2025 TVS iQube S & ST Launched in India: Up to 212km Range, New Features & Prices!

TVS Motor Company has officially launched the updated 2025 lineup of its popular iQube electric scooter, introducing significant enhancements to the iQube S and iQube ST variants. Rolled out around mid-May 2025, these new models come with improved battery capacities, extended range, subtle design refreshments, and notably, revised pricing that makes several variants more affordable.

The 2025 refresh aims to bolster TVS's strong position in the burgeoning Indian electric two-wheeler market, where it currently holds a significant share. The updates focus on addressing key customer considerations like range anxiety, feature richness, and value for money.

2025 TVS iQube S: More Range and Value

The mid-tier 2025 TVS iQube S receives a noteworthy upgrade in its battery department.

• Battery and Range: It is now equipped with a slightly larger 3.5kWh battery pack (up from the previous 3.3kWh/3.4kWh unit). This enhancement pushes the IDC (Indian Driving Cycle) claimed range to an impressive 145 km on a single charge, making it more practical for daily commutes and longer urban rides.
• Performance: The iQube S continues to be powered by a hub-mounted electric motor with a peak power output of 4.4 kW (5.9 bhp). It offers a top speed of around 78 kmph and can accelerate from 0 to 40 kmph in approximately 4.2 seconds.
• Key Features: The iQube S comes with a 7-inch TFT display (with options for a 5-inch display in some configurations, impacting price). It supports HMI (Human Machine Interface) integration and a suite of connected features. Other practical inclusions are a generous 32-litre under-seat storage compartment, a USB charging port, and all-LED lighting. A front disc brake is standard for enhanced safety.
• Pricing: The 2025 TVS iQube S is now more attractively priced, starting from approximately ₹1.09 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 5-inch display version, and around ₹1.17 lakh to ₹1.18 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) for the model with the 7-inch TFT display. This represents a price reduction compared to its predecessor.
• Design Updates: Some reports indicate that the iQube S, along with the ST, now features new beige-coloured inner panels and a dual-tone brown and beige seat, adding a touch of premiumness.

2025 TVS iQube ST: The Range Topper with Premium Offerings

The top-of-the-line 2025 TVS iQube ST solidifies its premium positioning with even more substantial upgrades, particularly in range and features. It is now available in two battery configurations:

• Battery and Range:
  • A new 3.5kWh battery variant for the ST line, offering an IDC range of 145 km, similar to the iQube S.
  • The flagship ST variant boasts an upgraded 5.3kWh battery pack (increased from the previous 5.1kWh unit). This larger battery delivers a class-leading IDC range of up to 212 km on a full charge, significantly addressing range anxiety.
• Performance: Like the S variant, the ST models are powered by the 4.4 kW peak power hub-mounted motor. The top speed for the ST variants can go up to 82 kmph, with 0-40 kmph acceleration taking about 4.5 seconds for the heavier ST version.
• Premium Features: The iQube ST is loaded with technology. The higher-spec ST variant features a vibrant 7-inch touchscreen TFT display. It offers a comprehensive suite of over 118 connected features, including Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, voice assist, Alexa skillset integration, music control, call and SMS alerts, geo-fencing, live location status, and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).
• Pricing:
  • The iQube ST with the 3.5kWh battery is priced at approximately ₹1.28 lakh (ex-showroom).
  • The range-topping iQube ST with the 5.3kWh battery is now available for around ₹1.59 lakh to ₹1.60 lakh (ex-showroom). This variant has received a significant price cut of roughly ₹25,000 to ₹26,500, making it a more compelling proposition.
• Design Enhancements: The iQube ST benefits from distinct visual upgrades, including beige-finished inner panels, a stylish dual-tone seat, and a neatly integrated pillion backrest, enhancing both its aesthetic appeal and passenger comfort.

Common Upgrades, Charging, and Other Details

• Charging: Both the iQube S and ST variants with the 3.5kWh battery, when paired with a 950W fast charger, can achieve an 80% charge in approximately 3 hours. The iQube ST with the larger 5.3kWh battery takes about 4 hours and 18 minutes for an 0-80% charge using an offboard charger. The base iQube 2.2kWh variant continues with a slower charger.
• Shared Features: All iQube models benefit from features like regenerative braking, LED lighting, ample under-seat storage (32 litres in S and ST), and robust suspension setups (telescopic front forks and hydraulic twin tube shock absorbers at the rear).
• Broader iQube Lineup: The base TVS iQube (with a 2.2kWh battery and a new 3.5kWh battery option) has also seen price revisions, making the entry point to the iQube family more accessible, starting from around ₹94,434 (ex-showroom Delhi for the 2.2kWh version).

Market Impact and Competition

With these updates, TVS Motor Company is set to intensify competition in the Indian electric scooter market. The 2025 iQube S and ST, with their enhanced range, updated features, and more competitive pricing, are well-positioned against rivals such as the Bajaj Chetak, Ather Rizta and 450X series, Ola S1 Pro, Honda Activa Electric (upcoming), Simple Energy One, and Ampere Nexus.

Conclusion

The launch of the 2025 TVS iQube S and ST variants marks a significant step by TVS to offer more versatile and value-packed electric scooters. The increased range options, particularly the 212 km offered by the top-spec ST, combined with smart features and revised, often lower, prices, make the new iQube lineup a highly attractive option for a wide range of electric scooter buyers in India.