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Ola S1 Gen 3 series finally lands in India with up to 320km range: Starts from Rs 79,999

Sean — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 12:55:34 +0000

Ola Electric has just introduced the Ola S1 Gen 3 series of electric scooters in the Indian market. This is the latest generation of electric two wheelers, which offer various upgrades over its predecessors. So let’s check out its specs, price, and other details.

Ola S1 Gen 3 Series

The Ola S1 Gen 3 series are the brand’s latest EVs that bring various upgrades like the new brake by wire technology and ABS system, which features patented brake sensors. Ola Electric’s entire e-scooter lineup is also getting a refreshed design for a more comfortable yet sporty look. It features MoveOS 5 that brings DIY mode, Smart Park, Smartwatch app, road trip mode, Bharat mood, and even a dedicated SOS alert that can communicate with your contacts when it detects an accident.

The lineup consists of four models that come in varying prices:

Ola S1X Gen 3

The entry model is the Ola S1X Gen 3 that offers the new brake by wire tech, new design, chain drive, and a colored LCD screen. It is available in three variants, namely 2kwh, 3kwh and 4kWh models. The Ola S1X Gen 3 has a peak power of 7kW, up to 242km IDC range, and up to 123kmph top speed.

Ola S1X+ Gen 3

The Ola S1X+ Gen 3 is a step higher with similar features as the base S1X, but it only arrives with a 4kwh model. This has a peak power output of 11kW with a 242km range, and up to 125kmph top speed. You can buy this model in 5 color options, namely Midnight Blue, Jet Black, Passion Red, Industrial Silver, and Porcelain White.

Ola S1 Pro Gen 3

The Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 also features the brake by wire tech and mid drive motor, but it also adds new rim decals new die-cast aluminium grab handle, improved seat ergonomics, and mirrors that match the body colors. There are 3kWh and 4kWh models with a peak power of 11kW. You also get a 242km IDC range and up to 125kmph top speed.

Ola S1 Pro+ Gen 3

Finally, we have the Ola S1 Pro+ Gen 3 is the top end model with all of the features as the more affordable models like brake by wire tech, rim decals, and others. However, it also features Dual ABS and dual tone seating design. That’s not all, you can also get it in 4kWh and 5.3kWh models with the 5.3kWh variant featuring the 4680 Bharat Cell from the Ola Gigafactory. It offers a higher peak power of 13kW and a longer range of up to 320km IDC. IT has a higher 141kmph top speed as well.

Pricing and Availability

The Ola S1 Gen 3 series is available for order starting from today (31st January 2025), with delivers kicking off next month. So let’s check out the pricing:

Ola S1X Gen 3 – Rs. 79,999 (2kWh), Rs. 89,999 (3kWh), Rs. 99,999 (4kWh)
Ola S1X+ Gen 3 – Rs. 107,999 (kWh)
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 – Rs. 114,999 (3kWh), Rs. 134,999 (4kWh)
Ola S1 Pro+ Gen 3 – Rs. 154,499 (4kWh), Rs. 169,999 (5kWh)

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Ola S1X and S1 Pro 2nd Gen models launched in India starting at Rs. 79,999 ($961)

Jed John Ikoba — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 12:26:50 +0000

Ola Electric has launched new models on its S1X lineup together with the S1 Pro 2nd gen e-scooter in India. The new S1X e-scooters are the S1X+, S1X 2kWh and S1X 3kWh. All four models were showcased at an Ola Event.

Ola S1X

The Ola S1 Pro 2nd gen has a true range of up to 170km and up to 195km ARAI range. The refreshed S1 Pro has a top speed of 120km/h and can race from 0 to 40km/h in 2.6 seconds. The first-gen Ola S1 Pro achieved that milestone in 2.9 seconds. The S1 Pro 2nd gen incorporates a motor control unit into its motor, thus reducing the parts from 5 to 1. It has a peak power output of 11kW – a 30% improvement over its predecessor. The battery pack of the new scooter also comes with fewer parts, likewise for the number of electronic units.

