Tata Nano EV
Tata Nano EV
In pictures
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Well, its actually Neo
Was co-developed by Tata and Jayem Automotive
Project was initiated in 2015
Chairman Ratan Tata was closely involved
Two versions were planned: 48V and 72V
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What’s powering it?
A 17kWh Lithium-ion battery
Single electric motor
27hp, 68Nm peak output
Driving range: 120-140km
Top-speed: 80kph
Gets regenerative braking
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Driving experience
Smooth, progressive once you build up speed
Easy to manoeuvre on narrow roads
Eliminates gearbox drawbacks of regular Nano
Struggles to build speed and climb up on slopes
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Ride and Handling
Gets retuned front suspension
More comfortable than petrol Nano
Has some thudding at higher speeds
Steering is light & easy
Refinement, insulation levels are poor
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Charging time
Regular home charging: 7.5 hours to full charge
Fast Charger: 0-80 percent in 75 mins
Running cost: Re 1/km
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What killed the Neo?
Emission and safety regulations killed the regular Nano
The Neo was dropped along with its ICE sibling
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Case of what could have been…
An electric Nano makes great sense for city commutes
Was perhaps too soon for its time
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