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Battery Prices of Top EV Two-Wheelers in India: Ola, Ather, Vida, Chetak, TVS (2024 Update)
From Reels’/ Short’s comment sections to Quora and WhatsApp University, the most recurring argument given against EV adoption is that the price of the battery replacement will ultimately make your EV cost equal to its ICE counterpart. But is it really true? Not surprisingly, all such claims you come across on social media are generally based on a single philosophy i.e. “I HEARD SOMEWHERE”.
No doubt, the battery is the heart of an electric vehicle, which asks for replacement after 8-10 years (approx). All over the internet, you will find various articles showing varying costs of battery replacement prices. To be honest, companies do not generally reveal their battery replacement costs for whatever reasons, but you don’t have to worry because
EVINDIA
is at your service. From the extensive market study, we have deduced one thing for sure, the replacement cost may vary from company to company despite the battery being of the same capacity. However, it is still possible to get a specific detailed idea about any such future expenses. In this blog, we will give you a detailed analysis of the battery-replacement cost of the major companies in the 2-wheeler electric vehicle segment so that you can make an informed choice.Battery Type & Capacity:
Electric Vehicles are majorly equipped with Lithium-ion batteries whose capacities are measured in kWh (Kilowatt hours). In the two-wheeler segments, batteries generally start from 2kWh and go up to 4kWh, according to your increasing budget. As you might have suspected, the battery replacement price is higher for higher-capacity batteries.
The main thing to note here is that, unlike the general perception, batteries do not get completely torn off overnight. Actually, batteries consist of multiple cells which in the course of time start to degrade and result in lower range and efficiency. Let me extinguish some of your worries here, these cells are repairable which in turn can extend your overall battery life.
Now you might say “So what, we still would have to change our battery after some time” Well yes! But that doesn’t mean it is going to cost you more or equal than ICE vehicles. Let me make my case!
Ola Battery Price:
The 2-wheeler EV giant
Ola Electric
provides a range of electric vehicles, from 2kWh battery capacity to 4kWh. In the 2kWh battery segment, the company provides the Ola S1X model whose battery will cost you somewhere around ₹55,000. On the other hand, the battery of the company’s higher-performance vehicle, the Ola S1X 4kWh variant will cost around Rs ₹80,000 to ₹85,000. Each and every electric scooter of Ola Electric including the company’s flagship product Ola S1 Pro’s battery price also is between ₹87,000 to ₹90,000.Refer to the list below to learn in detail about Ola electric battery prices.
- Ola S1 Pro battery price: ₹87,000 to ₹90,000
- Ola S1 Air battery price: ₹70,000
- Ola S1 X (4kWh) battery price: ₹80,000 to ₹85,000
- Ola S1 X (3kWh) battery price: ₹70,000
- Ola S1 X (2kWh) battery price: ₹55,000
- Ola S1 X+ battery price: Similar to S1 X models, around ₹70,000
Bajaj Chetak Battery Price:
The legacy of “Humara Bajaj” in the electric version is well celebrated in the Indian EV industry. The company’s offering starts from 2.8kWh battery capacity in its
Chetak 2901
variant and goes up to 3.2kWh in the newly launched Chetak 3201. The company provides all of its vehicles in 2 options i.e. Standard and Techpac. Techpac introduces some extra features and riding modes in your vehicle. Although the Chetak battery price does not depend on whatever option you buy, the life of the battery may vary according to the “models” on which you drive your vehicle.For the overall fleet, the Bajaj Chetak battery prices range from ₹60,000 to ₹80,000 depending on the model and its battery capacity.
Ather Battery Price:
The “premium” brand of the electric 2-wheeler segment,
Ather Energy
whose market share is consistently growing in the EV industry, when it comes to its success, has something to do with its battery management strategies. The company’s robust service centres along with its 5-year warranty (8 years extended), have been able to create trust in the audience. The company provides 2.9kWh powered electric scooters such as Ather 450X and high-performance scooters such as Ather Rizta that are powered with 3.7 kWh battery. Concerning its cost, the Ather battery prices lie under the spectrum of ₹60,000 to ₹80,000. Moreover, to know Ather battery prices in detail refer to the list below:- Ather 450X (2.9 kWh): ₹65,000 to ₹70,000
- Ather 450X (3.7 kWh): ₹80,000
- Ather 450S: ₹60,000
- Ather Rizta: should follow Ather 450X pricing, between ₹65,000 and ₹80,000.
Vida Battery Price:
The
Vida electric vehicles
, backed by Hero Motors, are one of the top contenders in the EV industry whose products are widely appreciated and loved. So, if you too are planning to buy a Vida electric scooter and have concerns about its battery price, then don’t worry we have your back. The company provides only 2 electric vehicles, V1 Pro and V1 Plus, with 3.9 kWh and 3.4 kWh of battery capacity respectively. Both vehicles come with 2 removable batteries that can be charged at your convenience. The company provides a 5-year warranty on their electric scooter which includes 24x7 roadside assistance, Home Services and many more facilities.In case of replacement, the Hero Vida V1 Pro battery price will be ₹85,000 approximately. Whereas, the company’s other vehicle Hero Vida V1 Plus battery will cost you around ₹75,000.
TVS Battery price:
Another legacy brand in our EV list is
TVS Motors
. This company is an exception when it comes to battery capacity! What makes it so exceptional is its TVS iQube St electric scooter which comes with a non-conventional, unprecedented, 5.1kWh battery. The brand claims a whooping “real” range of 150km and provides a 3-year or 50,000 km (whichever arrives first) warranty. Well, but wait! There is a slight problem. This vehicle variant has not hit the roads yet! The company has already received orders, but the delivery date is yet to be announced. Therefore, we were not able to find a substantive range of its battery price.The company’s other electric vehicle variant,