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| India's Nano, Driving Like a (National) Dream |
| 2009-03-24 |
| MUMBAI — I didn't want to be the first Western journalist to crash a Nano. But I was so curious about the world's cheapest car I was willing to take that chance. With a sticker price of about $2,000, the new Tata Motors' Nano has been mocked as a lawn mower for four. It has no air conditioning, stereo or air bags. Those cost extra. It does come with a single windshield wiper, kind of skimpy for a country with a monsoon season. Oh, and the Nano comes only with manual transmission. |
| Posted by:john frum |
| #4 I will wait for the Pico with the optional transporter package...... |
| Posted by: Alaska Paul 2009-03-24 22:10 |
| #3 Good friend of mine -- 6'5", 330 lbs -- owns a Smart Fortwo. When we both get into it we just need the red noses to look like circus clowns. But it's a neat car and it isn't much bigger than a Nano. I hope Tata sells millions of these cars. |
| Posted by: Steve White 2009-03-24 19:52 |
| #2 And the model to be sold in Europe gets an extra cylinder Tata Nano Europa With a length of 3.29 metres and width of 1.58 metres, the Tata Nano Europa continues to be stylishly petite but surprises with its spacious interior and generous leg space. The slightly longer wheelbase of 2.28 metres combines excellent space and manoeuvrability, further improving on the benchmark standard set by the Tata Nano. The enhanced spaciousness is complemented by redesigned interiors, marked by smooth curves and a high tech yet gentle feel. To meet the driving needs of its target customers, the Tata Nano Europa will be powered by a 3-cylinder sporty all-aluminium MPFI engine matched with a 5-speed automatic transmission, and electric power steering. The gasoline engine will be class-leading, providing high fuel efficiency and low CO2 emission of less than 100 gm / km meeting the twin goals of being environmentally friendly and stylish – just like the Tata Nano. The Tata Nano Europa meets all safety regulations. In addition to the all sheet-metal body, its energy absorbing design, use of advanced restraint systems, ABS, ESP and Air Bags will enhance passenger safety. |
| Posted by: john frum 2009-03-24 17:56 |
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| Posted by: john frum 2009-03-24 17:36 |