Model years 2013 | Also called RE60 Class Quadricycle Engine 216.6 cc | |
Bajaj Qute is a four-wheeler, launched by one of the largest Indian automotive companies - Bajaj Auto. It comes under a whole new category — the quadricycle. Quadricycles are European categories of four-wheeled microcars defined by limitations in terms of weight, power and speed. Bajaj Qute is a vehicle that carries the attributes of a three-wheeler as well as those of a car. It weighs under 450 kg, that is approximately 37% lighter than the smallest car in the Indian market. The company claims that being light in weight also makes it an energy efficient vehicle. It is a 4-wheeler with carbon emission of 66 g/km, which when compared to other 4-wheelers is on the lower side.
Contents
Like a car, it is spacious and has an enclosed body structure, giving the driver and passengers a comfortable and safe ride. Also, it has adequate space for luggage and runs at optimum restricted city speed, which provides safety for all.
Bajaj Qute, initially called the RE60, meets the European Standards and Guidelines of Quadricycle for quality and design. Its high-end technology equips it to run at a restricted speed of 70 km/h, while utilizing fuel as little as 1 liter for 36 km.
History
Bajaj Auto first unveiled the Bajaj Qute as the RE60 on 3 January 2012, at the 2012 Auto Expo in Delhi. Bajaj Auto is known for two wheelers and three-wheeled auto-rickshaws, and is India’s second-largest two-wheeled vehicle maker and is a world leader in three-wheeled vehicles. Qute is Bajaj’s first foray into the four-wheel market. At its unveiling, the company announced that the car had high fuel efficiency of 36 km/L (99 mpg-imp; 82 mpg-US) and low carbon dioxide emissions.
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.
Concept
The concept behind Qute is to make driving easy in cities which have lot of traffic. Bajaj claims there is patented fuel injected Digital Tri-spark ignition engine that delivers CO2 emissions of 66 g/km & a mileage of 36 km/L. Its restricted weight & speed of under 450 kg & 70 km/h respectively, is targeted at pedestrians, cyclists & 2-wheeler riders who represent the vast majority of traffic on Indian roads. Bajaj claims Qute to be the world’s first affordable quadricycle, thus designed specifically for intra-city travel.
Design
Bajaj Qute is designed to be compact, with a small turning circle radius of 3.5 m. A small turning radius is essentially kept to deliver benefit of easy moving in traffic conditions.
Technical specifications
Qute sits on a water-cooled Digital Tri-Spark ignition 4-valve engine and a closed loop fuel injection system. This helps it in delivering high performance in power and control.
Engine:
• Engine: 216.6cc CNG and LPG variants available
• Peak Power: 13.2 PS • Max Speed: 70 km/h
Capacity
• Passenger: 1D + 3
• Storage: Front: 60 Liters • Center: 95 Liters • Rear: 44 Liters
Dimensions
• Length: 2752 mm • Width: 1312 mm
• Height: 1652 mm • Wheel Base: 1925 mm
•Wheel Track: 1143 mm • Turning Circle Radius: 3.5 m
Transmission
Sequential gear shift like motorcycles
● Front : 5 gears • Reverse : 1 gear
Safety
Bajaj claims Its body is made of high strength steel and its monocoque construction gives Qute its structural integrity and sophisticated design. Besides meeting all the mandated safety requirements, Qute has undergone extensive testing and validation under widely varying operating and usage conditions. Qute comes with the following features which help in providing passenger safety:
Bajaj Qute received 1 star Euro NCAP rating.
Future Plan
With its user and commuter friendly features, Qute has proven itself to be a truly versatile city vehicle being used as tourist vehicles, passenger carriers and school transport vehicles in many international markets. Qute has now established itself in 16 countries, which include Turkey, Sri Lanka, Russia, Indonesia, Egypt, Fiji, Somalia and several others. Bajaj now has plans to launch the Qute in India for specific use as an urban city commute, intended for public transport purposes.