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Tata Pixel

Rear-engined four-passenger city car manufactured by Tata Motors

Summary

Rear-engined four-passenger city car manufactured by Tata Motors

Field	Value
sp	uk
doors	Scissor
name	Tata Pixel
manufacturer	Tata Motors
class	City car (A)
body_style	3-door hatchback
layout	RR layout
engine	1.2L I3
transmission	CVT toroidal traction-drive
wheelbase	2230 mm
length	3099 mm
width	1495 mm
height	1652 mm
weight	600 kg–635 kg

The Tata Pixel was a concept rear-engined four-passenger city car, unveiled on 1 March 2011 by Tata Motors at the 81st International Motor Show in Geneva. Aimed primarily at the European market, it was primarily based on the Tata Nano platform.

History

The Tata Pixel is based upon the Nano Europa concept which was first shown at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. Complying to the Europa concept, Nano was upgraded to meet EU safety and emission standards. The concept had undergone a series of improvements over the standard Nano, including an extended wheelbase, a new 3-cylinder engine, power steering, an anti-lock braking system (ABS), an improved interior and exterior and it was also heavier than the standard Nano.

Features

The Tata Pixel concept includes the following features

Zero Turn Drive

The Tata Pixel is able to maneuver and can be parked in tight spaces due to the zero turn toroidal traction-drive, Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT), and due to its steering system design. This results in a turning circle radius of 2.6 meters. The steering and the transmission work together so that each wheel is driven independently with inputs from the steering system. By applying reverse drive on a single rear wheel and forward drive on a single front wheel, the car is able to turn almost in its own length.

Low Carbon Footprint and High Fuel Efficiency

The Tata Pixel features a start stop hybrid and regenerative braking system, with a fuel efficient and low emission diesel engine. It has emissions of 89 gm/km and combined cycle fuel economy of 1 litre/100 km.

Design

The Tata Pixel features a monographic roof, silver shaped window graphic and forward sweeping roof line. It also features 2 scissor doors for easy access and visibility.

My Tata Connect

"My Tata Connect" is a platform which provides integration of smart phones or tablet with the vehicle's information, and entertainment system and also allows the user to control the key functions of the car.

Technical specifications

The Pixel is a 66 PS car with a three-cylinder 1200 cc rear engine.

15-inch wheels

Supplier	Part/system
Texspin	Clutch Bearings
Bosch	Oxygen sensor, Gasoline injection system (diesel will follow), starter, alternator, brake system
Continental AG	Gasoline fuel supply system, fuel level sensor
Caparo	Inner structural panels
HSI AUTO	Static sealing systems (Weather Strips)
Delphi	Instrument cluster
Denso	Windshield wiper system (single motor and arm)
FAG Kugelfischer	Rear-wheel bearing
Federal-Mogul	Pistons, Piston rings, Spark plugs, Gaskets, Systems protection
Ficosa	Rear-view mirrors, interior mirrors, manual and CVT shifters, washer system
Freudenberg	Engine sealing
GKN	Driveshafts
INA	Shifting elements
ITW Deltar	Outside and inside door handles
Johnson Controls	Seating
Mahle	Camshafts, spin-on oil filters, fuel filters and air cleaners
Saint-Gobain	Glass
TRW	Brake system
Ceekay Daikin/Valeo	Clutch sets
Vibracoustic	Engine mounts
Visteon	Air induction system
ZF Friedrichshafen AG	Chassis components, including tie rods
Behr	HVAC for the luxury version
Dürr	Lean Paint Shop

References

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(3 March 2011). "Tata Pixel with 1.2 Liter TDI - TDIClub Forums". Forums.tdiclub.com.
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