Tata Nano [2011-2013] Base

Specifications

• Engine & Transmission
  Engine

  624 cc, 2 Cylinders In V Shape, 2 Valves/Cylinder, SOHC

  Timely services will keep a motor efficient and in top shape.

  Engine Type

  624 cc, 2 cylinder, MPFI

  The official title given by the manufacturer in terms of the name of the engine, the displacement and the number of cylinders.

  A bigger displacement and more than four-cylinders generally indicate a performance-oriented engine.

  Fuel Type

  Petrol

  All cars in India either run on petrol, diesel, CNG, LPG or electric power.

  Max Power (bhp@rpm)

  37 bhp @ 5500 rpm

  Gives a good idea of the performance of the vehicle under full thrust. A higher figure here usually means a higher top speed as well.

  Higher the power, the peppier the engine but it can also affect fuel economy.

  Max Torque (Nm@rpm)

  51 Nm @ 4000 rpm

  Relates to in-gear acceleration. A higher figure here means better roll-on acceleration, fewer gear shifts, and possibly better fuel efficiency.

  The more torque at low RPM range makes the engine feel more responsive. It also allows the engine to run smoothly without too many gear changes.

  Mileage (ARAI)

  25.4 kmpl

  This is the maximum fuel efficiency that an engine gives. All numbers are provided by the manufacturer based on tests conducted and specified by the standards of the ARAI (Automotive Research Association of India)

  Such fuel efficiency attained while driving in special conditions makes it unlikely to get it in real-world conditions

  Drivetrain

  RWD

  Cars come with different drivetrain configurations depending on the segment.

  Front-wheel drive (FWD) is most common in mainstream cars while expensive cars or SUVs come with rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD).

  Transmission

  Manual - 4 Gears

  Type of transmission used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels

  A manually operated transmission is the most popular type, thanks to its simplicity and low cost. Varied types of automatic transmissions are also available.

• Dimensions & Weight
  Length

  3099 mm

  The length of the car decides its segment. In India, cars that are less than 4 metres in length enjoy reduced excise duties.

  

  • Length: 3099

  Longer length results in more cabin space. It also adds to straight line stability.

  Width

  1495 mm

  A car's width is defined as its widest point without its mirrors.

  

  • Width: 1495

  Although more width gives you more lateral space inside the cabin, it makes the car more difficult to park in narrow spots.

  Height

  1652 mm

  The height of the car denotes the highest point of the vehicle from the ground.

  

  • Height: 1652

  Taller the car, the more headroom there is on offer inside the cabin. However, a tall boy stance also affect the car’s centre of gravity which can cause more body roll.

  Wheelbase

  2230 mm

  The space between the center of the front and rear wheels.

  

  • Wheelbase: 2230

  The longer the wheelbase, the more space there is inside the cabin.

  Ground Clearance

  180 mm

  It’s the space between the lowest point of the car and the ground.

  

  • Ground Clearance: 180

  If the car has a good amount of clearance, it’s easier for it to clear big speed breakers and overall, deal with bad roads.

  Kerb Weight

  600 kg

  The total weight of the vehicle with all the standard equipment and all the required fluids.

  A lightweight car will always be more efficient and easier to manoeuvre whereas a heavy car would give you a sense of solidity while driving.

• Capacity
  Doors
  4 Doors
  The number of doors define the category of car. For example – four door means sedan, two-door means coupe while five-doors usually refer to a hatchback, MPV or an SUV.
  
  • Doors: 4
  Seating Capacity

  4 Person

  The number of people that can be seated comfortably in the car, which has also been mandated by the car manufacturer.

  No of Rows

  2 Rows

  Smaller cars usually have two rows which can seat five, but some SUVs and MPVs have three rows and can seat around 7-8 passengers.

  Bootspace

  80 litres

  Boot space defines how practical the car is with respect to how much luggage it can carry.

  

  • Bootspace: 80

  A boot with a large and wide opening is ideal for loading heavy items. Additionally, a lower loading height also makes it easy to put in luggage.

  Fuel Tank Capacity

  15 litres

  The official volume of the fuel tank of a car, usually denoted in litres.

  If a car has a large fuel tank, it can cover long distances without refuelling.

• Suspensions, Brakes, Steering & Tyres
  Front Suspension

  Independent, Lower Wishbone, McPherson Strut with gas filled dampers and anti-roll bar

  Almost all cars in India use an independent front suspension which is usually the MacPherson Strut type.