The Ola S1 Pro 2nd gen uses a hybrid frame architecture which makes it lighter and stronger. The design also translates to lower production cost and improved performance for the S1 Pro 2nd gen.

The Ola S1X new models feature the same 6kW peak power and a 5-inch LCD screen. All the models except the base model, feature Ola’s upgraded MoveOS 4 software platform.

The Ola S1X+ with a 3kWh battery is priced at Rs. 109,999 (~$1,323), the S1X comes at Rs. 89,999 (~$1,081), and Rs. 99,999 (~S1,201) respectively, for the 2kWh and 3kWh models. The Ola S1 Pro 2nd gen is priced at Rs. 147,499 (~$1,772). All four new Ola Electric e-scooters are orderable from August 15. The earliest deliveries begin by mid-September and extend to December 2023. Ola is also offering a further Rs. 10,000 discount for orders made before August 21, 2023.

Ola to launch a new S1 electric scooter in July

Sean — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 14:35:21 +0000

Ola is apparently gearing up to launch a new electric scooter model in the Indian market. The company’s CEO has recently announced that a new model is set to launch soon, so here are all the details.

Ola next gen electric scooter launch is right around the corner

The company’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal teased via his official Twitter handle that a new Ola electric scooter will be announced soon and will be a part of its existing S1 lineup. The teaser showcases the silhouette of the upcoming scooters. This image reveals its LED headlight design that is similar to the ones found in the older S1 electric scooter models. These new electric scooter will be officially launched in July 2023.

The new electric scooter will arrive as the brand’s “#endICEAge” show Part 1 that is scheduled for next month. Unfortunately, the senior executive only revealed the teaser image poster of the upcoming scooters and did not reveal any other finer details. But the images had also revealed the scooter featuring a small windscreen on the front as well. Keep in mind that this is all the information we have at the moment regarding this matter.

Although, we do know that the latest entry in the S1 lineup will be sold alongside the S1 Pro and S1 Air model. So stick around for more as we will be providing updates when additional information is available regarding this matter.

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Ola may launch new S1 Electric Scooter model in India on Diwali: Report

Sean — Fri, 07 Oct 2022 09:59:40 +0000

Ola Electric had previously launched the S1 series of electric scooters in India, which had propelled the company as one of the top electric scooter makers in the region. Now, it appears that the company is working on a new model from this popular series.

S1 Electric Scooter

The news was hinted by the company’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal. The senior executive had hinted on Twitter that the EV maker is planning to possible launch a new S1 electric scooter model. Looking at this tweet, the official stated that the brand is “planning something BIG for our launch this month! Will accelerate the #EndICEAge revolution by at least 2 years. Really excited.”

However, a sources close to the matter told Car and Bike, that Ola Electric is planning on launching a new affordable model in the S1 series of electric scooter. This new model will reportedly be priced under 80,000 INR. This is basically the same price range as the most popular petrol based scooters that are currently available in the Indian market. This new budget model will also offer most of the features that are found in the S1 and S1 Pro models.

S1 Pro Electric Scooter

For those unaware, Ola Electric had launched the S1 back in August as an affordable electric scooter, with the Pro model being a higher end variant. The S1 was launched for a price tag of 99,999 INR and offered 5.5kW motor with 8.5kw peak power. This electric scooter offered a max range of up to 141km and a top speed of 95kmph. So if this news is true, we can expect the new S1 model to have similar features.

Ola S1 with 141km range opens reservations in India for Rs. 99,999 ($1,258)

Jed John Ikoba — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:02:07 +0000

The Ola S1 is about to start plying Indian roads with the opening of reservations for the EV. Together with the S1 Pro, the products were introduced in India in 2021 and pre-reservation has now opened with purchases and deliveries expected from next month. Interested buyers of the Ola S1 can visit the company’s website and make an Rs. 499 (~$7) deposit until August 31.

