TVS Motor Company introduced the Orbiter V1 electric scooter under a new Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model on March 12, 2026, with a starting price of ₹49,999 (ex-showroom Delhi, including PM e-Drive subsidy). Without opting for BaaS, the scooter is priced at ₹84,500 under the same subsidy conditions. The launch was announced in Lucknow and also informed to both the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India.
The BaaS model marks a shift in how the company is structuring EV ownership. Instead of paying the full cost of the vehicle upfront, buyers can subscribe to battery usage through a monthly plan. Subscription pricing starts at ₹862 per month and includes an extended warranty of five years or up to 70,000 km with unlimited monthly usage during the subscription period. TVS has made the BaaS option available across its electric scooter portfolio, which also includes the TVS iQube.
The Orbiter V1 is equipped with a 1.8 kWh battery that offers a certified IDC range of 86 km per charge. Charging from zero to 80% takes about two hours and 20 minutes, setting it up as a practical option for everyday urban commutes. This model joins the existing Orbiter V2 variant, which has a larger 3.1 kWh battery and was introduced last year. With the V1, TVS now offers two Orbiter variants targeting different price points and range requirements.
In terms of design, the scooter features an 845 mm flat-form seat that aims to provide comfort for both the rider and the pillion. The 290 mm straight-line footboard provides extra legroom, while the upright handlebar is designed to reduce fatigue during long rides. Under-seat storage capacity is rated at 34 litres, which is enough to hold two helmets. TVS describes the design as modern and functional, giving priority to practicality while maintaining visual appeal.
The Orbiter V1 is equipped with several technology features, including a color LCD instrument cluster that displays incoming calls along with standard ride data. Connectivity through a companion mobile application allows users to remotely track battery charge levels and odometer readings. Security features include alerts for accidents, falls, theft, geo-fencing, and time-fencing. Additional functions such as hill hold assist, cruise control, parking assist and turn-by-turn navigation are also included. The scooter offers two riding modes – Eco and Power – both supported by regenerative braking to improve efficiency. Over-the-air software updates allow the vehicle to receive system fixes without requiring a service visit.
According to Gaurav Gupta, President, India 2W Business, TVS Motor Company, this launch represents an important step towards making electric mobility more accessible. He said separating the vehicle price from battery usage costs helps customers better understand the long-term costs of EV ownership. Anirudh Haldar, senior vice president, commuter and EV business, said the feedback from customers using the Orbiter V2 played a role in the decision to introduce a more affordable version. He said models like BaaS can help accelerate EV adoption across a broader consumer base.
TVS Motor Company operates in more than 80 countries and maintains manufacturing facilities in India and Indonesia. The company is the only two-wheeler manufacturer globally to receive the Deming Award for quality. Its broader group portfolio includes Norton Motorcycles in the United Kingdom and TVS eBike Company AG, which holds a significant position in the e-bike market in Switzerland.
The launch comes at a time when India’s electric two-wheeler segment is expanding rapidly, supported by government incentives, rising fuel prices and growing demand for low-emission urban mobility. Competitors like Ola Electric, Ather Energy and Bajaj Auto’s Chetak are also expanding their product line-ups and adjusting prices, intensifying competition, especially in the sub-₹1 lakh segment. It appears that TVS is tailoring the Orbiter V1 and its BaaS model to address affordability – one of the major barriers to widespread EV adoption in the Indian market.
