Category: Auto Tech

Key Highlights

• E-scooter market has grown significantly in 2024
• Family segment e-scooters have been in demand
• Ather, Bajaj, Hero have introduced new family electric scooters in 2024

2024 is all about to wrap up and this year has been all happening for EV brands. Homegrown E2W startups have seen a significant boost in business this year. Both electric scooters and electric motorcycles have been in demand crediting the cheaper mobility solution. In this article, we have mentioned the best family segment electric scooters that have been launched in India in 2024:

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Ather Rizta

One of the best family scooter models that has been launched earlier this year is the Rizta. Ather Energy’s first e-scooter model targeting the family audience with its comfortable riding facilities. The Rizta Z and the Rizta S are the two variants of this family scooter equipped with 2.9 kWh and 3.9 kWh battery pack options respectively. What makes the Rizta an ideal family scooter is the large single-piece seat, ample storage (under seat and front floorboard), and efficient range delivery of up to 160 km on a full charge.

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Hero Vida V2

Hero MotoCorp recently updated its only e-scooter lineup, the Vida with the launch of the V2 series. The successor to the popular Vida V1 lineup has emerged as a solid family e-scooter option in the Indian market. Introduced in three different variants including the Vida V2 Lite, Vida V2 Plus, and the Vida V2 Pro, the latest e-scooter lineup is also an affordable option for the family-segment consumers starting under Rs. 1 lakh. The Vida V2 series is equipped with battery capacity ranging between 2.2 kWh to 3.9 kWh and can offer a claimed range delivery of up to 165 km.

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Bajaj Chetak 35 Series

This is another new e-scooter lineup which has been introduced recently in India. Bajaj Chetak 35 series is launched in three variants with all the models utilizing a new frame, motor, and controller. The Chetak 35 series comes with only subtle design updates with an increased wheelbase and also the floorboard area. A 3.5 kWh battery pack linked to a 4kW PMSM electric motor powers the Chetak 35 series. This family e-scooter is capable of reaching a maximum distance of up to 153 km per charge.

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Honda Activa e

India’s favourite family scooter, the Activa has finally arrived in an electric version in India. Called the Activa e, the first e-scooter model from the company brings familiarity of ICE variant in an updated avatar. Th Activa e not only offers a greener mobility solution but is also equipped with advanced features. One of the unique aspects being offered by the Activa e electric scooter is the dual swappable battery setup. Also, the Activa e doesn’t support external charging and only the comes with the battery swapping option. With the dual 1.5 kWh battery packs, the Activa e can offer a range of up to 102 km per charge. Honda hasn’t started with the deliveries of the Activa e and is expected to make it available from next year.

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Honda QC1

Honda’s second electric scooter, the QC1 is also another suitable contender in the list of best family e-scooters launched in 2024. Based on the same platform as the Activa e, the QC1 also brings along a comfortable ride experience at affordable rates. The QC1 features a fixed battery setup and has just a single 1.5 kWh battery unit as its driveforce. The Honda QC1 offers a slightly lower range than the Activa e since it packs a single battery. However, the 80 km range it is claimed to deliver meets the requirements of daily commuters.

Key Highlights

• MG Cyberster India-bound variant coming in January 2025
• Could be showcased at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
• Powertrain revealed ahead of debut
• To be sold as a CBU unit

JSW MG Motor India is ready to embark on a new EV journey starting next year. And the debutant EV from the brand will be a sports electric car, the Cyberster EV. The much awaited electric four wheeler from MG is expected to be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025. Before its debut, MG has revealed the powertrain of the upcoming sports electric car.

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MG Cyberster EV Motor, Battery Specs Revealed

MG Cyberster EV	Powertrain
Drivertrain	AWD
Motor	liquid-cooled dual motor setup
Power	510 hp
Torque	725 Nm
Battery	77 kWh
Range	580 km

JSW MG Motor India has just confirmed the powertrain details of the Cyberster sports electric car. The company is bringing this electric car as a CBU (Completely Built Up) unit integratd with the same powertrain as the international model.

The Cyberster EV will be equipped with a dual AWD motor setup mounted on each axle. This dual oil-cooled motor packs will help the sports EV to produce up to 510 hp of peal power and up to 725 Nm of peak torque.

MG has firther revealed the Cyberster EV will be using a 77 kWh battery pack and claiming it will deliver up to 580 km range as per CLTC cycle. However, the real world range is could vary. This sports electric car will make a sprint from 0- 100 kmph within 3.2 seconds and deliver a top speed of up to 195 kmph.

