TVS launched all new Smart Electric Scooter in India – TVS iQube

TVS iQube is an electric scooter available at a starting price of Rs. 92,503 in India. It is available in only 1 variant and 1 colour. TVS iQube generates 3000 W power from its motor. TVS iQube comes up with front disc and rear drum brakes.

Similar to a number of major manufacturers, TVS also became a part of the green revolution as it recently launched the iQube electric scooter in India. First electric two-wheeler from the manufacturer, the iQube gets conventional scooter-like design along with a slew of modern features while promising decent performance and battery range.

While the overall silhouette of the iQube looks like that of a traditional scooter, it gets a few design touches which lend it a futuristic appeal. This includes sleek headlamp and tail lamp design along with a U-shaped LED DRL on the handlebar cowl. TVS has also paid attention towards its practicality by giving it a roomy seat, spacious footboard, large underseat storage compartment and luggage hooks. It also gets an underseat USB charging socket for juicing up the electronics devices.

Powering the iQube are three lithium-ion batteries which collectively have a power rating of 2.25kWh. While it fully charges in around five hours, the claimed range stands at 75kms. Propelling the scooter is a 4.4kW hub-mounted BLDC motor which produces 140Nm of torque at the wheel. TVS claims it can achieve a top speed of 40kmph in Eco mode and 78kmph in Sport mode while the 0-40kmph acceleration time is 4.2 seconds.

The iQube also comes loaded with features such as full-LED lighting along with a full-colour TFT instrument cluster sporting TVS’ SmartXonnect function. It allows connecting the display with smartphone through Bluetooth for giving access to various information such as ride stats, remote battery range and geo fencing. This console also gets navigation feature and shows incoming call and message notifications. Interestingly, the iQube has been equipped with a Q-Park feature for easier parking.

It rides on 12-inch wheels which are suspended by telescopic forks up front and dual shock absorbers at the rear. Braking is handled by a disc brake at the front and a drum brake at the rear. The iQube tips the scales at 118kgs.

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TVS iQube Price:

The TVS iQube is priced at Rs 1,00,777 (on-road Delhi) and Rs 1,07,938 lakh (on-road Bengaluru).

TVS iQube Features:

The TVS iQube electric scooter features an all-LED lighting system, a TFT instrument cluster along with smartphone connectivity. Using this, one can access features like navigation assist, geo-fencing, range, charge status, ride statistics, and overspeed alert. Adding to the usability, the company also offers a USB charging port and a boot light as standard.

TVS iQube Motor:

The TVS iQube is powered by a 4.4kW electric hub motor, which produces 140Nm of torque at the wheel. TVS claims the electric scooter can reach a top speed of 78kmph while 0-40kmph acceleration takes 4.2 seconds. The iQube comes with two riding modes namely Eco and Sport. For better range, the top speed of the TVS electric scooter is restricted to 40kmph in Eco mode. The motor is linked to a 2.25kWh lithium-ion battery located under the floorboard. It offers a claimed range of 75km and takes 6-7 hours to charge completely using a 5A charging socket. TVS says the iQube could be offered with fast-charging capabilities in the future given there’s enough demand for it.

TVS iQube Suspension & Brakes:

The TVS iQube rides on telescopic forks and twin shock absorbers. Brakes include a front disc and a rear drum. It rolls on 12-inch alloy wheels on both ends. The electric scooter weighs 118kg kerb. TVS offers a 3-year/50,000km warranty on the iQube.

TVS iQube Pricing:

The TVS iQube competes against other premium electric scooters like the Ather 450X, Ola S1, Bajaj Chetak and the Simple One. Price-wise it competes with the TVS Apache RTR 160 and the Pulsar 150.