The Ola S1 has an Indian Drive Cycle (IDC) range of 141km on a single charge thanks to its 2.98kWh battery. It has the Eco, Normal, and Sports Modes with ranges of 128km, 101km, and 90km, respectively. The S1 has a top speed of 95km/h with similar features as the S1 Pro except that it lacks the hyper mode present in the S1 Pro. The MoveOS 3 with lots of important features will be available in the S1. These features include hill hold, key sharing, hypercharging, proximity unlock, and others.

The Ola S1 will come with a 5-year extended warranty that covers the battery, motor, and other components, according to the manufacturer. Ola Electric is also ramping up its HyperCharger networks across the country. It says the charging technology can charge the S1 up to 50% in less than 20 minutes. The company hopes to achieve more than 100k Charging Stations in 400 cities across the country.

Ola Electric is offering several payment options for the purchase of the S1 in India. These include cash on delivery and structured payments. Ola Electric is offering a loan processing waiver in partnership with some Indian banks with the EMI starting at Rs. 2,999 (~$38). Buyers can choose from Jet Black, Porcelain white, Neo Mint, and Liquid silver colors for the Ola S1.

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Ola faces scrutiny from Indian Govt over its S1 Pro’s fire accident

Sean — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:52:54 +0000

The Indian government is apparently probing Ola for answers regarding its e-scooters. An S1 Pro model caught fire in the country, and it seems that the incident has also caught the government’s attention.

Earlier this month, a senior government official stated that the company has to offer explanations for its electric scooter that had recently caught fire in Pune last month. For those unaware, a video of an Ola S1 Pro model went viral when it burst into flames. This caused people to have doubts about the electric scooter’s safety standards. Since then, the local government has ordered a probe last month.

Now, Giridhar Aramane, Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, said that “If required, the government may call Ola Electric to explain the incident.” Furthermore, the incident in Pune was not an isolated event. Recently, we had also reported on the new electric vehicle running in reverse mode at 90kmph due to a software glitch. As per the road transport ministry, the Centre for Fire, Explosive, and Environmental Safety (CFEES) has been assigned to investigate this incident and propose remedial actions to prevent such accidents in the future.

The scooter was first engulfed in smoke before the fire

According to a 91Mobiles report, the reason behind the fiery accident is likely the poor lithium ion battery that powers the EV. The Ola S1 Pro’s battery might be faulty or damaged and there may be trouble with its thermal runaway, which could be highly flammable and difficult to control. Ola CEO, Bhavin Aggarwal, stated that “safety is top priority. We’re investigating this and will fix it”.

Investigation launched after Ola S1 Pro e-scooter went up in flames in Pune

Jed John Ikoba — Mon, 28 Mar 2022 17:01:53 +0000

Ola Electric has launched an investigation into a fire incident involving one of its products. There had been a viral video of a Pune-registered Ola S1 Pro electric scooter that was seen burning by the side of a road where it was parked. It is unclear what triggered the fire on the electric scooter, but the official investigation by Ola Electric will reveal the details.

The particular vehicle was a blue-colored Ola S1 Pro with Pune registration and the video begins with footage of smoke emanating from under its bodywork. The scooter then burst into flames which quickly engulfed the entire vehicle. The owner of the vehicle is believed to be unhurt in the incident. An official statement from Ola Electric on the fire incident stated that the company was aware of the incident in Pune and it is investigating to understand the root cause of the fire incident. The company says it will update the public with the necessary information as to its investigation proceeds, and it is in constant touch with the owner of the vehicle.

The scooter was first engulfed in smoke before the fire

Ola Electric insists that vehicle safety is of paramount importance and the company is committed to the highest quality standards in its products. There are no details at this time on what caused the fire in the Ola S1 Pro e-scooter. However, an overheating battery could trigger a fire, although it is still speculative to pinpoint the cause without an investigation. This may just be a remote incident that does not affect the leading position of the Ola S1 Pro since it was released last year and actual deliveries commenced in December 2021.