  Rear Suspension

  Independent, Semi Trailing arm with coil spring & gas filled shock absorbers

  The rear suspension can either be non-independent or independent.

  Most of the budget cars have non-independent suspension while the more expensive ones get independent rear suspension which offers better bump absorption.

  Front Brake Type

  Drum

  Most of the vehicles sold in India get ventilated or non-ventilated disc brakes upfront.

  - The ventilated discs are more popular thanks to them providing better stopping power and it also works well in hot conditions.

  Rear Brake Type

  Drum

  In affordable cars, drums brakes are fitted at the rear as they are cost effective.

  Disc setup at the rear is now getting more popular as cars are getting faster in the real world.

  Minimum Turning Radius

  4 metres

  The official kerb-to-kerb minimum radius a car takes to complete a 180-degree turn.

  Shorter the turning radius, the lesser space you need to make a tight turn or to take a U-turn.

  Spare Wheel

  Steel

  Important in a country with varying quality of roads, spare wheels ensure one doesn’t get stranded when one of the main tyres gets damaged.

  Select premium car models feature space savers (smaller than the stock wheels) to save on boot space.

  Front Tyres

  135 / 70 R12

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the front wheels.

  Rear Tyres

  155 / 65 R12

  The profile/dimension of rubber tyre that fits on the rear wheels.

• Safety
  Overspeed Warning

  -

  Mandatory safety system for cars sold in India, a single beep is emitted after 80kmph and continuous ones after 120kmph

  NCAP Rating

  -

  The official crash test safety rating given to a car by one of the many testing agencies around the world

  • Airbags
    -
  Rear Middle Three Point seatbelt

  No

  Safer three-point seatbelts for passengers seated in the middle of the second row of seats.

  Budget cars are usually fitted with more economical lap belts for the middle-occupant.

  Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

  -

  A digital gauge that provides the live status of the air pressure in every tyre of a car.

  For accurate readings, ensure that the sensors on the rim are not tampered with during any wheel/tyre repairs

  Child Seat Anchor Points

  -

  Anchor points or strap systems built into car seats to keep child seats in place, especially during a crash

  ISOFIX is an international standard for child seat anchor points, but not all car manufacturers follow this standard

  Seat Belt Warning

  No

  Mandatory fitment in cars sold in India, emits loud beeps when it detects that occupants are not wearing their seatbelts.

  Seat belt warning is mandatory for front-seat occupants, but it is recommended that all occupants wear seat belts.

• Braking & Traction
  Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

  No

  An electronic system that prevents the tyres from locking and skidding in emergency braking situations by pulsing the brakes (quickly releasing and reapplying the brakes)

  ABS is a great accident prevention technology, allowing drivers to steer while braking hard

  Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)

  No

  An electronic system that redirects braking forces among the four brakes to stop the car as quickly and stably as possible

  Brake Assist (BA)

  No

  A system that increases brake pressure to help the car stop quicker

  Even when emergency braking, it is observed that drivers don’t apply maximum brake pressure through the pedal, the BA system provides additional pressure to help stop the car quicker

  Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

  No

  System designed to improve car stability and control, especially when the car is accelerating.

  ESP or ESC cannot increase traction but rather improve control or help regain control in slippery conditions.

  Hill Hold Control

  No

  A feature that prevents the car from rolling backwards when stopped on a slope

• Locks & Security
  Engine Immobiliser

  No

  A security device that prevents the engine from being started unless the key is present

  Central Locking

  No

  This feature let's one unlock all the doors remotely or with a key

  Speed Sensing Door Lock

  No

  This feature automatically locks the car's doors when it reaches a preset speed

  A convenient feature for those who can't remember to lock the doors

  Child Safety Lock

  No

  Such locks are built into the rear doors to prevent rear seat occupants from opening the doors

• Comfort & Convenience
  Air Conditioner

  No

  The different types of air-conditioning systems used to cool the cabin

  Maintaining the lowest temperature and first blower speed offers the best results.

