Electric Scooters in the 1 Lakh Range: A Comparison Between TVS Orbiter and Ola S1X
The electric scooter market in India is rapidly expanding, with two notable players making waves - Ola Electric and TVS. Let's take a closer look at the Ola S1X and TVS Orbiter, comparing their features, performance, and pricing.
The Ola S1X, a product of Ola Electric, offers a range of options catering to various needs and budgets. The base variant boasts a claimed range of 108 km, while higher versions can claim up to 176 km. The scooter has a top speed of 101 kmph and comes with reverse mode, TFT display, and multiple riding modes in higher trims. It also offers multiple battery options: 2 kWh, 3 kWh, and 4 kWh, with the base 2 kWh variant priced at ₹99,779 and entry-level trims starting from ₹69,999.
On the other hand, the TVS Orbiter is available as a single, fully-equipped variant. It has an IDC-certified range of 158 km on a single charge and is designed for calm city runs rather than expressway dashes. The top speed is capped at 68 kmph, and it takes just over four hours to charge to 80%. The Orbiter is priced at ₹99,900 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), including subsidies.
While the Ola S1X prioritizes tech features in higher trims, the TVS Orbiter focuses on practicality and consistency across its single variant. Some lower-priced variants of the Ola S1X lack USB charging, but it offers connected features in its higher trims.
It's worth noting that the company building the Ola S1X successor, priced at around 3 Lakhs in India and expected to be available later this year, is Ola Electric. As for other electric scooters from Ola Electric, such as the Roadster X, Adventure, S1 Z, and S1 Air, we currently don't have information about their range or performance.
In conclusion, both the Ola S1X and TVS Orbiter cater to different segments of the electric scooter market. The Ola S1X offers a range of options, tech features, and higher performance, while the TVS Orbiter focuses on practicality and consistency at a competitive price point.
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