Ola S1 final payment window reopens January 21, deliveries expected till Feb

Sudhanshu — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:37:31 +0000

Earlier this week, Ola Electric ramped up the production of the S1 scooters to 1000 units a day. The company’s CEO Bhavesh Aggarwal also announced that Ola Electric will soon be opening the payment window for remaining customers. Now, Aggarwal has announced the date at which the final purchase window of the Ola S1 electric scooter will open.

Earlier today, the Ola Electric CEO took to Twitter to reveal that the final purchase window will open on January 21st at 6 PM for customers who have previously booked an S1 scooter and already paid the initial Rs. 20,000. The eligible customers will need to pay the remaining sum on the Ola app to initiate the delivery process.

Lohri ki lakh lakh vadhaiyan, Sankrati ki shubhkaamnayein, Pongal vazhthukkal!

We’re celebrating with our own harvest

Sea of scooters awaits! Final payment window opens Jan 21, 6pm in Ola App for all customers who've paid 20k. We'll dispatch across Jan & Feb. pic.twitter.com/RZSAeclC0e

— Bhavish Aggarwal (@bhash) January 14, 2022

The delivery process is said to commence from January end and customers will likely receive their S1 scooters by the end of February.

The announcement comes as a sigh of relief for customers who had previously paid the Rs 20,000 deposit but Ola had to close the final payment window due to hindrance in production caused by the ongoing global chip shortage.

The company has also announced that they are working on the missing features in the S1 scooters like cruise control, hill hold, navigation and they will be added to the e-scooters till July 2022 via an OTA software update.

Ola Electric S1 scooter’s missing features to arrive by June 2022

Sudhanshu — Wed, 12 Jan 2022 02:17:38 +0000

Ola Electric S1 and S1 Pro scooters started shipping in December 2021. Since then, the e-scooters have faced numerous performance, quality, and software complaints. The one complaint that stands out is the missing features that the company had promised earlier. Now, OLA Electric‘s Chief Marketing Officer has provided some updates on the situation.

Ola Electric’s S1 Pro scooters are currently shipping without functional key features like cruise control, Hyper mode, hill-hold assist, and the navigation feature which is common in both S1 and S1 Pro models.

Varun Dubey, Chief Marketing Officer at Ola Electric, recently said during an interview that “features like cruise control, hill hold, navigation, etc. are coming up in the next few months by June. That is what we are going to deliver and it is not just about those features. As consumers continue to use the scooter and live with the scooter, we will learn and we will keep adding more and more features which consumers will continue to get.”

He added, “For us, the scooter is as much of a software platform as it is a hardware platform and even in September when we had opened up the windows and done the media test rides, we had explained it clearly that the software is going to come in stages and we are going to release these as important software updates over several months in 2022.”

So it appears that Ola Electric scooter customers might have to potentially wait for months before the software update that makes these key features functional finally arrives.

Additionally, the executive also answered the range discrepancy complaints by the S1 Pro customers stating that the scooter has an ARAI certified range of 181 Kms which is measured for ideal conditions.

Dubey clarified that the real-world range of the S1 Pro electric scooter is 135 km. The Ola Electric rep also claimed that they have shared the true range of the scooters with their customers.

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Ola Electric S1 scooter purchase window to reopen soon as production ramps up

Sudhanshu — Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:23:47 +0000

In December, Ola Electric started the delivery process of their much-anticipated S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters in India, which was delayed from their initial delivery schedule of November 30th due to chip shortages.

Now, Ola Electric seems to be upscaling production of the S1 scooters as the company’s CEO Bhavesh Aggarwal states that the factory is now churning out 1,000 units per day. The news comes with another announcement by the CEO confirming that Ola Electric will soon be opening the purchase window for remaining customers.

The company has claimed to have delivered nearly 4,000 S1 e-scooters to its customers since the delivery process commenced back on December 15, 2021.

The company claims that the Ola S1 can offer a range of 121 kilometers while the Pro model’s range is rated at 181 kilometers. Ola provides a portable 750W charger and is also setting up its ‘Hypercharger’ network across the country, allowing users to regain about 75 kilometers of range in just 15 minutes.