Currently, the developments only hints at the arrival of AWD variant. The company might also introduce the Cyberster EV’s RWD variant as well. But by when this model will be launched is uncertain.

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New MG Electric MPV Debuting Alongside

Alongside the Cyberster EV, MG Motor India is also planning to introduce another EV model. The company is expected to launch the Mifa 9 MPV. This e-MPV will be showcased at the Bharat Mobility Expo. Details are expected to be confirmed around the same timeline.

Key Highlights

• Ola Electric introduces new S1 Pro Sona Edition
• Comes equipped with 24K real gold elements
• Customers can win a chance to get the S1 Pro Edition for free

Ola Electric despite all the roller coster ride with its business operations and consumer complaints isn’t stopping from surprising its customers. The Bengaluru-based startup earlier introduced its new range of last mile e-scooters powered by the advanced Bharat Cell batteries. And now, it has come with a special edition variant of the S1 Pro loaded with real 24K gold elements along with a chance to win it for free. The limited-edition variant introduced is the Ola S1 Pro Sona Edition. What is special about this new Ola S1 Pro model and how can you win it for free? Let’s dive into the details:

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Ola S1 Pro Sona Edition With 24K Real Gold: Highlights

Ola Electric has launched the new S1 Pro Sona Edition e-scooter. This limited edition electric scooter’s special highlight is the use of real 24k gold elements as a part of the design. The S1 Pro Sona Edition has been equipped with real 24K gold elements.

The gold plating has ben used on different body parts of the e-scooter. Right from the front brake levers to the rear view mirrors to footpegs, pillion grab rail, and side stand gets the 24K gold plating. This S1 Pro model has the same design as the outgoing model but only has the gold plated design elements and a new paint scheme.

This e-scooter comes in pearl-white color combined with beige elements highlighting the dual-shade gold theme. Even the Ola and the Sona badging have been inscribed in golden shade. Another key design highlight of the S1 Pro Sona Edition is the seat which is dark beige in color and uses Nappa leather material with gold thread stitching in Zari thread.

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How To Win Ola S1 Pro Sona Edition For Free?

The Ola S1 Pro Sona Edition is a limited edition model which is being made available across all major dealerships The company is hosting s special contest where customers will get a chance to win this electric scooter for free. For this, interested customers will need to upload a post on social media with the S1 Pro outside an authorized Ola showroom along with #OlaSonaContest hashtag. The company will then select the winners via scratch competition at the Ola showrooms. The winners will be selected on December 25.

Key Highlights

• Maruti starts teasing e Vitara ahead of its launch
• Expected to debut at Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025
• Might arrive with dual battery pack options
• Is the production-ready variant of the eVX concept

Maruti Suzuki is all set to commence its EV venture in India. The first offering from the company is the e Vitara which has been teased earlier as the eVX concept. Maruti recently confirmed its plans to bring the e Vitara by 2025 in India and now have started teasing its upcoming electric SUV online. The first set of teasers of the India-bound e Vitara comes right before its debut which is scheduled for the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025.

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India-Bound Maruti Suzuki e Vitara Officially Teased

Maruti Suzuki has already showcased the e Vitara in Milan recently and now is bringing it finally to the Indian shores. Ahead of its unveiling, the e Vitara has been teased officially confirming its debut soon in the country. Maruti is set to introduce the e Vitara during the upcoming Bharat Mobility Global Expo which is starts on January 17, 2025. With just a few weeks left for its unveiling, Maruti is expected to drop in frequent teasers revealing details about its first BEV (born electric vehicle).

In its latest teaser, Maruti has give the glimpse of the e Vitara’s final production-ready design which is almost the same as the eVX concept. While most of the design elements are kept same, there are subtle changes that makes the design more realistic and practical. Moving away from the shaper corners and edges of the eVX, the e Vitara will rather offer more curved stance.

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Hyundai Creta EV Also Debuting On The Same Day

Just a while ago, Hyundai also confirmed the launch of its mid-range e-SUV, the Creta EV on the same date, i.e., January 17. Both these new e-SUVs are expected to steal the limelight at the Bharat Mobility Expo 2025 while getting introduced as top contenders of each other. While Maruti is showcasing the e Vitara on the aforementioned date, it is expected to be launched sometime around March 2025 in India. We are yet to get details related to its deliveries which likely will be clear within the next few months.

