Electric scooters in India are available in all shapes and sizes. To help you find the right one, we have compiled a list of the best electric scooters available in India right now. The list comprises e-scooters from established and new companies. These scooters are not only environment-friendly but have lower maintenance and running cost compared to their ICE variants. What’s more, some of the electric scooters, if not all, are now matching their petrol variants, and with government subsidies from the centre and state – subject to change, you can further bring the cost down. On that note, here are our top 10 electric scooters:

Best electric scooters you can buy in India

There are several types of electric scooters available in India, including some, which don’t even require you to have a license to drive. In this list, we have covered electric scooters that can handle the daily needs of an average scooter user in India. We have also made sure to include electric scooters targeting all price points so you can get one that fits your budget.

• Ather Energy 450x Gen 3
• Hero Electric Optima CX (Dual-battery)
• Bajaj Chetak
• Ola Electric S1 Pro
• Hero Vida V1
• TVS iQube ST
• Bounce Infinity E1
• Simple One
• Ampere Primus
• Okaya Faast F2F

 

1. Ather Energy 450x Gen 3

In July 2022, Ather Energy updated its flagship electric scooter with the third generation iteration, dubbed the Ather Energy 450x Gen 3. The scooter offers a more powerful electric motor that can produce an equivalent of 8.7 bhp of power and an ARAI-certified riding range of 146 km. Not only this, Ather’s already well-engineered scooter body is now even better-built thanks to an all-aluminium frame. It also gets a new tread profile for the tyres, as well as a new tyre pressure monitoring system accessory. Even its digital dashboard has been upgraded with more RAM to make operations smoother and easier. All things considered, the Ather 450x Gen 3 is arguably the best electric scooter that you can buy in India. From ride quality to build and overall experience, this is one of the most premium electric scooters on Indian roads right now.

Ather Energy 450x Gen 3 price in India, pros and cons

The Ather electric scooter is selling in India at Rs 1,37,612 onward (depending on the city of purchase).

Pros

• One of the most premium scooters
• Good riding range and speed
• Best-in-class features

Cons

• New generation is only an iterative upgrade
• Expensive

2. Hero Electric Optima CX (dual-battery)

Hero Electric, not to be confused with Hero Motocorp, is still one of the most recognisable names in the EV industry at the moment. Rightfully, the Sohinder Singh Gill-led company is one of the most popular when it comes to electric scooters on Indian roads, and one of the company’s most reliable workhorses is the Hero Electric Optima CX. We particularly recommend the dual-battery model of the scooter, which offers an excellent certified range of 140 km per charge cycle. It also has a detachable battery, which makes it even more convenient as you can charge the battery when at home — without needing a mobile charging station, necessarily. The scooter can travel at a peak speed of 45 kmph, thereby being rated as ideal for city commutes. You also get features such as a digital instrument cluster and a USB port for charging your mobile device, and regenerative braking for increasing your riding range.

Hero Electric Optima CX price in India, pros and cons

The EV is priced in India at Rs 77,490.

Pros

• Great riding range
• Detachable battery for charging
• Has all the essential features

Cons

• Charges slowly
• No cruise control

3. Bajaj Chetak

Bajaj Chetak was one of the most prominent and popular scooter brands in the past, and now the company is reviving it in its electric form. The scooter’s design is an amalgamation of its old heritage and new modern aesthetics, and it looks beautiful. Talking about the specs, it has a range of up to 108km with the battery rated to last for 70,000 kilometres or 7 years. The battery has a quick charging feature that can charge up to 25 percent in only an hour, with a full charge taking 5 hours. Its steel body is built to last and comes with IP67 water and dust-resistant rating. There’s no doubt it’s a premium scooter, but its price is still too steep.

Bajaj Chetak EV price in India, pros and cons

The Bajaj Chetak starts at a price of Rs 1,21,000 (ex-showroom)

Pros

• Good durability
• Charges fast
• Iconic brand

Cons

• Expensive
• Range limited for the price

4. Ola S1 and S1 Pro

Ola S1 didn’t get the start many were anticipating, but it’s still the strongest option out there at least on paper. The scooter is available in two different models: the Ola S1 and the Ola S1 Pro. The regular Ola S1 has an ARAI-certified range of 121 kilometres, while the Ola S1 Pro offers 181 kilometres range on a single charge. However, the real-world range is likely to be significantly less. Ola has clarified that the true range of the S1 Pro scooter is 135 km, which can only be achieved under certain conditions.

Similarly, the Ola S1 Pro has a top speed of 115 km/h and can do 0 to 40 in only 3 seconds, while the Ola S1 top out at 90 km/h and takes 3.6 seconds for the 0 to 40 acceleration. Both models come with several enticing features, including proximity unlock, a giant dashboard, voice control, multiple profiles, and more. The Ola S1 is available in 10 gorgeous colours, and the prices start at Rs 99,999. Despite the seemingly high price, it’s one of the best electric scooters that you can buy in India.

Ola S1 and S1 Pro price in India, pros and cons

The Ola S1 is priced at Rs 99,999, while the S1 Pro costs Rs 1,29,999.

Pros

• Good range
• Packed with features
• Among the most popular

Cons

• Many reports of quality issues
• Software on infotainment has glitches

5. Hero Vida V1

HereMotocorp’s sub-brand Vida earlier this month launched its first electric scooter named Vida V1. The scooter comes in two variants, Vida V1 Plus and Vida V1 Pro. Coming to the features and specs, both variants come with a top speed of 80 kmph but the V1 Pro can go from 0 to 40 kmph in 3.2 seconds while the V1 Plus takes 3.4 seconds for the same distance. As for the claimed range, the new EV two-wheelers will be able to deliver a range of 163 km and 143 km for V1 Pro and V1 Plus respectively. Running under the hood in both electric scooters is a portable battery pack that can be charged from 0 to 80 percent in less than 65 minutes. Furthermore, both the Vida V1 models come with a set of smart features such as parking assistance, location navigation, riding models, trip analytics and more all accessible via the 7-inch touch display.