The Ola S1 has a starting price of ₹99,999 (~$1,348) while the pricing of the upgraded Ola S1 Pro starts at ₹1,29,999 (~$1,753). The bookings started on September 15 2021 and the company announced it had done sales worth ₹600 crores on the first day, reaching ₹1,100 crores on the second day.

However, if you missed the initial purchase window, worry not, as the process is set to start again soon. Stay tuned for more.

Ola offers S1 electric scooter buyers free upgrade to the S1 Pro, but with a catch

Sean — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 07:36:55 +0000

Ola Electric is offering upgrades to the buyers of its standard S1 electric scooter for free. So, if you bought an S1 in India, you are eligible for an upgrade to the top end, S1 Pro model, but with “terms and conditions applied.”

For those unaware, Ola is a ride hailing service based Indian company that is quite popular in its home market. Recently, it had announced that it was entering the electric vehicle market, with its S1 electric scooters. While the company saw great response to its new vehicles and a number of orders, many early buyers began complaining after receiving the first deliveries of the S1 scooters. We had reported on customers complaining about multiple quality related issues and more.

So now, it seems that the brand is offering upgrades to its customers for free. However, it isn’t without a ‘catch’. Those that receive an S1 Pro through the upgrade will not only receive the hardware benefits. In other words, the model’s software features will be locked and standard S1 buyers will have to shell out an additional 30,000 INR (roughly 404 US Dollars) to gain access to them. In a statement, the company stated that “Customers get access to the best in class hardware at the same price as the Ola S1. In the future, if you’d like to unlock the amazing software features, range, and the full potential of the Ola S1 Pro, you can do so by paying 30,000 INR.“

From the outside, both S1 models appear identical, but the Pro variant offers a larger 3.97 kWh battery compared to the base variant’s 2.98 kWh battery. Other features include ‘Hyper mode’ that is skipped on the standard model. The S1 costs 100,000 INR (roughly 1,350 US Dollars) while the S1 Pro costs 130,000 INR (roughly 1,750 US Dollars). Notably, Ola had stated before that its bookings for the Pro model were higher than the base one, thanks to these additional features. So the free upgrade might help turn over the opinion of the early buyers who can choose to opt for the software features later on.

After delays, Ola’s first deliveries of the S1 & S1 Pro are trailed by multiple quality complaints

Jed John Ikoba — Thu, 30 Dec 2021 21:27:12 +0000

Indian e-scooter manufacturer Ola earlier this year unveiled the S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters in India to massive applause from the market. Ola enjoyed massive orders from the early days of the unveiling of the two e-scooter models. They were supposed to combine innovation, excellence with affordability and durability. However, as the company begins delivering the models to persons who had already subscribed, there are growing concerns about the quality of the new e-bikes, with some serious flaws noticed.

A few customers who took delivery of their new models were shocked by some of the defects visible on delivery. There are concerns that the flaws and structural defects noticed on the new models will dampen consumer confidence in the Ola brand, although these models were showcased to come with some impressive features and functionalities. The Ola S1 and S1 Pro models could get top speeds of up to 115km/h with a price tag in the region of $1,000.

An OLA S1 Pro was delivered to me at the Visakhapatnam event today.
It has cracks & dents all over the body. The manager says she will get it repaired before delivery. But repair is not the option. I paid for a new product, not a refurbished product@OlaElectric @don4every1 #Ola pic.twitter.com/ifZnDsJaXg

— Karthik Varma (@leovarmak) December 22, 2021

It is unclear what are the causes of the dents and observed defects on the new Ola e-scooter models, but a far deeper accusation has been leveled against the company. A customer has claimed that the range of the model was over-hyped, with the true range much below what was stated at the launch earlier this year. It was observed that there was up to a 20km difference in the range of the e-scooter from what was advertised earlier this year.

