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Affordable Electric Scooters Under 1 Lakh
Electric scooters are gaining popularity in India as they are a more sustainable and efficient mode of transport than petrol scooters. They are also more affordable than cars. In this article, we will take a look at the top 7 Affordable electric scooters that are available in India for under 1 lakh.
Electric scooters are a great option for those who are looking for an economical and eco-friendly mode of transport. They are also easier to maintain than petrol scooters. If you are looking for an affordable electric scooter, then this list will help you narrow down your option
1. Hero Electric Optima
The price of Hero Electric Optima is around 85,000/- which might vary slightly depending on the state of residence of the owner.
In the list of Top 7 affordable electric scooters Coming first is the Hero Electric Optima. With a battery capacity of 51.2V / 30Ah, this scooter provides a range of up to 140 km on a single charge with the top speed being 45km/hr. This scooter has a stylish body with a digital display. The battery takes around 4-5 hours to charge fully and can be charged at home or on E-petrol pumps. The high range of this scooter is the reason why this is ranked so high on our list.
2. OLA S1 Electric
The price of OLA S1 Electric starts at 79,999/-
The next position in our ranking of the top 7 electric scooters under 1 lakh is secured by the OLA S1 Electric. This scooter boasts an enormous range of 128 km while having 95km/hr as its peak speed. Although it is mentioned as the peak speed, various sources have tested this under real-life conditions and it failed to sustain the top speed. The OLA S1 Electric comes equipped with a TFT display, smartphone connectivity, riding mode, reverse mode, side stand alert, OTA updates, audio playing, remote boot lock and unlock, navigation, and predictive maintenance.
Customers are however advised to consider other safer options as there have been multiple cases of this scooter catching fire.
3. Ampere Magnus EX
Priced at around 81,500rs is the Ampere Magnus Ex.
This scooter offers a long range of up to 121 km on a single charge and has a top speed of 55km/hr. Even though the company claims 5 hours as the charging time, various sources found out that it takes around 6-7 hours to charge completely. The wheel size of this scooter is 10 inches as compared to the 12 inches of a standard electric scooter. Although this scooter offers a long range it does not have any other additional features to justify the 81,500rs price mark. Another thing that should be considered is that this scooter is not available in all areas and the service centers are limited.
4. Hero Electric Photon
Hero Electric Photon scooter is priced at 81,000/- for the base model.
Another contender from Hero is the Hero Electric Photon which offers a Long range of 108 kilometers. The 1.87 kWh battery can charge completely in around 5 hours and this battery enables this scooter to go up to speeds of 45km/hr which is not that high but considering the range of this scooter it is a fair limit. Even though this is an electric scooter it comes with classic vintage looks as it has a stunning exterior with curved edges and a LED headlamp and alloy wheels. Features like telescopic suspension, an anti-theft alarm, and an intelligent digital instrument cluster are also included.
5. Okinawa praise
The Okinawa praise is another option buyers can consider as it is priced at just above 80,000rs and comes with great features.
This scooter is both premium and powerful with its 72V/ 45Ah battery, it is capable of going speeds up to 75 km/hr while covering a range of 88 kilometers on a single charge. The charging time of this scooter is surprisingly low and takes only around 2-3 hours to get it to full charge.
This scooter comes with an anti-theft sensor, keyless entry, and find-my scooter which make it one of the most secure scooters on this list. The addition of dual disk brakes is another addition to the premium tag of this scooter.
6. Bounce Infinity E1
Starting at an affordable price of just 70,000rs the Bounce infinity E1 is one of the best mainstream budget-friendly scooters.
This scooter is one of the first in India to offer a Battery as a service option which means that you can buy this scooter without the battery and charger for 45,000rs and instead take a monthly subscription plan. The scooter comes with a 1.9 kWh battery which is good for 85 kilometers on a single charge and takes around 4-5 hours to recharge. The highest speed of this scooter is 65km/hr which is very good considering the budget segment. Features like anti-theft and an inbuilt tracker are considered premium but are still present in this budget-friendly scooter.
7. TVS IQube Electric
TVS iQube Comes with a 93,000 starting price.
Fourth on the list of electric scooters under 1 lakh is the TVS iQube Electric. This scooter has can be considered an average scooter as it does not have any superior functionality to the ones listed above. The reason for this ranking 5th on this list is the legacy of the company TVS which is one of the oldest manufacturers of two-wheelers. The TVS iQube Electric comes equipped with a 3.04 kWh battery which takes around 5 hours to charge after providing a range of 75 kilometers while going at a maximum speed of 78km/hr. The TVS iQube Electric comes with additional features like parking assist, a large dashboard, and comfortable storage which get it closer to justifying the 93,000 starting price.
Conclusion
This list ranks the top 7 affordable electric Scooters under 1 lakh. The ranking of these scooters is done based on the maximum range that they can cover. e-vehicleinfo.com does not claim the correctness of these facts and the customers are advised to confirm the details of the product they wish to buy with an authorized dealer.
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