Key Highlights

• Bajaj launches Chetak 35 series e-scooter
• Three variants introduced in the new lineup
• Built on a new frame
• Offers up to 73 kmph top speed

Bajaj Auto recently announced its plans to expand the Chetak e-scooter lineup with a new model. Well, the company has just introduced a new Chetak series with three different variants. The Chetak 35 series has debuted in India featuring new hardware updates including the frame, battery, and also the motor, and controller at an asking price of RS. 1.27 lakh (for the top-spec variant). Let’s take a look at the variants and the features offered by the Chetak 35 e-scooter series.

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Bajaj Chetak 35 Series: All Variants, Powertrain, And Features

The Bajaj Chetak 35 e-scooter series is launched in three different trims. The Base variant is Chetak 3501, while the mid and top-trims are Chetak 3502 and 3503 respectively. Bajaj has also given a subtle makeover to the Chetak 35 series electric scooter and has build it on an entirely new frame. The motor, controller, and even the battery pack has been updated on the Chetak 35 e-scooter lineup.

The latest Chetak 35 series flaunts a blacked out headlamp up front and sleek turn indicators. The LED tail lamp is also sleek when compared to the previous-gen Bajaj Chetak models. The floorboard area also has been increased substantially so is the wheelbase.

The Chetak 35 series comes equipped with a new 3.5 kWh battery pack integrated in the floorboard area. It is linked to 4kW PMSM (permanent magnet synchronous motor) motor pack which helps with achieving a top speed of up to 73 kmph. This new Chetak e-scooter lineup is claimed to hit a maximum range of up to 153 km on a single battery charge. With the 950W charger, the Chetak 35 series will get the battery refueled from 0- 80 percent in 3 hours.

Speaking of the features, the Chetak 35 is easily one of the loaded e-scooter models from Bajaj Auto. It equips a TFT infotainment screen with touch compatibility. The console supports companion mobile app and will show crucial ride insights along with music control option.

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Bajaj Chetak 35 E-Scooter Series India Prices

The prices for the Chetak 35’s base trim (3501) is still under the wraps, but the brand has annonced the prices for the mid and top trims. The Chetak 3502 (mid variant) will be available at Rs. 1.20 lakh (ex showroom), while the Chetak 3503 is launched at Rs. 1.27 lakh (ex showroom)

Key Highlights

• Tata Harrier EV spotted testing ahead of launch
• Production-ready avatar spied
• Expected to arrive in 2025
• Might be launched with AWD drivetrain option as well

Tata Motors has been rapidly expanding its EV portfolio in India and recently introduced the first coupe-style EV model, the Curvv EV. Next year as well, Tata is expected to launch more new EVs with the first in line likely being the Harrier EV. It’s production-read unit has been spied hinting its imminent launch in India.

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Tata Harrier EV Fresh Spy Shots Leak Online

Tata Harrier EV spy shots have emerged several times online. But this time the snapshots of the production-ready unit has been shared by the rumor mill. The spy shots shows the near production-ready unit wrapped under camouflage while revealing the advanced multi-link independent suspension module and some other highlights.

The overall exterior structure of the Harrier EV is identical to the Harrier ICE model. Tata will be making subtle changes to the Harrier EV’s design profile which will highlight the EV-specific changes. The Harrier electric will come with an updated bumper design along with a blanked-off grille which will make it standout from the ICE version.

Tata is also expected to keep the interiors of the Harrier EV same to the ICE model. It is expected to feature the same dashboard and the center console design. But the touchscreen infotainment screen could be slightly bigger than the ICE counterpart. The Harrier EV is also expected to offer advanced features such as voice-controlled panoramic sunroof, steering wheel with illuminated logo, and more.

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Tata Harrier EV Expected Powertrain

Tata Harrier EV is confirmed to arrive with an AWD (All wheel drive) option and will be using the activ.ev platform. There could be battery pack option ranging between 60- 80 kWh with a range of around 500 km per charge.

• Hyundai Creta electric SUV launch timeline out
• To be introduced next month in India
• Could be priced starting around Rs. 20 lakh
• Will compete against upcoming e Vitara, Curvv EV, and the ZS EV

Hyundai Motors has finally rested all the rumors regarding the Creta’s electric variant launch. The company has announced the official date for the Creta e-SUV India debut which is scheduled for next month. We already have got the glimpse of the Creta electric via leaked spy shots and it seems fairly identical to its ICE counterpart.

