Key Highlights
- India has witnessed massive growth in EV space
- Electric scooters are turning out to be major contributors
- Multiple new electric scooters have debuted in the last few years in India
The electric scooter market is witnessing some rapid growth in India. Automotive giants are not only transitioning in this space but consistently adding on new budget options for consumers. If you consider options, there are a plethora of models that can be purchased under budget. We have picked the best budget electric scooters in India that are available in 2023 below Rs. 1.50 lakh in the country.
Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter
Bajaj’s legendary two-wheeler scooter made a comeback in an all-electric avatar and is one of the best premium range electric scooters available under Rs. 1.5 lakh.
- Is powered by a 3.8 kW electric motor
- Packed with a 3kWh battery module
- The battery gets IP67 protection
- Can deliver up to 95 km per charge range
- Dual riding modes including Sport and Eco
- Reverse assist mode available
- Price starts at Rs. 1.21 lakh
Ather 450X Electric Scooter
Ather has emerged as one of the most popular in the electric scooter market with the launch of the Ather 450X electric scooter. Recently, the brand launched the cheapest Ather 450X model priced below Rs. 1 lakh. The high-end models can also be purchased for under Rs. 1.5 lakh.
- Gets power from a 6.2kW electric motor
- Uses a 3.7 kWh li-ion battery
- Attains up to 90 kmph top speed
- Standard battery charging times up to 15 hours
- Multiple riding modes along with reverse parking assist feature
- Price starts at Rs. 98,079
Hero Vida V1 Electric Scooter
Hero is another popular two-wheeler automobile brand in India which has ventured into the EV space with multiple electric scooters. The Hero Vida V1 is a powerful option for budget consumers which recently has been made available for purchase via e-commerce giant Flipkart.
- Comes in two different options
- Is powered by a 3.44 kWh/ 3.92 kWh battery module
- Both Vida V1 electric scooter variants can reach up to 80 kmph top speed
- Base model offers up to 143 km per charge range
- Top-end model offers up to 165 km per charge range
- Multiple riding modes available with this electric scooter too
- Price starts at Rs. 1.28 lakh in India
TVS iQube Electric Scooter
The TVS iQube electric scooter takes the spot in the list of best affordable electric scooters under Rs. 1.5 lakh in India for offering value-for-money features and reliable riding experience.
- Powered by a 4.4 kW electric motor
- Battery capacity is 2.25 kWh
- Offers around 75 km per charge range
- Top speed offered is up to 78 kmph
- Q-park feature for easy parking
- Available starting at Rs. 99,130
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Simple Energy One Electric Scooter
Simple Energy One is one of the oldest launches in this list but is still considered to be amongst the top contenders in the budget electric scooter race. This electric scooter is also available under Rs. 1.50 lakh and offers a plethora of features for better ride quality.
- Runs on a 4.8 kWh removable battery module
- 7 kWh motor capacity
- Offers up to 236 km per charge range
- Can offer up to 105 kmph top speed
- Available starting at Rs. Rs. 1.10 lakh in India