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| Bajaj RE60 | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Bajaj Auto |
| Also called | RE60 |
| Model years | 2013 |
| Assembly | 2+2[1] |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | LCV |
| Body style | monocoque |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 200cc |
| Transmission | manual, 4 geared |
| Dimensions | |
| Width | 1312 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm |
| Curb weight | 400kg |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | none |
| Successor | none |
The Bajaj RE60 is an inexpensive, rear-engined, four-passenger quadricycle[2][3] built by the Indian company Bajaj Auto and is aimed primarily at the Indian domestic market. The car was the first four-wheeler manufactured by Bajaj Auto, which was unveiled on 3 January 2012.[4] Bajaj RE60 was expected to challenge the Tata Nano in India.[5] However, the RE60 is not legally classified as a car and therefore cannot be sold to individuals.
On 22 May 2013, The Central Government legally classified it as a quadricycle.[2] It is unable to reach speeds of 90 km/h and is therefore only allowed to be used for commercial purposes to replace Auto rickshaws.[6]
History
In 2010, Bajaj Auto announced the cooperation with Renault and Nissan Motor to develop of a US$2,500 car, aiming at a fuel-efficiency of 30 kilometres per litre (85 mpg‑imp; 71 mpg‑US) (3.3 L/100 km), or twice an average small car, and carbon dioxide emissions of 100 g/km.[7][8]
Bajaj Auto first unveiled the Bajaj RE60 on 3 January 2012, at the 2012 Auto Expo in Delhi.[9] Bajaj Auto was best known for scooters and three-wheel auto-rickshaws, and is India’s second-largest two-wheeled vehicle maker and is a world leader in three-wheeled vehicles. RE60 is Bajaj’s first foray into the four-wheel market. At its unveiling, the company announced that the car had high fuel efficiency of 35 km/l (99 mpg‑imp; 82 mpg‑US) and low carbon dioxide emissions.[10] With a fare meter included in the base model’s dashboard, the firm is targeting auto-rickshaw drivers by offering a four wheeler as economical to run as a three-wheeler, but safer and more comfortable.[11]
Technical Specifications[12]
Bajaj RE60 is powered by a 200 cc single cylinder enginewit with a capability to generate power output of around 20 bhp. The four wheeler has a metal-polymer monocoque body due to which it weights 400 kg. Turning radius of the first four wheeler of Bajaj is 3.5m.
Plan
- Bajaj Auto plans to rollout 5000 units/month of its much-delayed four-seater "quadricycle" RE60 from Aurangabad Plant[13]
It is to be priced between Rs 1.25 lakh and Rs 2.5 lakh.[2]
References
- ^ "'RE60 developed in 4 years'". The Times of India. 4 January 2012. Retrieved 4 January 2012.
- ^ a b c "How Rajiv Bajaj created a quadricycle and why nobody likes him for it - Business Today". Businesstoday.intoday.in. 2013-09-29. Retrieved 2014-07-19.
- ^ "RE 60: Bajaj Auto unveils first four-wheeler; plans to target over 5 mn 3-wheelers". The Economic Times. 4 January 2012. Retrieved 4 January 2012.
- ^ "Bajaj RE60: Target audience of rickshaw drivers offer their review". NDTV. 4 January 2012. Retrieved 4 January 2012.
- ^ "Bajaj RE60 Vs Tata Nano Vs Maruti 800". 5 January 2012. cartradeindia.com. Retrieved 5 January 2012.
- ^ "Indian government releases draft notification on Quadricycles; Advantage Bajaj RE 60 - Indian Cars Bikes". Indiancarsbikes.in. Retrieved 2014-07-19.
- ^ "How green is my low-cost car? India revs up debate". ENN. 2008-06-19. Retrieved 2010-11-24.
- ^ "Bajaj small car may cost Rs 1.1 lakh - News - Zigwheels". Timesofindia.zigwheels.com. Retrieved 2010-11-24.
- ^ "2012 Auto Expo - Bajaj RE60 unveiled". 3 January 2012. Moneycontrol.com. Retrieved 5 January 2012.
- ^ "RE60: Bajaj Auto unveils Tata Nano rival". 3 January 2012. truthdive.com. Retrieved 5 January 2012.
- ^ "A Foothold Market -- In Rickshaws". Forbes.com. Retrieved 2011-01-13.
- ^ Staff (2015-10-12). "Upcoming Bajaj RE60 Car in India, Expected Launch Dates, Price". cartrade.com.
- ^ "Bajaj Auto plans to roll out 5,000 units of RE-60". economictimes.com. Retrieved 2013-04-14.