Order books open for Ather 450S e-scooter: What to expect
What's the story
Bengaluru-based Ather Energy is all set to launch the 450S in India on August 3. Order books for the upcoming e-scooter are now open against a token amount of Rs. 2,500.
The EV is expected to be a more affordable version of its high-performance sibling, the 450X.
The automaker is claiming a range of up to 115km per charge. Here's what we can expect.
Context
Why does this story matter?
Since its inception in 2016, Ather Energy has been known as the torch-bearer in the performance-oriented electric scooter segment in India. The company has developed its own charging infrastructure with over 900 fast-charging stations.
Its 450 range of e-scooters has developed a cult-like following on our shores.
To increase its popularity, the EV maker is now planning to introduce an affordable 450S model.
Design
The EV will flaunt an apron-mounted headlight and designer wheels
The upcoming Ather 450S will retain the overall silhouette of the 450X.
It will feature an apron-mounted LED headlight, a wide handlebar, angular mirrors, a flat footboard, a flush-fitted side stand, a single-piece stepped-up seat, tapering body panels, and a sleek LED taillamp.
The EV will likely house a full-color TFT instrument cluster and would ride on designer alloy wheels.
Safety
The scooter will get a Combined Braking System (CBS)
To ensure the safety of the rider, the new Ather 450S will come equipped with disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, along with a Combined Braking System (CBS), regenerative braking, and riding modes.
The suspension duties on the e-scooter should be taken care of by telescopic forks on the front side and a mono-shock unit on the rear end.
Information
It will deliver a claimed range of up to 115km
The upcoming Ather 450S will draw power from a PMS electric motor linked to a 3kWh battery pack. The EV maker claims a range of up to 115km on a single charge. The EV will have a top speed of 90km/h.
Expectation
How much will the Ather 450S cost?
Ather Energy will disclose the pricing and availability details of the 450S at its launch event on August 3.
We expect the upcoming e-scooter to be priced at around Rs. 1.2 lakh (ex-showroom) in India.
The affordable EV will primarily rival the Ola S1 Air on our shores and shall be targeted at first-time e-scooter buyers.