  • Front AC
    -
  Heater

  No

  This feature allows warm air to pass through the air-con vents for heating the cabin

  Vanity Mirrors on Sun Visors

  No

  Compact mirrors fitted to the inside of the sunvisor

  Cabin Boot Access

  -

  The option of being able to access the boot space while sitting inside the car

  Anti-glare Mirrors

  Manual - Internal Only

  These mirrors negate the glare from headlight beams of cars behind you

  Since a large chunk of people love driving around in their high beam, these mirrors come in handy

  Parking Assist

  No

  A feature that aids drivers park with ease and greater precision using sensors/cameras

  It comes as a boon for drivers who are not used to parking in tight spots

  Parking Sensors

  -

  Sensors that are usually located on the bumpers of a car to assist/alert the driver while parking

  It takes the stress out of manoeuvring in confined spaces

  Headlight and Ignition On Reminder

  No

  An alert that warns one from leaving the car with the headlight and ignition switched on

  Keyless Start/ Button Start

  No

  When fitted, this system allows the car to be switched on without removing the key from the driver’s pocket or vicinity.

  Keyless entry and start/stop (KESS) systems in some cars also include operation via a smartphone.

  Steering Adjustment

  No

  A function where the steering wheel moves up/down, in/out as per the driver's requirement

  When both rake and reach adjustments are incorporated, it makes for a tailormade driving position

  12V Power Outlets

  No

  This socket provides current to a cigarette lighter style 12 volt plug

  It helps charge smartphones, tablets, laptops, rechargeable batteries and other USB chargers. It also powers a compressor that inflates tyres and the humble cigarette lighter!

• Mobile App Features
  Find My Car

  -

  An app based feature that allows one to find where their car is located/parked

  Check Vehicle Status via App

  -

  The requisite app will provide information regarding various functions such as speed and fuel alerts

  Geo-fence

  -

  A service that triggers actions like notifications and security alerts when a car enters/leaves a set location

  Emergency Call

  -

  A call that's made automatically by the car to the local emergency services in the event of a crash

  Over The Air (OTA) Updates

  -

  Similar to how smartphones receive updates, a vehicle too (if equipped with connected car features) receives updates over the air via a cellular or WiFi connection

  Timely installation of updates keeps the system up-to-date

  Remote AC: On / Off via App

  -

  The smartphone app turns on the car's AC to attain the required cabin temperature even before one boards it

  More so comes in handy when cabin temperatures are extreme before you board the vehicle

  Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

  -

  The smartphone app allows one to remotely lock/unlock the car's doors from just about anywhere

  This function is helpful when the key fob isn't working properly

  Car Light Flashing & Honking via App

  -

  The smartphone app sounds the horn and flashes the headlights of your car so that you can locate it

  • Remote Parking with Key
    -

• Seats & Upholstery
  • Driver Seat Adjustment
    -
  • Front Passenger Seat Adjustment
    -
  Seat Upholstery

  Vinyl

  When it's time to replace, use a fabric that grips and are inherently cool to the touch

  Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

  No

  Leather not only grips your palms well, but it also offers a premium feel

  • Leather-wrapped Gear Knob
    No
  • Rear Passenger Seat Type
    -
  Interiors

  -

  Depicts if the cabin comes with a single or dual-tone colour scheme

  Interior Colours

  -

  The various color shades used within the cabin

  Folding Rear Seat

  No

  Some rear seats have the option to be be folded to offer more practicality

  Split Rear Seat

  No

  Sections of the rear seat are capable of being folded down separately

  This function bumps up practicality as the boot space increases when required.

  Front Seatback Pockets

  Yes

  The pockets behind the front seats which help rear seat occupants store their stuff

  Headrests

  Front

  The portion extending from or fixed to the seat that supports the head

• Storage
  • Cup Holders
    Front Only

• Doors, Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
  ORVM Colour

  -

  Mirrors that are placed on the car's exterior, around the door, to aid the driver see behind the vehicle

  Placing/sticking wide-angle mirrors on the ORVMs can enhance the rear view tremendously.

  Power Windows

  No

  When the car's windows can be raised/lowered by pressing a button/switch

  In emergencies where the power window electronics have jammed, exit the vehicle by kicking out the windscreen

  One Touch Down

  -

  This feature allows a user to roll down the windows with a single press of a button

  This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

  One Touch Up

  -

  This feature allows a user to roll up the windows with a single press of a button

  This feature reduces the time your hand is away from the steering wheel

  Adjustable ORVMs

  Externally Adjustable

  Different ways of adjusting the door mirror to suit the driver's requirement

  Tremendously aids driving judgement in a variety of tight situations.

