The Indian electric two-wheeler market is set to get a boost with several new launches this year. Suzuki is entering the EV segment with its first electric scooter, the e-Access, which is expected to launch in June 2025. The e-Access is designed as an urban commuter and comes with a 3.07 kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery pack, a 4.1 kWh motor, and a claimed riding range of 95 km. It also features a 4.2-inch TFT LCD dashboard with wireless smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth.
Hero’s EV division, Vida, is launching a new electric scooter called the VX2 on July 1. The VX2 will be priced lower than the existing Vida V2 lineup and will borrow styling elements from the V2. Although technical specs have not been announced, it is likely to feature a smaller TFT screen, physical key slot, and standard 12-inch wheels.
Bajaj Auto is also set to launch a lower-cost variant of its top-selling Chetak electric scooter by the end of June 2025. The new entry-level version is likely to be positioned below the Chetak 3503 and will be modeled on the best-selling Chetak 2903 variant. Updates from the 2903 are anticipated, including a higher riding range, improved under-seat storage, and a battery mounted on the floorboards for improved space usage.
TVS is also planning to launch an all-new entry-level electric scooter, reportedly called the TVS Orbiter, later this year. The new model will be placed below the existing iQube range and will aim for budget buyers. Although complete specifications remain to be announced, it will reportedly employ a hub-mounted electric motor and feature less complex hardware to maintain low production costs. The scooter is expected to be priced around ₹1 lakh, making it an attractive option for daily city commutes.
Overall, these new launches are expected to heat up the Indian electric two-wheeler market, offering better options for customers and increasing competition among manufacturers. With improving price, design, and performance, electric scooters are becoming a more viable option for daily commutes, and these new launches are likely to further boost their popularity.