An OLA S1 Pro was delivered to me at the Visakhapatnam event today.
It has cracks & dents all over the body. The manager says she will get it repaired before delivery. But repair is not the option. I paid for a new product, not a refurbished product@OlaElectric @don4every1 #Ola pic.twitter.com/ifZnDsJaXg

— Karthik Varma (@leovarmak) December 22, 2021

There are other issues relating to complaints about the brakes, other design flaws, and charging problems. Most of the responses by Ola’s representatives on these specific issues have been to promise a replacement or repair of the delivered e-scooter. Some of the customers however remain positive that their new e-scooter is a great buy despite the setbacks which will be overcome.

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Ola S1 and S1 Pro deliveries to start from December 15

Pranav Sawant — Mon, 06 Dec 2021 19:01:14 +0000

Indian ride-sharing company Ola announced the S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters on August 15 in India. The scooters were expected to be delivered starting from October 25 in the country. However, due to an unavoidable delay, the electric scooters were planned to deliver later this year. Today, Ola’s CEO Bhavish Aggarwal on Twitter confirmed the new delivery timeline and thankfully, buyers won’t have to wait for too long.

Aggarwal said that the electric scooter deliveries will begin from December 15 in the country. Furthermore, the production of the scooters has also been ramped up. That said, we can expect all the pre-booking orders to be sufficed as soon as possible.

Scooters are getting ready Production ramped up and all geared to begin deliveries from 15th Dec. Thank you for your patience! pic.twitter.com/d2ydB3TXTm

— Bhavish Aggarwal (@bhash) December 4, 2021

For those who are unaware, Ola started the pre-booking for the Ola S1 and Ola S1 Pro on September 8th. The company claims that it has received over 1 million reservations for the electric scooters.

The Ola S1 and S1 Pro come with a 7-inch touch screen that showcases the ride modes and allows for tweaking. The electric scooter has three ride modes – Normal, Sport, and Hyper. The S1 comes with up to 121kms of range, whereas, the S1 Pro has a 181kms range. The top speed of the former goes up to 90kmph and the latter has up to 115kmph top speed.

The Ola S1 starts at ₹99,999(~$1,348) while the S1 Pro is priced at ₹1,29,999(~$1,753). The electric scooters come in five different colours – Porcelain White, Coral Glam, Neo Mint, Marshmellow, and Jet Black.

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Ola Electric delays deliveries of S1 and S1 Pro scooters due to chip shortage

Jeet — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:11:19 +0000

A few months ago, Ola Electric launched its electric two-wheeler scooters on the Indian market — Ola S1 and S1 Pro. At that time, the company had said that the deliveries will begin in October but that wasn’t the case.

The first batch of deliveries were scheduled for November 30 but the company has now decided to delay electric scooters to between December 15 to the end of the month, a two- to four-week delay from its earlier schedule.

The company has said that the delay is happening because of the shortage of chips and electronic parts. It is being reported that the company has stopped taking any new bookings until the chip shortage has eased.

In an email to customers, Ola Electic said: “Due to the ongoing global shortage of chipsets and electronic parts, there are some unavoidable delays to your Ola S1 delivery. We apologize for this delay and assure you that we are ramping up production as fast as we can so you can get your Ola S1 at the earliest.”

The company has claimed that the Ola S1 can offer a range of 121 kilometers while the Pro model’s range is rated at 181 kilometers. This is higher than other electric two-wheelers currently available in India. Ola will provide a portable 750W charger and is also setting up its ‘Hypercharger’ network across the country, allowing users to regain about 75 kilometers of range in just 15 minutes.

The Ola S1 has a starting price of ₹99,999 (~$1,348) while the pricing of the upgraded Ola S1 Pro starts at ₹1,29,999 (~$1,753). The bookings started on September 15 and the company announced it had done sales worth ₹600 crores on the first day, reaching ₹1,100 crores on the second day.

