Electric Two‑Wheelers India 2025: Market Growth, Top Models & Buying Guide

India’s electric two‑wheeler market surged in 2025, with sales up ~21% year‑on‑year to 1.14 million units in FY25. Passenger scooters dominate this growth story, accounting for over 80% of EV share. This article explores the best models—TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Ola S1 Pro, Ultraviolette Tesseract, and Hero Vida VX2—and offers a sharp buying guide for 2025.

Market Growth & Trends

• e2W segment hit ~1.05 lakh units in June 2025, up 32% YoY.
• TVS leads with +58% growth, Bajaj +75%, Ather +75%, and Hero skyrocketing +165%.

Top Models 2025

TVS iQube

Powered by a 4.4 kWh motor producing 140 Nm, it hits 78 km/h and 0–40 km/h in 4.2 s, with ~145–212 km real‑world range. TVS sold ~55,000 units in early FY26, making it India’s best‑selling EV scooter; widely praised for balanced cost, service, and tech.

Ather Rizta

Family‑oriented with 159–160 km IDC range, 80 km/h top speed, 7″ TFT, removable batteries, navigation, and 34 L boot. Ather plans to double its dealership network to 700 by March 2026.

Ola S1 Pro

With a 195 km range, 115 km/h top speed, Hyper Mode, voice control, and touchscreen, it’s the range king. Ola is seeking margin expansion to 35–40% by FY2026, despite recent losses.

Ultraviolette Tesseract

A premium sport EV scooter: 3.5 kWh battery, 167 km range, 125 km/h top speed, 0–60 km/h in 2.9 s, dashcams, blind‑spot detection, and wireless charging .

Hero Vida VX2

Budget-friendly with 142 km (3.4 kWh Plus) or 92 km (2.2 kWh Go) range, fast‑charging, 80 km/h, removable battery, 33 L storage, LED lights, OTA updates, and BaaS option from ₹59 k–₹109 k.

Buying Guide 2025

• Range & Battery: Prioritize IDC‑rated range (e.g., Ola S1 Pro’s 195 km for longer commutes; Vida VX2 for local rides).
• Performance & Speed: Opt for TVS iQube or Tesseract for quick acceleration and highway readiness.
• Tech & Features: Touchscreens, OTA, safety (dashcam, ABS) matter: standard on Tesseract, Ather, Ola.
• Price & Ownership Cost: Vida VX2 and TVS iQube offer competitive pricing (~₹85–1.10 L). Consider battery‑as‑a‑service for lower entry cost.
• After‑Sales & Support: Check dealer density—Ather boosting to 700 outlets; TVS and Bajaj already widespread.
• Brand & Resale Value: Legacy players (TVS, Bajaj, Hero) provide reliability and resale confidence.

Conclusion

The TVS iQube continues to lead with its balanced mix of price, range, and performance—ideal for daily commuters. Meanwhile, Ather Rizta excels in family-friendly tech, Ola S1 Pro for long-range and smart features, Ultraviolette Tesseract caters to premium sport EV enthusiasts, and Hero Vida VX2 brings EV ownership within reach for budget-conscious buyers. Your choice should align with commute length, required tech, performance needs, and after-sales support. India’s EV two‑wheeler revolution is accelerating—with models tailored for every rider in 2025.