13 October 2023

TOP 3 cheapest electric scooters in India | Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER, Okinawa Lite or Ampere Magnus Pro, which is number 1?

As India continues to embrace ecofriendly transportation, electric scooters have gained immense popularity and the top three in terms of price, specs and mileage are Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER, Okinawa Lite and Ampere Magnus Pro, though not in that order. So, which one is number one?

If you’re on a budget but still want to go green, you can explore these cheapest electric scooters available in India as your options.

Here are the detailed descriptions, specifications, and mileage information, so that you can make an informed decision without much financial burden.


Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER

The Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER is one of the most budget-friendly electric scooters, priced around Rs 71,990 (ex-showroom).

\Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER
Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER.

This electric scooter is designed fo\r urban commuters, who want a convenient and cost-effective way to move around. Here are some key specifications of the Hero e-scooter:


Motor and battery

It comes with a 600W brushless DC motor. The scooter has a 48V, 28Ah lithium-ion battery, which takes nearly 4-5 hours to charge fully.


Range and top speed

On a single charge, the Optima HS500 ER can travel up to 50 km. It comes with a top speed of 42 km an hour.


Weight capacity and other features

The Optima scooter can carry a maximum load of 150 kg. It is loaded with features such as LED headlamps, digital display, and telescopic suspension which provide a comfortable ride.
 

Okinawa Lite

The Okinawa Lite is yet another budget-friendly electric scooter priced at around Rs 63,990. Its USPs are its reliability and mileage. Here are the specifications:

Okinawa Lite
Okinawa Lite -- Photo: Okinawa.
Motor and battery

The Okinawa Lite is propelled by a 250W brushless DC motor. It has a 48V, 1.25 kWh detachable lithium-ion battery that takes 4-5 hours to charge fully.


Range and top speed

The scooter has a range of 50-60 km on a single charge. Top speed is 25 km an hour.
 

Weight capacity and additional features

The e-scooter has a capacity to handle a maximum load of 150 kg. It is also loaded with features like LED headlamps, anti-theft alarm, and a comfortable seating for riders.
 

Ampere Magnus Pro

The Ampere Magnus Pro is priced at Rs 74,991 and is another cost-effective electric scooter with fascinating features. The Ampere scooter’s specifications are:

Ampere Magnus Pro
Ampere Magnus Pro -- Photo: Auto X.

Motor and battery

It is offered with a 1.2 kW hub motor. The scooter has a 60V, 30Ah lithium-ion battery pack, which can fully charge in 5-6 hours.


Range and top speed

On a single charge, the Magnus Pro can cover around 75-80 km. It offers a top speed of 55 km an hour.
 

Weight capacity and additional features

The maximum load this scooter can take is 150 kg. The Magnus Pro comes with a LED headlamp, digital display, regenerative braking and a comfortable riding posture.
 

E-Vroooom’s views

For ranking the Top Three electric scooters, we are considering the price, specs and mileage and we rank Ampere Magnus Pro as number three (8.3/10), considering its huge cost, Okinawa Lite as number two (8.5/10) as even being the cheapest e-scooter, it lacks adequate features, and Hero Electric Optima HS500 ER is the number one (8.7/10), considering that it is fairly cheap and has commendable features.
 

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