Electric scooters are becoming favourites amongst daily commuters, as they are cheaper to run, easy to charge and easy on the environment than petrol scooters.
And the best part is that you don’t need to spend too much to own one.
Here are five best e-scooters under Rs 1 lakh:
1. TVS iQube
The iQube is TVS’s smart and stylish e-scooter which starts at Rs 94,434. This smart scooter can go up to 94 km on a single charge and reach speeds of 75 km/h. It takes about 2 hours 45 minutes to charge to 80% and with features like turn-by-turn navigation, digital TFT screen, 30L of under seat storage and an anti-theft alarm, it is packed with tech and safety.
2. Vida V2 Plus
Vida V2 Plus starts at Rs 92,800. This e scooter from Hero’s electric brand VIDA comes with removable 3.4 kWh batteries and has a range of 143 km. It is quick too as it goes 0-40 km/h in just 3.4 seconds. It has 3 modes like Eco, City, and Sports, plus a 7-inch touch display and keyless entry, this one feels premium yet practical that accommodates your pocket.
3. Ampere Magnus Neo
Magnus Neo is a value-for-money scooter for everyday use and starts at Rs 84,999. This e scooter has a top speed of 65 km/h and runs on a strong LFP battery with a warranty of 75,000 km, which is known as the best in its class. Ampere says it can save you over Rs 2 lakh compared to petrol scooters over time.
4. Kinetic Green Zing
Kinetic Green Zing is one of the most budget-friendly of the lot and starts at Rs 75,900. The Zing can run up to 100 km, but with a modest top speed of 25 km/h. It is specially designed for short city commutes and has a compact 1.7 kWh battery that charges in about 3 hours. Perfect for those who need a basic and affordable electric scooter.
5. Hero Electric Optima
One of the most popular electric scooters in India is the Hero Electric Optima which starts at Rs 83300 and offers a decent 2 kWh battery with digital features like a speedometer, trip meter, USB charging port and drive mode lock. With safety features like a combi-brake system and battery safety alarm, it is a reliable pocket friendly e-scooter for daily commutes.