tech2 news staffAugust 15, 2021 14:29:53 IST
After a few weeks of promotional activity, the Ola Electric scooter was finally launched in India with a starting price of Rs 99,999. The Ola Electric S1 e-scooter is available in two variations, the S1 (Rs 99,999) and the S1 Pro (Rs 1,29,999, all prices including FAME-II subsidies), the former for more budget-focused buyers. It is targeted. S1 Pro is aimed at anyone who wants to improve performance and range. Sales will begin on September 8th, and delivery will begin in October.
Battery capacity and charging details for Ola Electric S1 and S1 Pro
The Ola Electric scooter has the same banana-shaped battery found on the base Etergo Apps scooter. Only here they are fixed and cannot be removed. The Ola S1 is equipped with a 2.98kWh lithium-ion battery, and the Ola S1 Pro is equipped with a 3.97kWh lithium-ion battery. This is the largest battery ever seen on an electric motorcycle for production in India. This large battery makes the Ola S1 Pro eligible for the best FAME-II subsidy of all e-two-wheelers on the market today. Tech2 Revealed in July..
Prices for the Ola S1 start at Rs 99,999 (including FAME-II subsidy).Image: Ora Electric
The Ola S1’s claim range is 121 kilometers and the Ola S1 Pro’s range is 181 kilometers, significantly higher than any electric motorcycle currently on the market in India. This brings the Ola S1 Pro to a real-world range of approximately 150 kilometers. This is another important story. Tech2 Was broken in July..
Ola Electric offers a portable 750W charger for the S1 and S1 Pro. According to the company, it takes about 4 hours and 48 minutes to fully charge the S1 at home, and 6 hours and 30 minutes to fully charge the S1 Pro at home. Minutes. Of course, Ora has “hypercharger” fast-charging networks throughout India that allow users to regain a distance of about 75 kilometers in just 15 minutes.
Maximum speed and performance details for the Ola Electric S1 and S1 Pro scooters
With optional performance upgrade accessories, the Ola Electric S1 Pro delivers best-in-class acceleration. With a base output of 5.5 kW (7.4 hp), a peak output of 8.5 kW (11.5 hp) and a torque of 58 Nm (with a motor), the Ola S1 Pro accelerates from 0 to 40 kph in the claimed 3 seconds. Flat for 5 seconds at 0-60 km / h. From a perspective, the Ather 450X, the fastest electric scooter previously sold in India, runs 0-40 kph in 3.3 seconds and 0-60 kph in 6.5 seconds. The Ola S1 Pro has a top speed of 115km / h and has three ride modes (normal, sport and hyper).
On the other hand, the low spec Ola S1 has the same output as the S1 Pro, but runs 0-40 kph in 3.6 seconds and 0-60 kph in 7 seconds, which isn’t exactly slow either. The top speed of the Ola S1 is fixed at 90km / h, and there are two ride modes, normal and sport.
Ola Electric S1, S1 Pro Scooter Features and Color Options
The Ola Electric Series S e-scooter has 36 liters of under-seat storage, which is arguably the largest in its current category. Holds two half-face helmets. In terms of functionality, the Ola S1 features four side stand cutoffs, a 7.0-inch touch screen, cruise control, hill hold assist, geo-fencing, anti-theft alerts, Bluetooth connectivity, GPS and Wi-Fi. “Mood” (changes how the scooter sounds), reverse mode, built-in speakers, onboard navigation. Available in a total of 10 color options.
Specifications of Ola Electric S1 and S1 Pro scooters
The Ola S1 electric scooter features a single-sided telescopic front suspension and horizontally mounted rear shock absorbers, as well as 220mm front disc brakes and 180mm rear disc brakes with a combination braking system instead of ABS. The pillion foot pegs fold snugly into the scooter’s bodywork, and the ora electric scooter at the back features a thick pillion grab handle and clear lens taillights. The Ola S1 weighs 121 kg and the Ola S1 Pro weighs 125 kg. With 12-inch alloy front and rear (fitted with 110/70 tires), the 1,359 mm wheelbase is longer than the Aprilia SXR160, one of the largest scooters available in India today. The seat height of the Ola S1 and S1 Pro is 738 mm, and the minimum ground clearance is fixed at 165 mm.
Ora Electric Charging Network and Scooter Availability Details
At the launch of the S1 and S1 Pro, Ola Electric plans to install fixed charging stations (including slow and fast charging points) in 100 cities across India, eventually covering more than 400 cities. The decision to sell directly to buyers online also means that electric scooters can be retailed and serviced from day one in almost every city in India.