rs 1.42 Crores and Rs 2.02 Crores.

Porsche Panamera rolls out a first four door sports car from Porsche and it will be revealed in the upcoming Shanghai Motor Show 2009, Said by Precision Cars India - Importer of Porsche Cars in India.

“Our dealers have already enjoyed considerable interest in the car and have received forward orders prior to the launch. We are working on a simultaneous launch of the car in India as well and are hopeful of welcoming the car in India by late September-early October 2009,” Precision Cars India Managing Director Rod Wallace said.

Porsche Panamera would be available for Indian customers with a 4.8 litre V8 direct fuel injection engine, he added.

The new sports car would be priced between Rs 1.42 Crore and Rs 2.02 Crore (ex-showroom Delhi) and is inclusive of VAT and import duty, the release added.