Staying compact but sharpening the principle design elements, Tata premiere a Nano specifically for Europe: the Nano Europa. Measuring in at 3.29 metres in length and 1.58 m in width, it won't be the smallest compact on the market but with a slightly longer wheelbase of 2.28 m, it will surprise with the space and manoeuverability offered.
Recognising the current climate's need for smaller, more fuel-efficient cars but also the trend towards more compact vehicles, Tata seek to provide buyers of the Nano Europa with utility in mobility, affordability but utlimately pleasure and environmental friendliness.
The Nano Europa will be powered by a 3-cylinder 'sporty' all-aluminium MPFI engine mated to a five-speed 'box and power steering. This will allow the greatest in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of less than 100 g/km. Crucially, a redesigned interior also debuts for European markets bringing 'smooth curves' and a modern yet gentle feel to the Nano. The compact will provide its occupants with the standard safety get-up, namely the use of advanced restraint systems, ABS, ESP and air bags as well as the assurance of an all-sheet metal body and, energy absorbing design.
The Prima, however, is a Tata of European original. Designed by a team at Pininfarina, the Prima concept stars alongside the new Nano Europa as a vision for a next-generation luxury sedan. The vehicle inherits 'sporting' design cues that evoke the Indian brand and evolve its outgoing Indigo model to near-'coupe' form.
The Indica Vista EV is the Tata for four. Its EV moniker betrays its environmental drivetrain, one that aims at a 200 km range and a 0-60 km/h (0-37 mph) lurch in under 10 seconds. The new battery will be produced in conjunction with Miljo Grenland/Innovasjon of Norway, 70 per cent of which is owned by Tata's UK-based European subsidiary. The super polymer lithium ion battery is already undergoing testing in Europe on the Indica.
Also at Geneva is the new-generation Tata Indica Vista and Tata Xenon 2.2-litre double-cab, the former having launched in August 2008 and holder of two local awards: UTVi Autocar Best Value for Money and the Business Standard Motoring Jury Award.
Tata Nano Europa, for future launch in international markets, displayed at the 79th Geneva Motor Show
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 100gm/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.
Just like the Tata Nano, the Tata Nano Europa incorporates exterior compactness with interior comfort and seeks to provide motorists the pleasure and utility of personal mobility combined with affordability and environment-friendliness, in a world where smaller, fuel-efficient cars are emerging as a preferred choice.
Tata Prima
The Tata Prima, the concept luxury sedan designed by Pininfarina, is an iteration of the next-generation luxury sedan from Tata Motors. It combines the fundamental design characteristics of the Tata brand, as seen in the Tata Indigo, with sporty curvatures to create a coupe-like silhouette, simple yet refined with an inherent premium.
The Tata Prima's large wheelbase of 2.70 metres endows it with excellent interior space that a luxury sedan demands. The subtle treatment of the C pillar, the hallmark of a Pininfarina design's gracefulness and sporty characteristic, brings forth a coupe-like sloped cabin and tapering back without compromising on interior space. The result is that the Tata Prima concept exudes an overall elegance, endowed with style, luxury and comfort and proportions that are classical yet modern.
Tata Indica Vista EV
The Tata Indica Vista EV will be a more practicable option for the consumer, capable of carrying four individuals, adequate luggage space, with a predicted range of up to 200km and acceleration of 0-60kmph in under 10 seconds. Tata Motors continues its innovative approach with the Indica Vista EV too, using super polymer lithium ion batteries which have superior energy density to conventional batteries. Tata Motors' electric vehicles will be produced in association with Miljo Grenland/Innovasjon, Norway. Tata Motors' UK subsidiary, Tata Motors European Technical Centre plc, has a 70 per cent stake in Miljo. The first such vehicle to be developed by the company is the Indica EV, which is currently undergoing extensive tests in Europe.
Besides these three new cars, Tata Motors is also displaying the new-generation Tata Indica Vista. Launched in India in August 2008, it has received excellent customer response. It has received two prestigious Indian awards - the UTVi Autocar Best Value for Money Car Award and the Business Standard Motoring Jury Award. Also on display is the Tata Xenon 2.2-litre double-cab, an ideal dual-use vehicle with contemporary styling and superior convenience.
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March 4, 2009 2:47 PM