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Hyundai Creta Electric SUV India Launch Date

Hyundai Motors is set to launch the Creta EV next month in India. This development comes after the confirmation for the Creta EV’s 2025 India launch was revealed by the brand recently. Hyundai has scheduled the Creta EV’s unveiling for 17 January 2025. Its the same date when Bharat Mobility Global

The price bracket for the Creta electric has not been hinted by the company yet. However, rumors are rife the Creta electric will be introduced with a starting price range of around Rs. 20 lakh. If that’s true, the Creta electric will be the next rival to Mahindra BE 6, Curvv EV, and the MG ZS EV. It will also go up against the upcoming eVitara with tihs price range.

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Hyundai Creta Electric Expected Powertrain And Features

The Creta electric version will be retaining the same exterior design as the ICE variant with certain distinctions. It will get a blanked-off grille and aerodynamically-enhanced alloy wheel design. The interiors of the Creta electric will also be the same as the ICE variant.

Inside the cabin, it will sport a new 3-spoke steering wheel and feature a dual screen setup on the dashboard. The Creta electric is expected to offer panoramic sunroof and could be equipped with ventilated seats and automatic climate control. Hyundai is also expected to load the Creta electric with advanced range of safety features such as up to six airbags, ADAS level 2, and 360° surround camera system.

Key Highlights

• Tata reveals special promotional offers for Curvv EV and Nexon EV
• Deals introduced as year-end discounts
• Free charging for both models
• Offers comes with limited period validity

Automobile manufacturers are giving attractive offers on two and four wheelers this month. The year-end sale is live where leading auto giants are giving cash discounts and other benefits on purchasing a new vehicle. Tata Motors have also announced special promotional offer for two of its popular electric cars which comes as a part of year-end discount. The offers have been announced for the Nexon EV and newly launched Curvv EV models which is going to take away the charging woes of the buyers.

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Tata Curvv EV, Nexon Special Year-End Promotional Offer

Customers interested in buying a new electric car or SUV should consider the latest promotional offer introduced by Tata Motors. The company is giving free charging offer on the purchase of both Nexon EV and the Curvv EV models.

However, there is a catch. This offer will be applicable only the for the customers who get their vehicle registered as private. Also, only the first owners of these privately registered vehicles will benefit from this scheme.Additionally, buyers purchasing the Curvv EV and the Nexon EV between December 9, 2024 till December 31, 2024 can avail this free charging offer.

This free charging scheme will further be applicable only at Tata Power EZ charging network and not any other charging station. Tata currently has around 5,500 charging outlets under the Power EZ network across India. Lastly, there is a cap of 1,000 units of free electricity or six months of free charging from the date of purchase. Post this, the customers of the Nexon and the Curvv EV will have to pay standard charging rates.

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Tata EV Portfolio Price Hike From January 2025

While offers on Tata electric cars can be availed this month, the entire portfolio inlcuding electric hatchbacks, sedan, and SUVs will be getting expensive. Tata already has confirmed the prices for its electric vehicles will be increased starting January 2025 due to increased input costs and changing market scenarios.

Key Highlights

Ather Energy, the E2W startup is hosting year-end sale in India. The company is giving top deals on its popular electric scooter models. The family e-scooter Rizta is being sold with discounts on Flipkart. But if you visit the nearby dealerships, you can avail discounts on the entire 450 e-scooter range as well. Here are the offers that you can get on the purchase of the 450 e-scooter models during the year-end sale.

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Ather 450 Series Year End Offer Details

Ather’s 450 electric scooter lineup can be purchased with hefty deals and discounts. If you visit a nearby Ather dealership, you will be able to buy the 450 e-scooter models at lower rates with added benefits worth Rs. 20,000. This offer is announced for the Ather 450 and the 450 Apex e-scooter models.

Besides these two e-scooters, the Rizta family e-scooter can also be purchased with the same benefits from authorized Ather dealerships. To recap, the Rizta’s base variant (Rizta Z) which is loaded with a 2.94 kWh battery is also selling with additional benefits on the e-commerce platform Flipkart. This year-end sale on the Ather 450, 450 Apex, and the Rizta e-scooter models will be applicable for the entire month of December, 2024.

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Additional Year End Benefits On Ather 450, Rizta Electric Scooters

Besides the aforementioned benefits, Ather is also offering additional offers on the purchase of the 450 and the Rizta electric scooter models. There is a complimentary Eighty70 battery warranty offer for both these e-scooter range. As a part of this offer, the 450 and the Rizrta e-scooter buyers will get this package worth Rs. 5,000 for free. Customers will be able to get their battery replaced using this package in case of any battery failures.

Furthermore, the company is also offering up to Rs. 10,000 discounts if customers makes the purchase from select bank’s credit card. Also there are additional cash benefits worth Rs. 5,000 on the purchase of the Rizta and 450 e-scooter series.