Hero Vida V1 price in India, pros and cons

The Vida V1 Plus and V1 Pro come at an ex-showroom price of Rs 1,28,000 and Rs 1,39,000 respectively which includes the FAME II and state subsidy. Additionally, the reservation price is set at Rs 2,499.

Pros

• Portable battery for charging
• All round robust design
• Decent pickup times

Cons

• Range slightly on the lower side as compared to the competition
• Some may not find top speeds adequate

6. TVS iQube ST

The TVS iQube ST electric scooter stands out for looking more conventional, but that also comes with its own perks. For one, the iQube ST has one of the biggest boot spaces, capable of fitting two full-sized helmets to ensure safety for yourself and your companion. But, that’s not all. The scooter comes with a peak riding range of 145 km in economy mode, and 110 km in performance mode. When riding in the latter, the scooter can reach a pretty solid riding speed of 82 kmph, which makes it one of the best-performing electric scooters in the market. You also get a 7-inch touchscreen that offers Amazon Alexa voice assistant integration, music playback via Bluetooth, and even social media notifications on screen, while following all necessary safety measures to prevent you from being distracted. All things considered, the iQube ST from TVS is among the most robust and reliable electric scooters on the market, and it is even available in four colour variants!

TVS iQube ST price in India, pros and cons

The TVS iQube ST comes with a sticker price of Rs 1,09,256 in Delhi.

Pros

• Excellent range
• Rich set of features
• Four body colours

Cons

• Looks bulky
• Alexa can be patchy

7. Bounce Infinity E1

Bounce Infinity E1 has an interesting sale model, where even if you do not pay the full price, you can get the scooter at a much more affordable price — paired with the company’s Battery-as-a-service aka BAAS plans. The plans come with a monthly subscription cost starting at Rs 849 and a swappable battery option, which cost Rs 35 per swap. This brings the effective Bounce Infinity E1 price per KM down to Rs 0.65.

As for the features, the Bounce Infinity E1 has a single-charge range of up to 85km and a 65kmph top speed. There are three driving modes: Drag, Eco, and Power. The electric scooter also gets a 2kWhr 48V battery pack that is IP 67 rated and can be swapped out and charged anywhere. It supports a regenerative braking energy re-cooperation system as well. The scooter touts 12-inch tubeless tyres with disc brake and CBS.

Bounce Infinity E1 price in India, pros and cons

The Bounce Infinity E1 is retailing in India at Rs 68,999 (with battery) and Rs 36,099 (without battery).

Pros

• Cost
• Swappable battery
• Regenerative braking system

Cons

• Range is slightly on the lower side
• Inadequate battery capacity

8. Simple One

The Simple One is a brand-new electric scooter that boasts a slim and sporty design much like the Ather 450X and Hero Vida V1. After several delays, Simple One is now finally available to purchase through the company’s official website. As for the specifications and powertrain, the e-scooter packs in an 8.5kW motor which can provide a peak torque of 72Nm. Running under the hood is a 3.3kWh Lithium-ion battery and an additional removable battery under the seat taking the total capacity to 5kWh. The scooter is able to provide 212km of claimed range on a single charge. Apart from that, there are several handy features packed in as well such as a combi braking system, connectivity options, 7-inch TFT display, LED lighting, alloy wheels, disc brakes and many more.

Simple One price in India, pros and cons

The Simple One’s standard variant can be purchased for Rs 1,45,000 (ex-showroom) while the top model is available for Rs 1,50,000 (ex-showroom) in India.

Pros

• Distinctive look and design
• Good riding range
• Great set of features

Cons

• Inadequate under-seat storage
• Connectivity features could be inconsistent

9. Ampere Primus

The Ampere Primus is a stylish and sporty-looking electric scooter that has been recently launched in the Indian market. Packed inside the vehicle is a 4 kW motor that helps in achieving top speeds of 77 kmph and can accelerate from 0 to 40 kph in 4.2 seconds. Other than that, the Ampere Primus is powered by a 3kWh battery that is claimed to provide a range of 107km in Power mode on a single charge. The scooter comes with two riding modes, including City and Eco. Charging up the battery can take up to 5 hours using a 5A outlet. Coming to the features, Ampere packs in a digital instrument cluster, reverse mode, Bluetooth connectivity, and more.

Ampere Primus price in India, pros and cons

The Ampere Primus has been priced at Rs 1,10,000 (ex-showroom) in India

Pros

• Reverse mode
• Modern and flashy looks

Cons

• Slow charging speeds
• No swappable battery

10. Okaya Fast F2F

The Okaya Fast F2F is one of the most affordable electric scooters you can get on the market get right now. Running under the hood of the Fast F2F is an 800W BLDC hub motor that is capable of delivering top speeds of up to 55kmph, which may also vary depending upon the riding modes, namely Eco, City, and Sports. Coming with a claimed range of 80km, the battery can take up to 5 hours to charge from 0 to 100 percent using the bundled charger. Additional features include a remote key, digital instrument cluster, and LED headlamp among others.

Okaya Fast F2F price in India, pros and cons

The Okaya Fast F2F is available at starting price of Rs 83,999 (ex-showroom) in India

Pros

• One of the most affordable EVs
• Multiple riding modes

Cons

• No swappable battery
• Top speed may be inadequate for some