Best 20 electric scooter in India

• Many electric scooters are quickly becoming a very good alternative to petrol-powered scooters in India because of rising fuel prices and other factors. They are easy to maintain, environment-friendly, and good for your finances in the long run. Compared to the ICE (internal combustion engine) variants, e-scooters have a low maintenance cost. The government of India is also offering substantial subsidies on electric scooters. The goverment working towards making EVs as affordable as gasoline vehicles to push people towards a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• I have seen many electric scooters and doing research for my blog with more than 30 electric scooters which available in India.after the research, I'm able to short best 20 electric scooters that you should must consider before buying one.

1.TVS iQube

• One of the most recognisable two-wheeler brands in India TVS has also entered the electric scooter market. The company recently introduced three new electric scooters, namely TVS iQube, iQube S, and iQube ST. The TVS iQube S is the best option you can get among the variants. The iQube S scooter is powered by three Li-ion battery packs that come encased in a dust and water resistance aluminium casing with a 3 year/50,000 km warranty. Other highlights of the TVS iQube S electric scooter include 100km+ of range, 78kmph, a big dashboard, backward and forward park assist feature, gorgeous all-LED tail lamps, a USB-charing port for smartphones, and ample storage area. It is available only in White colour.
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SPECIFICATIONS:

• ★Ex-Showroom Price:➔₹87,691 - ₹1.18 lakhs
• ★Range:➔ 145 km/charge
• ★Maximum Speed:➔ 78 kmph
• ★Torque(Motor):➔33 Nm
• ★Motor Power:➔ 4.4 kW
• ★Battery:➔ 2.25 kWh lithium-ion
• ★Charging Time:➔ 4-5 hrs
• ★Motor Type:➔BLDC
• ★Front Brake:➔ Disc
• ★Rear Brake:➔ Drum
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PROS:

• ➔Good for city driving/smooth road
• ➔Big dashboard
• ➔Backward and forward park assist
• ➔Two riding modes:economy and power
• ➔0-40 kmph sprint is done is 4.2 seconds
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CONS:

• ➔ Only available in 30+ cities of India.
• ➔ Only available in one colour and one variant
• ➔ Price

2.Ola S1

• 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. The S1 comes in five different colours including white, yellow, blue, black and red. The Ola Electric S1 is powered by an electric motor that has a maximum performance of 8.5 kW and 58 Nm of maximum torque. The S1 can go from 0 to 40 kmph in just 3 seconds. It has a 2.98 kWh battery. The S1 has a top speed of 90 kmph with a claimed range of 121 kms on a single charge. The scooter can be charged for just 18 minutes to get a 75 km range using the fast charger. With a regular charger, the S1 can be charged 100 per cent in 4 hours 48 minutes. The Ola S1 has two riding modes – Normal and Sports. It also features Reverse Mode, in-built speakers, proximity sensors, and app compatibility.
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SPECIFICATIONS:

• ★Ex-Showroom Price:➔0.9 to 1.4 lakhs
• ★Range:➔ 181 km/charge
• ★Maximum Speed:➔ 115 kmph
• ★Torque(Motor):➔58 Nm
• ★Motor Power:➔ 8.5 kW
• ★Battery:➔ 3.97 kWh lithium-ion
• ★Charging Time:➔ 6-7 hrs
• ★Motor Type:➔Mid Drive IPM
• ★Front Brake:➔ Disc
• ★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
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PROS:

• ➔Good for city driving/smooth road
• ➔At Home Service
• ➔Made In India
• ➔Two riding modes:Normal and Sports
• ➔0 to 40 kmph in just 3 seconds
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CONS:

• ➔ Software glitches
• ➔ Battery failure
• ➔ Price

3.Ather 450X

• Ather from India introduced the 450 electric scooters that epitomised how the segment is likely to develop in the country. The company has since then come out with the upgraded Ather 450X model for buyers. This scooter features a 2.7kWh battery that promises a riding range of up to 116 km, depending on external conditions. The built-in battery takes around 5 hours to fully charge which is pretty decent for an EV bike or scooter these days. And your riding range is also dependent on how fast you are moving. The top speed notched by this best electric scooter is 80 kmph. Ather 450 and 450X score heavily because of their looks. The futuristic design adopted by the company has appealed to many buyers, who are willing to overlook the total cost of owning the scooter. The Ather 450X is a smart scooter with many features, like LED lights all around, connectivity, and smart features including built-in Google Maps navigation and digital document storage. These features are available on the 7-inch colour touchscreen powered by a 1.3 GHz Snapdragon processor and operate on an Android Open Source operating system. Bluetooth-based music and call controls are among its most recent developments. This model comes with a built-in 4G LTE SIM card.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• ★Ex-Showroom Price:➔1.17 - 1.39 Lakh
• ★Range:➔ 146 km/charge
• ★Maximum Speed:➔ 80 kmph
• ★Torque(Motor):➔26 Nm
• ★Motor Power:➔ 6.2 kW
• ★Battery:➔ 3.7 kWh lithium-ion
• ★Charging Time:➔ 5-6 hrs
• ★Motor Type:➔PMSM
• ★Front Brake:➔ Disc
• ★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
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PROS:

• ➔One Of The Fastest Scooter
• ➔Extremely agile handling
• ➔Decent range for everyday commutes
• ➔Two riding modes:economy and power
• ➔0-40 kmph sprint is done is 3.4 seconds
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CONS:

• ➔ Switchgear Quality Could have Been Better
• ➔ Not The Brightest Headlight
• ➔ Price

4.Simple One

• This electric scooter from Bangaluru-based EV company promises over 300km range with an additional battery pack that can be stored in the scooter’s boot. Without the additional battery, the Simple One can cover nearly of nearly 235km on a single charge. The two-wheeler packs a 1.6 kWh capacity battery pack and 8.5 kW motor, which is capable of producing 72Nm torque. The scooter also features 30L of boot storage, onboard navigation, riding modes, a phone app, call and music control, and much more. Simple Energy claims that the battery of the scooter can charge to 80 per cent from zero in 2.75 hours from a typical home charger. The Simple One electric scooter comes with a claimed torque of 72Nm from its 4.5kW motor. The One electric scooter offers four riding modes Eco, Ride, Dash and Sonic.
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SPECIFICATIONS:

• ★Ex-Showroom Price:➔1.10 - 1.45 Lakh
• ★Range:➔ 300+ km/charge
• ★Maximum Speed:➔ 105 kmph
• ★Torque(Motor):➔72 Nm
• ★Motor Power:➔ 8.5 kW
• ★Battery:➔ 4.8 kWh + 1.6 kWh lithium-ion
• ★Charging Time:➔ 4-5 hrs
• ★Motor Type:➔BLDC
• ★Front Brake:➔ Disc
• ★Rear Brake:➔ Disc
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PROS:

• ➔one of the quickest EV scooter you can buy in India
• ➔Looks modern with LED lights all around
• ➔Supports fast charging
• ➔200km+ real riding range is excellent
• ➔0-40 kmph sprint is done is 2.95 seconds
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CONS:

• ➔ Real world range limited to under 100km
• ➔ Size could have been bigger
• ➔ Price
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5.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 90 kilometres with the battery rated to last for 70,000 kilometres or 7 years. The battery comes with 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 an IP67 water and dust resistant rating. There’s no doubt that it’s a premium scooter.
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SPECIFICATIONS:

• ★Ex-Showroom Price:➔1.52 Lakh
• ★Range:➔ 95 km/charge
• ★Maximum Speed:➔ 63 kmph
• ★Torque(Motor):➔16 Nm
• ★Motor Power:➔ 4.08 kW
• ★Battery:➔ 3 kWh lithium-ion
• ★Charging Time:➔ 5 hrs
• ★Motor Type:➔BLDC
• ★Front Brake:➔ Disc
• ★Rear Brake:➔ Drum
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PROS:

• ➔ the ride quality is impressive
• ➔excellent look
• ➔Solid perimeter frame
• ➔Refined and smooth engine
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CONS:

• ➔ A range of 100+ km would have worked better
• ➔ Only available on sale in 20+ cities in India
• ➔ Price

6.Hero Electric Optima E2

• The Hero brand name alone guarantees that Hero Electric Optima E2 scooter will be reliable and fit for the normal Indian rider, reasonable for back roads. A 250w battery has a maximum speed of only 25kmph, but a 5-year battery guarantee allows customers to be more relaxed about the scooter’s life and support without incurring huge costs. The vehicle’s low cost and lightweight casing make it an ideal ride for customers.
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SPECIFICATIONS:

• ★Ex-Showroom Price:➔Rs.62,190 - 77,490
• ★Range:➔ 140 km/charge
• ★Maximum Speed:➔ 45 kmph
• ★Torque(Motor):➔140 Nm
• ★Motor Power:➔ 1.2 kW
• ★Battery:➔ 1.6 kWh lithium-ion
• ★Charging Time:➔ 4-5 hrs
• ★Motor Type:➔BLDC
• ★Front Brake:➔ Drum
• ★Rear Brake:➔ Drum
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PROS:

• ➔Good for city driving
• ➔Design has a wide appeal owing to conventional styling
• ➔Gets Telescopic Forks and Alloy Wheels
• ➔Quite well priced as compared to some of the rivals
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CONS:

• ➔ Ride quality could have been better
• ➔ Some owners have reported niggles with electricals

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