The EV segment in the country has really taken off over the last five years, with more players entering the electric two-wheeler market. The Indian government has also introduced several subsidy schemes, such as the FAME II (soon-to-be FAME III), for faster adoption of electric and hybrid vehicles. Besides subsidies, electric scooters offer several benefits over their traditional two-wheeler counterparts, such as zero emissions and no fuel costs. You can easily charge the batteries and enjoy riding ranges of up to 220 km per charge.
That said, the riding range – and hence, the e-scooter’s performance – largely relies on its battery pack. The best battery scooters house potent batteries that offer a riding range between 120 km and 200 km. Furthermore, you can quickly refill the tank in 4-8 hours. Thus, you can use these scooters for long commutes and charge them overnight. The best battery scooters also come with impressive feature packages, resulting in their incredible all-round performance.
We highlight some of the best battery scooters on the market, and if you are considering buying a new EV, you can peruse this list.
Ola S1 Pro
The Ola S1 Pro is one of the most powerful e-scooters available on the market. It carries a 4 kWh battery pack paired with an 11 kW motor, allowing you to accelerate from 0 to 40 kmph in just 2.6 seconds. This battery offers a stupendous riding range of 195 km on a full charge, while you can clock up to 120 kmph – a segment-best – while riding on highways. The Cruise Control option offers greater convenience as you can keep cruising without throttle input.
Undoubtedly one of the best battery scooters available, this EV reserves its power while riding in Normal Mode. In this mode, you get a claimed range of 135 km per charge, while in the Eco Mode, you get up to 180 km per charge. Furthermore, with Ola S1 X and S1 Air, you get a claimed range of 151 km per single full charge.
Simple One
When it comes to pure power, the Simple One model does not fall behind any other EV. It comes with an impressive feature suite consisting of a 7-inch TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth support, all-LED lighting, and a combined braking system. However, its highlight is its powertrain, which comprises a dual-battery setup with a total capacity of 5 kWh and an 8.5 kW motor (peak output).
This best battery scooter delivers a peak torque of 72 Nm while clocking speeds of up to 105 kmph. Coming to the riding range, you can cover a distance of 212 km on a single full charge, making it the segment leader. Once the battery begins to drain, you can charge it back from 0 to 80% in less than six hours.
Ather 450X
The Ather 450X comes in two variants – one with a battery capacity of 2.9 kWh, which offers a riding range of 111 km per charge, and the other with a capacity of 3.7 kWh. The top-spec variant delivers a riding range of 150 km per charge. In terms of TrueRange, the 2.9 kWh model boasts a range of 90 km per charge, and the higher battery capacity variant provides a TrueRange of 110 km per charge.
Thus, regardless of the variant you pick, you will clock at least 90-100 km once the battery is fully charged. The two-wheeler also offers a top speed of 90 kmph, while it has an incredible pick-up, accelerating from 0 to 40 km in just 3.3 seconds. One of the best battery scooters found in showrooms, this EV is paired with a motor that generates a nominal power of 3 kW and a peak power of 6.4 kW.
TVS iQube
TVS is one of the most reputed brands offering conventional two-wheelers in the Indian market. The company launched the TVS iQube when it entered the EV market and has since become a top seller in the segment. Ranked among the best battery scooters, this two-wheeler comes with a silent hub motor with a peak power output of 4.4 kW. This motor is paired with two Li-ion battery packs that are IP67-rated.
TVS iQube comes in three variants. The standard and mid-spec models get a battery pack with a capacity of 3.04 kWh, while the top-spec ST variant houses a large 4.56 kWh battery. The base and mid-spec models can clock speeds of up to 78 kmph and offer a riding range of 100 km in Eco Mode and 75 km in Power Mode. On the other hand, the ST variant offers an impressive riding range of 145 km in Eco Mode and 110 km per charge in Power Mode.
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