  Turn Indicators on ORVMs

  No

  Turn indicators are fitted to the door mirrors for improved visibility

  Rear Defogger

  No

  A feature that removes condensed water droplets from the rear windscreen to improve visibility

  Turning air recirculation off helps gain faster results.

  • Exterior Door Handles
    Black
  • Interior Door Handles
    Unpainted
  • Door Pockets
    No
  Bootlid Opener

  Internal

  The various methods of opening the boot lid

• Exterior
  Roof-mounted Antenna

  No

  The compactness of the roof-mounted antenna prevents its damage in certain situations

  Body-coloured Bumpers

  No

  Having parking sensors will save your bumper paint if it brushes by obstacles

• Lighting
  • Headlights
    Halogen
  Follow Me Home Headlamps

  No

  The headlamps remain lit for sometime when the car is locked/unlocked to aid user visibility in dark surroundings

  Taillights

  -

  Inspect tail lamp bulbs at periodic intervals for optimum safety.

  Daytime Running Lights

  -

  Lights that automatically switch on during the day for increased visibility

  Fog Lights

  -

  A type of lamp that improves driver visibility while driving through fog

  The yellow/amber fog lights are preferable as they are warm to the eyes and do not reflect from the fog.

  • Cabin Lamps
    -
  Headlight Height Adjuster

  Yes

  Allows adjustment to the height of the headlight beams via a switch on the dashboard

• Instrumentation
  Instrument Cluster

  -

  A screen situated mostly behind the steering wheel displaying information and warning lights regarding the car's various vitals

  • Trip Meter
    Electronic 1 Trip
  Average Fuel Consumption

  No

  The amount of fuel consumed by the engine (kmpl) is displayed on the instrument cluster in real time

  A glance will help you maintain better fuel efficiency and save money

  Distance to Empty

  No

  The approximate distance a car will run with the amount of fuel remaining in the tank

  • Clock
    No
  Low Fuel Level Warning

  Yes

  This alert should be taken as a final warning to head straight to the fuel pump

  Door Ajar Warning

  No

  A warning light that pops up on the instrument cluster when the doors are not shut properly

• Entertainment, Information & Communication
  Android Auto

  -

  An Android feature that allows car infotainment displays to mirror parts of the phone screen to ease touch operations while driving.

  Apple CarPlay

  -

  An Apple (iOS) feature that allows car infotainment displays to mirror parts of the iPhone screen to ease touch operations while driving.

  This function bumps up the safety quotient since the use of a smartphone while driving can be hazardous

  Display

  -

  A touchscreen or display that acts as a user's interface to the various functions of the car

  • Touchscreen Size
    -
  Integrated (in-dash) Music System

  No

  The music player that comes factory fitted

  Speakers

  No

  Number of speaker units as part of a car’s surround-sound system

  Steering-mounted controls

  No

  The widely-used controls are placed on the steering wheel to ease driver usage

  Voice Command

  -

  When the car's system responds to the occupant's voice to perform certain features

  GPS Navigation System

  No

  A system that uses satellite signals to help the driver with directions to reach a destination

  Bluetooth Compatibility

  No

  Allows devices with bluetooth functionality connect wirelessly to the car's infotainment system

  Using Bluetooth functionality offers a cable-free experience

  AUX Compatibility

  No

  The car's music player can play tracks off a portable device via an aux cable

  Bluetooth can make AUX cables look ancient, but unlike the former, there's hardly any loss in sound quality

  AM/FM Radio

  No

  Is the music system's capability of playing broadcasted radio channels

  If radio signals are weak, one can stream music

  USB Compatibility

  No

  When tracks can be played from a USB/pen drive

  Head Unit Size

  Not Available

  The size of the music system fitted to a car. Traditionally 1-DIN or 2-DIN, are being replaced by touchscreen units of varying sizes.

  • iPod Compatibility
    No
  DVD Playback

  No

  The capability of the infotainment system to play DVDs

• Manufacturer Warranty
  Battery Warranty (In Years)

  -

  The number of years the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

  More the years, the better

  Battery Warranty (In Kilometres)

  -

  The number of kilometres the EV battery is covered under the manufacturer's warranty

  More the kilometres, the better

  Warranty (In Years)

  4

  The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.

  Warranty (In Kilometres)

  60000

  The automaker can void the vehicle's warranty if the owner has fitted aftermarket components.