Best Electric Scooters Under ₹1,50,000: Range, Charging & Reliability

Electric scooters in India are increasingly viable for daily commuting, especially for urban riders who prioritize low running cost, ease of charging, and worry-free ownership. In this guide, we examine top models available for under ₹1,50,000, focusing on range, charging, and reliability to help you pick the best fit.

Some leading electric scooters in this price bracket include TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, Ola S1 Pro, Honda Activa e, and Hero Vida series.

Range & Real-World Performance

• TVS iQube (2.2 variant) offers approximately 123 km claimed range; real-world use suggests 90–110 km in mixed city riding.
• Bajaj Chetak is rated for ~127 km to 155 km depending on variant; many users report 100–130 km under daily conditions.
• Ola S1 Pro claims ranges from 176 km to 242 km in ideal conditions.
• Hero Vida V1 (top variant) claims ~165 km; for moderate use, expect somewhat lower real-world distances.
• Honda Activa e is more modest — ~102 km claim — suited for short urban runs.

Because battery capacity, riding style, traffic, terrain, and temperature affect results, expect 10–20% less than claimed range.

Charging & Fast-Charge Capability

Efficient charging is essential for usability:

• TVS iQube 2.2 supports a 650 W charger, reaching a full charge in 3h 24min.
• Chetak and many others use AC onboard charging (often 1 kW class); full charge typically takes 4–6 hours on home power.
• Suzuki e-Access (lower-cost comparator) takes ~6h 20min on AC and ~2h 12min with DC fast charger, showing the potential gap.
• In practice, many owners charge overnight (8–10 h) using standard sockets. Some models or setups support partial fast charging or DC boosters.

Reliability, Durability & Ownership Experience

• Build & service network: Brands like TVS and Bajaj have extensive service reach, which helps in long-term durability and spare parts availability.
• Battery warranty & degradation: Most OEMs offer ~3–5 years or ~30,000–50,000 km warranty on battery packs.
• Real user feedback: One owner claimed 30,000 km on an EV scooter with minimal servicing beyond brakes and air. > “It cost me around 3 to 4 rs per charge … till date at not a single service was required.”
• Resale & longevity: Models from established brands tend to retain better resale value.
• Charging infrastructure risk: Lack of fast chargers in many cities means reliance on home charging — choose a model with robust battery management.

These Yakuza models are lower-speed/urban class offerings (primarily < 25 km/h or non-RTO) and may suit inner-city commuting, but they won’t match performance or feature sets of the bigger branded scooters above.

Conclusion

If you’re shopping for the best electric scooter under ₹1,50,000, balance range, charging convenience, and reliability carefully. For daily city use, TVS iQube 2.2 stands out with good real-world range and faster charging. Bajaj Chetak offers a strong legacy pedigree and decent range, while Ola S1 Pro brings class-leading claimed range (though real-world may be lower). Hero Vida and Honda Activa e suit niche or short-route users.

Choose a model whose service network, battery warranty, and charging support align with your local ecosystem. In the current EV scooter space in India, that combination often matters more than any headline range number.