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Tata Nano to have world’s smallest CRDI engine

Tata Nano diesel will be easier to drive, but costs more

After completing the task of designing one of India’s most fuel efficient petrol engines, Bosch now has the diesel sipper ready for transplant into the Tata Nano.

Bosch calls the diesel engine “CRS 1.1″ where CRS stands for Common Rail System. Sources close to the engine’s development say it displaces 650-750cc making it the world’s smallest CRDI engine. The petrol engine on the presently running model displaced 623cc.

Another report in the media reads the Nano’s diesel engine will have a single cylinder and produce 25-30 hp but much more of torque making it easier to drive in the crowded Indian metros.

Bosch supplies front and rear drum brakes, the starter motor, alternator and the fuel injection system for Nano.

According to the company’s press release issued at the start of the Auto Expo -

India is witnessing a strong increase in demand for diesel engines. There are several reason for this rise in popularity. The diesel consumes 30 percent less fuel than gasoline engine, while common rail technology reduces the pollutant emissions of diesel engines, thus making it possible to meet strict emission standards.

Production of the diesel variant, according to a source, begins in the third or final quarter of the following financial year.

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Entry posted on January 14th, 2010 and filed under Tata Nano

Tata Nano diesel and hybrid to be shown at Auto Expo?

Tata Nano electric diesel hybridTata could display Nano hybrid, diesel and electric at the Auto Expo next month

DNA India reports Tata could bring off-beat variants of Nano to the Auto Expo. The exhibits could be powered by a diesel engine and possibly hybrid and electric powertrain as well.

Tata Motors has confirmed it is working on the hybrid Nano and on its official website hinted it will offer Nano diesel in future. The electric Nano or E-Nano has also been doing media rounds since the unveiling of the car in the previous edition of the Auto Expo.

Tata Motors is believed to be working on several variants of the Nano including a half-tonne pick-up truck for short distance load hauling.

As we near the opening of the show, we’re definite that more information will be published.

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Entry posted on December 22nd, 2009 and filed under Auto Expo 2010, Tata Nano

Tata Nano won’t go overseas until local demands are met

Tata_Nano_dieselThe diesel and electric variants are coming up in the next few years

Though Tata Motors is having plans to sell the Nano variants overseas, it is looking at satisfying demands in our country first before taking its innovation to Europe, Africa or even America.

Tata Group Director Jamshed J Irani -

We are testing the waters, but we have no immediate plan to go abroad

Tata is apparently working on an electric powertrain for the Nano. This is apart from a 2 cylinder CRDI engine and a more powerful 3 cylinder gasoline engine. Tata is also planning to bolt start-stop technology to the Nano, which will enable it to return higher fuel economy figure.

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Entry posted on November 18th, 2009 and filed under Tata Nano

Tata Nano diesel might roll out next year in India

Tata Nano diesel might roll out next year in India

The hype surrounding the Tata Nano is unlike any other we have witnessed. Political interference, international reactions, hate, environmentalists, speculations and reader sightings have kept us glued to the Nano since we began blogging.

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Entry posted on March 4th, 2009 and filed under Tata, Tata Nano

Tata to produce 80,000 Nano units before March 2010

Tata to produce 80,000 Nano units before March 2010

The first units of Tata Nano will roll out from Tata’s Pantnagar facility by the end of February this year. While the engines and gearboxes for the Nano will be built at Tata’s plant in Pune, the final assembly will take place at the Pantnagar plant upon shipment.

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Entry posted on January 22nd, 2009 and filed under Tata, Tata Nano

Tata Nano Hybrid- What the experts say

Tata Nano Hybrid- What the experts say

The world’s cheapest car, Tata Nano, is now eying the title of ‘world’s cheapest hybrid’. Tata Motors is considering a micro-hybrid version of the Nano with ‘Start-Stop Technology’ technology that allows the vehicle to reduce fuel consumption by 5% and cut emissions by up to 10%.

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Entry posted on January 6th, 2009 and filed under Tata, Tata Nano
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