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Tata Nano Hybrid Headed for the U.S.?

 
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Tata Nano Europa at Geneva Auto Show

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Is the diminutive Tata Nano Hybrid coming to America? According to a report in The Maeil Business Newspaper out of Korea, Ratan Tata, chairman of Tata Motors, says the Indian automaker could sell the gas-sipping four-seater in more established markets like those of the U.S. and Europe.

Tata was tight lipped about the development of the Nano hybrid, but we reported in January that it will likely be equipped with a "stop-start"system supplied by Bosch. This technology will disengage the engine when the Nano is stopped, resulting in a 5% increase in fuel economy.

The Nano is already the cheapest car money can buy, with a base price just south of $2,500. The hybrid variant is expected to be a few hundred dollars more expensive - which is to say that it will easily be the most affordable hybrid available. The European version is expected to hit the market in a couple years, but there's no word on when the Nano might make it stateside.

One wonders how successful the Nano would be in the States, where small cars only seem prevalent when gas prices soar.

Source: Left Lane News





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  1. By Dr. Ibringdoh Posted: 12/1/2009 1:21pm PST

    I wonder how this vehicle fairs in crash testing.
     
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  2. By Noel Park Posted: 12/1/2009 3:40pm PST

    As to small cars only being prevalent when gas prices soar, alas too true. On the other hand, it's gonna happen, sooner or later. Success and survival will go to those who are prepared.
    Frankly, these guys scare the h**l out of me. Although probably there is enough pent up demand in India to keep them busy for a few years.
     
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  3. By alan Posted: 12/11/2009 7:03am PST

    yeah but.... anyone in the US who is budget minded about a new car wouldn't be able to say no to this little gem. Especially when gas prices go up. I reckon it'll be a $4K or $5,000 new car here and I'll buy one if its available. As for costly repairs... I'll just trade it for another new one.
     
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  4. By bob Posted: 3/13/2010 10:38am PST

    Until an F-150 hits one and it crumples into chards of debris !
     
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