Best electric scooters under Rs 70,000 you can buy in India

Best electric scooters in India: In most parts of India, petrol prices have crossed the dreaded Rs 100 mark, making it hard for people to commute daily. The high fuel price is finally forcing people to consider alternative modes of transportation, and for two-wheelers, electric scooters are now looking more attractive. These run on electricity which is easily available in most houses, and running costs come down dramatically. Add to that, many state governments are now offering special subsidies for buying EVs in the country. So, if you want to kickstart the EV journey, here are some of the best budget electric scooters you can buy in India for under Rs 70,000.

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Best electric scooters to buy in India

1. Hero Optima HX – Rs 58,980

Hero Electric is offering the Optima HX dual battery electric scooter for under Rs 60,000 in the market. The brand has more options priced below this range, but Optima is one of the company’s more good-looking models. The scooter comes with a 30Ah battery along with a 1200W motor that pushes a top speed of 42 km/hr. Hero claims this model with the dual battery unit can offer a range of 122 km based on its tests, so we expect it to offer up to 90 km in real traffic conditions. The battery takes up to 5 hours to charge fully and the 12-inch alloy wheels give it a tall stature. Other features include LED headlamps, USB charging port, regenerative braking, and anti-theft alarm.

2. Okinawa Lite – Rs 63,990

Okinawa is a known name in the electric segment in India. The brand has multiple models of its electric scooter, and the one we are talking about is the Okinawa Lite. This scooter gets a 250W BLDC motor, 1.25kWH Lithium-ion battery, and a stylish design with dual shades. It has a coloured digital meter that shows you the speed, range covered, and charge status. You can detach the battery to put it for charging. The scooter gets projector headlamps with DRLs in support. For safety, it gets a front disk brake. The best electric scooter under Rs 70,000 takes around 4-5 hours to charge, after which you get a range of 60 km. The scooter also has a built-in USB port for charging devices such as mobile phone.

3. Batt:Re LO:EV – Rs 65,900

The LO:EV is another affordable EV in the market for buyers. This electric two-wheeler comes with three riding modes that help you increase the total riding range. It packs a detachable Lithium battery and comes with dual disk brakes. Additionally, the best electric scooter in India under Rs 70,000 features a reverse gear, anti-theft alarm, and USB charge option as well. The scooter packs a 28Ah battery that gets fully charged in under 3 hours. LO:EV offers a total riding range of 60 km and has all the bells and whistles you expect from an electric scooter these days.

4. Ampere Magnus – Rs 65,990

Ampere is another brand that most people recognise for its electric vehicles in the market. The Magnus is our pick from the bunch, mostly because of how much it costs. This scooter comes with a 28Ah lithium battery and 1200W BLDC motor that gives you a top speed of 50 Km/hr and a total riding range of 84 km on average. It gets mechanical drum brakes on both sides and a ground clearance of 147 mm. The battery takes around 6 hours to fully charge using standard power sockets thanks to its detachable nature. The Ampere Magnis also packs LED lights, a digital instrument cluster and a USB charging point as well.

5. Pure EV Etrance Plus – Rs 67,999

Pure EV is a new kid on the EV block in the country, and its Etrance Plus scooter is a viable choice for budget-conscious buyers. It packs a 1.8kWh battery that offers an 85 km range at a 25 km/hr top speed. The scooter gets LED lights, a digital instrument cluster and a charging port. The company has designed the scooter with durability as a strong point, which is why it gets 7-degree gradeability for rough and tough usage. The look and feel of the scooter will remind you of traditional gearless two-wheelers that we get in the market.

6. BGauss A2 – Rs 67,999

BGuass A2 is an interesting addition to the EV segment in the country. One of the few EVs to get IP67 and IP65 ratings for dust and water resistance of the motor and controller unit. The scooter comes with a 1.29kWh battery that can be detached for charging purposes. The unit gives you a total range of 75 km at a nominal top speed of 25 km/hr. The LED display unit offers vital riding information and for safety, both sides get disk brakes. All the lighting units are LED and you have other sensors like side-stand, reverse assist, anti-theft alarm and more. You can charge the smartphone using its built-in USB port on the go.

7. Techo Electra Emerge – Rs 68,000

And finally, you have the Techo Electra Emerge scooter in the mix as well. Emerge gets a 30Ah Lithium-ion battery, and a 250W BLDC motor that gives you 100+ riding range. You can fully charge its detachable battery for around four hours. The front of the vehicle gets disc brakes, and the back has a drum unit. The scooter offers a top speed of 25 km/hr which is the norm with electric two-wheelers in this price bracket. The best electric scooter under Rs 70,000 in India has under-seat storage of 12 litres, which comes in handy for your daily shopping, and the headlights are LED.

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