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>>This little bright orange car is the 2012 Tata Nano LX – the top-end variant. Priced
at 1.96 lakh rupees, this is one of the most affordable forms of four-wheeled city transport
that you can ask for. Don’t be fooled by the Nano’s compact dimensions – it’s
actually a pretty spacious car and can put some larger hatchbacks to shame.
The Nano could easily have been a cult car, because of its unique styling. It’s also
quite nimble to handle in city traffic. The large glass area, upright seating and compact
size allow it to easily dart in and out of traffic. Top speed is limited to 105 kilometers
per hour, but the Nano is not comfortable doing those speeds and is best kept in the
green zone on the speedometer. Another thing with the Nano is the ease of
parking this
car in tight spots…. PTC: Roshun
However, the Nano has the smallest turning radius of all cars in India… at just 4 meters.
There are some quirks that the Nano has – the fuel filler for the 15 litre petrol tank and
spare wheel can be found under the bonnet. The 2012 Nano is powered by a 624 cc engine… 37.4 bhp of power and 51
Nm of torque… located between the axle. Access is difficult
The Nano’s compact engine is mated to a 4-speed transmission. The gearing and light
weight of the car are well suited to quick pick up
in the city. Where the Nano really makes a case for itself
is
in the use of interior space… Overall, if you were looking for an entry-level
car, especially if you live in a congested city where space is a premium and traffic
jams are the norm, the Nano is a decent bet. While the Nano may not appeal to all car buyers,
it is definitely more value than buying a bike – as it can seat four in comfort, has
good pick up, decent mileage and can easily do those short trips to the school or local
market.