With rise in popularity and demand of E-Vehicles in India everyone is curious about owning one. Electric vehicles are really hot in India right now and even govt is pushing for this nature friendly alternative. So after watching countless review videos online and research we have complied a list of top e-scooters in India.
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1. Ola S1
Avg. Ex-showroom price ₹ 97,706
At least on paper, it’s still the best option available. The scooter is available in two models: the Ola S1 and the Ola S1 Pro. The standard Ola S1 has an ARAI-certified range of 121 kilometers on a single charge, while the Ola S1 Pro has an ARAI-certified range of 181 kilometers. In practice, though, the range is likely to be much narrower. According to Ola, the ultimate range of the S1 Pro scooter is 135 kilometers, which can only be achieved under certain conditions.
Similarly, the Ola S1 Pro has a max speed of 115 km/h and can accelerate from 0 to 40 in 3 seconds, whilst the Ola S1 has a top speed of 90 km/h and can accelerate from 0 to 40 in 3.6 seconds. Both versions provide a bevvy of attractive features like as proximity unlock, a large dashboard, voice control, multiple profiles, and more. The Ola S1 will be available in 10 gorgeous colors, and you can reserve one for Rs 499 right now. The Ola S1 will be priced at Rs 99,999, while the Ola S1 Pro will be priced at Rs 1,29,999. Despite its somewhat high price, it is one of the best electric scooters on the market in India.
| PROS | CONS |
| Feature-packed | Software glitches |
| Voice control | Battery failure |
| 135 km max range |
2. TVS iQube Electric
Avg. Ex-showroom price₹ 92,503
TVS, one of India’s most recognisable two-wheeler manufacturers, has joined the electric scooter industry. The TVS iQube Electric is a stylish scooter with a trendy style. It has a peak speed of 78 kilometres per hour and a range of 75 kilometres. It is powered by three Li-ion battery packs and is housed in a dust and weather resistant aluminium housing with a three-year/50,000-kilometer guarantee. This scooter’s attractions include a large dashboard, backward and forward park assist, stunning all-LED tail lighting, a USB charging station for cellphones, and plenty of storage space. The bike is available for booking for Rs 5,000, with on-road rates beginning at Rs 90,000.
| PROS | CONS |
| Big dashboard | 75km range |
| Backward and forward park assist | |
| 78 Kmph top speed |
3. Ather 450X
Avg. Ex-showroom price₹ 1,40,289
The Ather 450X is yet another luxury electric scooter with a contemporary look and amenities. It boasts a large 7-inch LCD dashboard for navigation, audio playback, and even accepting or rejecting calls. It has an 80 km/h peak speed and can accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in 3.3 seconds.
Ather 450X also has a reasonable range of 118 kilometers. The scooter also has an IP67 water-resistant aluminum cast for housing the battery, a centrally located mono-shock suspension system, two-disc brakes, reverse assist, in-built auto cut-off & surge protection, and other features. However, the scooter is not inexpensive. In Mumbai, it costs Rs 1.29 lakh (ex-showroom, after incentives).
| PROS | CONS |
| IP67 certified | Pricey |
| 118 km range | |
| Mono-shock suspension |
4. Simple One
Avg. Ex-showroom price ₹ 1.10 Lakh – ₹ 1.45 Lakh
The Simple One is a stunning electric scooter with a clean, modern look. It is a luxury electric car built in India with excellent characteristics. The scooter has a range of 236 kilometers, which is one of the longest we’ve seen on an electric scooter. It has a peak speed of 135 km/h and a 0 to 40 acceleration time of 2.95 seconds. It has remote access, geo-fencing, a sophisticated touchscreen dashboard, 30 liters of boot capacity, and other features. It comes in four stunning colors, and you can pre-order it today for a refundable deposit of Rs 1,947. If the firm can live up to all of its claims, it will be one of the finest, if not the best, electric scooters available in India.
There is also a new edition of the scooter with an extra battery back and a range of more than 300km. It costs Rs 1.44 lakhs in India. The electric scooter will be available for purchase in June.
| PROS | CONS |
| 236km range | Could be noisier than the belt drive system |
| 135 kmph top speed | |
| Remote access |
5. Hero Electric Photon
Avg. Ex-showroom price₹ 80,884
The Hero Electric Photon has a retro-chic atmosphere and a classy hero design with delicate lines. It has a peak speed of 45 kilometers per hour and a range of 108 kilometers. This scooter has a digital instrument cluster, telescopic suspension, alloy wheels, a detachable battery, an LED headlight, a remote lock and anti-theft alarm, regenerative braking, and other features.
The Hero Electric Photon may not be as technologically sophisticated as some of the other motorcycles on our list, but it nails the fundamentals. Prices begin at Rs 74,240. It’s one of the greatest electric scooters to buy in India right now at this pricing.
| PROS | CONS |
| Affordable | Top speed |
| Telescopic suspension | |
| Anti-theft alarm |
6. Bajaj Chetak
Avg. Ex-showroom price₹ 1,42,297
Bajaj Chetak was formerly one of the most important and popular scooter brands, and the business is now resurrecting it in an electric form. The scooter’s design is a stunning fusion of its historic heritage and contemporary modern aesthetics. In terms of specifications, it has a range of 90 kilometers and a battery life of 70,000 kilometers, or 7 years. The battery has a rapid charging capability that allows it to charge up to 25% in an hour, with a full charge requiring 5 hours. Its steel body is made to survive and is water and dust resistant to IP67 standards. Although there is no denying that it is a luxury scooter, the ex-showroom price of Rs 1,41,400 is very high.
| PROS | CONS |
| IP67 certfied | Price |
| Quick charge | Range |
| Three driving modes |
7. Hero Electric Optima LA
This scooter is discontinued as of 2021.
At Rs 47,490, the Hero Electric Optima LA is one of the brand’s most cheap electric scooters in India (ex-showroom Delhi). It has a 250W hub motor with a peak speed of 25kmph. This electric scooter does not require a license to ride due to its low peak speed. The motor is connected to a lead-acid battery, which has a claimed range of roughly 50 kilometers.