New affordable Ola electric scooters, motorcycles confirmed to be in works

Anvinraj Valiyathara — Tue, 16 Nov 2021 08:58:07 +0000

India-based ridesharing company announced its electric scooters named Ola S1 and Ola S1 Pro in August. Both models are priced at Rs 99,999 (~Rs 1,345) and Rs 1,29,999 (~$1,749) in the country. It appears that the company is planning to launch multiple electric vehicles in the coming years.

Ola Electric CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has confirmed that the company will be developing electric motorcycles and affordable electric scooters from 2022. Here is a tweet that confirms it.

Yes next year https://t.co/dLT1n5qdRp

— Bhavish Aggarwal (@bhash) November 13, 2021

Ola has also shown an interest in developing its version of the electric car. It is known that the company has hired key employees from the industry for the electric car segment. The company is also planning to launch e-bikes in future.

Considering that the Ola S1 starts at Rs 99,999, the new affordable Ola electric scooter could be priced around Rs 70,000 (~$942) or Rs 80,000 (~$1,076) in the country. This will allow the company to rival similarly priced scooters like the Honda Active and TVS Jupiter.

The cheaper electric scooter by Ola may offer a conservative performance since it is likely to include a lower-rated battery. Probably, it may allow the scooter to run around 100km on a single charge. Ola S1 and S1 Pro offer some advanced features such as a touchscreen display, speakers, voice assistant, Wi-Fi, 4G, Bluetooth, proximity unlock/lock, cruise control, and so on. It is likely that some of these features will be unavailable on the affordable Ola scooter that may debut in 2022.

Ola registered Ola S1 and Ola S1 Pro moniker in July and announced these models in September. Hence, it is likely that the company may adopt the same strategy next year. As far as S1 and S1 Pro are concerned, the company will be opening the next purchase window for these scooters on Dec. 16.

Ola S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters launched in India; pricing starts at ₹99,999 ($1348)

Jeet — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 07:11:01 +0000

Ola Electric has launched its much-awaited electric two-wheeler scooter on the Indian market. The Ola S1 has a starting price of ₹99,999 (~$1,348) while the pricing of the upgraded Ola S1 Pro starts at ₹1,29,999 (~$1,753).

The firm says that the e-scooters are designed and engineered in India for the world and will deliver the best scooter experience to the consumer. The deliveries of the newly launched scooter will begin in October.

As for the features, there’s a 7-inch touchscreen shatter-proof display. It comes powered by an octa-Core processor with 3GB of RAM. Features on the device include geo-fencing, anti-theft alert, Bluetooth connectivity, GPS and Wi-Fi, four ‘moods’ for the sound, a reverse mode, and in-built speakers. The S1 Pro additionally comes with cruise control, hill hold assist, and onboard navigation.

There’s a mono-shock absorber on the front, disk brakes on the front as well as the back, and extra-wide 110/70-R12 MRF tires. The scooter is keyless and uses proximity unlock that senses when you move near it and locks when you move away. It can also be locked or unlocked using the screen on the scooter or through the mobile application.

The Ola Electric app also offers battery and health alerts, and book an appointment from the app for in-home service. The company has also built a new operating system for the vehicle named Ola MoveOS. It is powered by a ‘Hyperdrive motor’, which produces a peak power output of 8.5kW. The S1 is said to have a top speed of 90 Km/hr while the Ola S1 Pro will have a top speed of 115 Km/hr and can go from 0 to 40km/hr speed in 3.6 sec and 3 sec respectively.

The Ola S1 is based on the Etergo Appscooter and thus features the same banana-shaped batteries and the only difference is that the battery on Ola’s vehicles is fixed and is non-removable. The S1 packs a 2.98 kWh battery while the Pro model packs a 3.97 kWh battery – the biggest battery yet on a production electric two-wheeler in India.

The company has claimed that the Ola S1 can offer a range of 121 kilometers while the Pro model’s range is rated at 181 kilometers. This is higher than other electric two-wheelers currently on sale in India. Ola will provide a portable 750W charger and the company is also setting up its ‘Hypercharger’ network across India, allowing users to regain about 75 kilometers of range in just 15 minutes.