Ola Electric has announced the launch of the new S1 and S1 Pro electric scooters in the Indian market. Here we tell you the top five highlights of the new Ola S1 and the Ola S1 Pro. We also tell you if the new Ola S1 series can be an ideal replacement for your 125cc scooter.
Design and Styling
The new Ola S1 series is based on the Etergo AppScooter. However, it isn’t an imported product. In fact, almost the entire scooter, with the exception of the battery, is made in India. In terms of design, the new Ola S1 series includes minimalistic styling that looks subtle, yet appealing. The design isn’t overcooked which makes the scooter very likeable and should appeal to a wide range of buyers. The styling cues include a compact twin-pod headlight with an LED DRL ring, apron-mounted sleek LED indicators, a body-coloured front fender, curvy side panels, a sleek LED taillight at the back, an external charging point, and a split-style pillion grabrail. The scooter boasts a 36-litre under-seat storage space that can accommodate two open-face helmets.
Ola Electric will offer the S1 series is 10 colour options that would feature satin, matte, and glossy finishes. The base model is listed in five colours while the Pro variant is available in 10 choices.
Specifications
The electric motor on the S1 and the S1 Pro is tuned to deliver 8.5kW of peak power and 58Nm of maximum torque. The base variant of the scooter boasts a top speed of 90kmph and a claimed range of 121km per charge. The Pro version, on the other hand, comes with a claimed top speed of 115kmph and features a claimed range of 181km per charge. The 0-40kmph acceleration timings for the S1 and the S1 Pro stand at 3.6 seconds and three seconds, respectively.
Technology and Features
The Ola S1 series is packed with a long list of features. Standard features on both variants include keyless operations, proximity lock, remote boot lock, call alert, message alert, infotainment system, built-in speakers, side-stand alert, anti-theft alert, geo-fencing, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, onboard navigation, limp home mode, reverse mode, get home mode, take-me-home lights, find my scooter, HMI moods with sound, electronic steering lock, HMI brightness adjuster, welcome screen, OTA updates, manual SOS, and predictive maintenance. The S1 Pro further benefits from the hill-hold system, cruise control, and voice assist tech. The S1 comes with two riding modes (Normal and Sport) while the S1 Pro variant features three modes (Normal, Sport, and Hyper).
The feature list on the S1 series also includes full-LED lighting, a touch-screen display, Ola’s self-developed MoveOS system, a mono-shock at the front, a horizontally-mounted rear mono-shock, disc brakes on both wheels, and a combined braking system.
Battery, Range, and Charging Infrastructure
The battery capacity for the base variant and the Pro model stands at 2.98kW and 3.97kW, respectively. The base model is claimed to deliver a range of 121km while the Pro variant can cover 181km before you need to plug it into a charger. The charging time at home is rated at 4 hours and 48 minutes for the base model and 6 hours and 30 minutes for the Pro variant. Ola Electric will also install Fast Chargers at strategic locations. These Fast Chargers can recharge the battery pack for a range of 75km in 18 minutes.
Pricing and Availability
The new Ola S1 series comprises two variants – S1 and S1 Pro. The base model has been priced at Rs 99,999 while the Pro variant has been listed at Rs 1,29,999. These prices include the benefits received from the FAME-II subsidy. The state-level subsidies further reduce the prices, and the electric scooter is available at as low as Rs 79,999 in Gujarat. Check out the complete price list below:
Delhi
S1: Rs 85,099
S1 Pro: Rs 1,10,149
Gujarat
S1: Rs 79,999
S1 Pro: Rs 1,09,999
Maharashtra
S1: Rs 94,999
S1 Pro: 1,24,999
Rajasthan
S1: Rs 89,968
S1 Pro: Rs 1,19,138
Other States
S1: Rs 99,999
S1 Pro: Rs 1,29,999
The sales are scheduled to commence from 8 September, 2021 while deliveries will start from October this year. The company plans to commence deliveries across 1,000 cities and towns in the country. Until then, the S1 series is available for reservations on the company’s website for a token amount of Rs 499.
Can it replace your internal combustion engine scooter?
The Ola S1 series is among the appealing electric scooters in the Indian market, and it should grab the attention of tech-savvy young buyers. The subtle yet appealing design, on the other hand, should attract the attention of mature buyers. The scooter packs promising performance and range, which should address the concerns of the owners of the conventional scooters. The long battery range and promising performance does make it a tempting option, but it still cannot be the only vehicle in your garage. Maybe a swappable battery setup would’ve made it even more practical, although that isn’t on the cards yet. A non-removable battery pack would also cause charging issues for people living on higher floors.
The Ola S1 series has received a promising response and the company got nearly one lakh interests in the first 24 hours of opening registration. Ola Electric may not face a supply issue either as the Ola Futurefactory would be capable of producing 10 million vehicles annually.
