Tata Pixel Specification, Features And Review

The Tata Pixel is a, rear-engined, four-passenger City Car Concept which was unveiled on 1st March 2011 by Tata Motors at 81st International Motor show at Geneva and is aimed primarily at the European market. It is based on Tata Nanoplatform.

Manufacturer	Tata Motors
Class	City Car Concept
Body Style	4-Door
Layout	RR Layout
Transmission	4 speed synchromesh with overdrive in 4th
Wheelbase	2,230mm
Length	3,099mm
Width	1,495mm
Height	1,652mm
Kerb Weight	600-635 kg

Features

Tata Pixel concept have following features :-

Zero Turn Drive

Pixel is able to maneuver and park in the tightest of spaces thanks to its innovative Zero Turn toroidal traction-drive Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT) and a unique steering system. This results is a turning circle radius of just 2.6 meters.

Low Carbon Footprint and High Fuel Efficiency

Pixel features Start Stop hybrid and regenerative braking system, with a fuel efficient and low emission diesel engine. It has CO2 emissions of just 89 gm/km and combined cycle fuel economy of 3.4 litres/100km.

Design

Pixel features full panoramic roof giving it spacious feel, diamond shaped window graphic and forward sweeping roof line. It also features a ‘Scissor’ door system for easy access and visibility.

My Tata Connect

“My Tata Connect” is a platform which provides seamless integration of smart phones or tablet with the vehicle’s infotainment system and also allows the user to control the key functions of the car.

Technical specifications:

The Pixel is a 35 PS (26 kW; 35 hp) car with a three-cylinder 1200 cc rear engine.

Engine:	3 cylinder diesel with Bosch multi-point fuel injection (single injector) all aluminium66 horsepower (49 kW) 1,200 cc (73 cu in)
	Value Motronic engine management platform fromBosch
	3 valves per cylinder overhead camshaft
	Compression ratio: 9.5:1
	bore × stroke: 73.5 mm (2.9 in) × 73.5 mm (2.9 in)
	Power: 66 PS (49 kW; 65 hp) @ 5250 rpm
	Torque: 48 N·m (35 ft·lbf) @ 3000 +/-500 rpm
Layout and Transmission	Rear wheel drive
	4-speed manual transmission
Steering	mechanical rack and pinion w/o servo
	Turning radius: 2.6 metres
Performance	Acceleration: 0-60 km/h (37 mph): 8 seconds
	Maximum speed: 105 km/h (65 mph)
	Fuel efficiency (overall): 29.6 kilometres per litre (3.4 litres per 100 kilometres (83 mpg-imp; 69 mpg-US))
Body and dimensions	Seat belt: 4
	Trunk capacity: 150 L (5.3 cu ft)
Suspension, Tires & Brakes	Front brake: 180 mm drum
	Rear brake: 180 mm drum
	Front track: 1,325 mm (52.2 in)
	Rear track: 1,315 mm (51.8 in)
	Ground clearance: 180 mm (7.1 in)
	Front suspension: McPherson strut with lower A arm
	Rear suspension: Independent coil spring
	15-inch wheels

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