Tata Nano GenX (2019)

Synopsis

Tata has been busy in the quest of making an ultra-affordable car and this time, with the increase in demand for the AMT's, the cheapest car has turned into an automatic version of the Nano. Tata seems to be an expert now in making affordable vehicles and with its Nano scoring 1 mark more than the previous version in each update. This time, the update has not just gone cosmetic; it’s more onto the comfort of the driver and the passengers.

The GenX Nano has been built on the same platform, as the Nano Twist was made. With the introduction of power steering last time, the ever growing project has moved to a new phase. Increased urban traffic had made it uneasy for many to ride in the city, which made the automatic gearbox equipped vehicles so popular among the society.

No doubt, it was counted as a luxury one time, but with each passing day, every luxury will be a need one day. Tata understood the truth of the changing society and entered the right place at the right time. This is the last move of Tata motors to make its Nano work. Otherwise, the cute little piece of automobile world would not take much time to be a part of history. Well these were some talks of the past with the future, and now we move to some tech specs for the newly arrived.

Engine & Performance

The GenX Nano gets the same 624cc, 2-Cylinder engine, producing 37.5 BHP @ 5500 rpm and a torque value of 51 NM @ 4000 rpm. The Nano's best feature till date has been implied this time in the form of the new automatic gearbox, which has made it the cheapest automatic in the world, but this time, Tata motors will keep the use of this word 'cheapest' in a limited manner only. Also the new fuel tank for the Nano has a capacity of 24 litres and the total extended range of Nano has made it suitable for long trips now.

Exterior

Styling has been equally updated, with its new face which seems to be smiling and saying that it’s my time now. The headlights are smoked a bit, with a newly designed bumper with integrated fog lamps. The rear gets the same styling as the front and the new grill suits the peppy image of our cute little Nano. The body seems to be refreshed with minor changes in nearly every part, where they were required. The grill has been named as infinity grill and presents the Nano in a totally new style.

Interior

The interior of the Nano remains nearly the same, but the gear lever for the new AMT is covered with chrome, making its presence felt. The best of all, Nano EasyShift gets a sport mode in the gearbox, which seems impossible, but is there to work. The shifts change their intervals as soon as the sports mode is pressed. The interior seems to be very simple, with the power window buttons on the center console, which seems to be an odd decision. Tata Nano AMT has the same old music system which comes with USB, AUX and Bluetooth connectivity. Also a 4 speaker set has been installed on the new Nano for an excellent listening experience of the passengers.

Shades & Ex-showroom Price

The new Nano comes with a wide range of shades namely Pearl White, Damson Purple, Meteor Silver, Dazzle Blue, Royal Gold and the new Sangria Red option. It is available in the same XE, XM and XT trims, with the automatic versions called as XMA and XTA. It has been priced between INR 1.99-2.89 lakh.