OLA 3rd Generation Scooter Launched:
Leading the charge in electric two-wheelers, OLA Electric has given a massive update to its vehicle lineup by launching its third generation electric scooter models. This new portfolio features a total of four variants, all starting at a price of 79,999 INR. In addition, OLA has introduced its new flagship electric scooter, the S1 Pro Plus, which boasts the country’s highest driving range for an electric scooter.
Bhavish Aggarwal, the founder and CEO of OLA Electric, stated, "The new third generation electric scooters have undergone significant transformations, making them superior to previous models. Bhavish said, we're once again the number one electric scooter brand, with the company's share in the electric two-wheeler segment now at 25%." It's notable that the two variants of the second generation model, the S1X and S1X Pro, will continue to be sold.
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What's Special in the Third Generation:
OLA Electric claims the third generation model is built on an entirely new platform. It features a brand-new powertrain. Unlike previous versions equipped with hubless motors, this new scooter uses a dynamic mid-drive electric motor. The motor control unit (MCU) and electric motor are housed within a single box. The company asserts that this powertrain offers an increased driving range than ever before.
Chain Drive:
The third generation models utilize a chain drive system instead of the conventional belt drive. This upgrade enhances the scooter’s performance, and the company has dedicated efforts to optimize the sound of the chain drive. The second generation models employed a belt drive system.
Patented Brake-by-Wire Technology:
Incorporating their patented brake-by-wire technology, OLA Electric’s third generation scooters revolutionize traditional braking. Generally, applying brakes on any two-wheeler generates heat from kinetic energy, affecting brake pad longevity and mileage. However, the brake-by-wire technology uses a patented brake sensor to recognize braking patterns and emergencies, combining mechanical and electronic braking. The kinetic energy is converted into electricity, charging the battery. This technology is touted to improve range by 15% and double the lifespan of brake pads.
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OLA S1 X
The third generation base model, S1X, is available with battery packs of 2kW, 3kW, and 4kW options, priced respectively at 79,999 INR, 89,999 INR, and 99,999 INR. It generates a peak power of 7kW and can reach up to 123 km/h. Remarkably, it accelerates from 0 to 40 km/h in just 3 seconds, and the largest battery pack offers 242 kilometers of range on a single charge.
OLA S1 X+
Focusing heavily on the S1X Plus, the company offers it with a 4kWh battery pack, generating an impressive 11kW peak power. Priced at 1,07,999 INR, it dashes from 0 to 40 km/h in an astounding 2.7 seconds, with a top speed of 125 km/h and a single charge range of 242 kilometers.
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OLA S1 Pro
The previously flagship model, S1 Pro, now comes with 3kWh and 4kWh battery packs, costing 1,14,999 INR and 1,34,999 INR, respectively. It boasts an 11kW peak power motor, rocketing from 0 to 40 km/h in 2.7 seconds, with a single charge range of 242 kilometers.
OLA S1 Pro +
The pinnacle of the third generation line-up, the S1 Pro Plus, is offered with 4kWh and 5kWh battery packs, priced at 1,54,999 INR and 1,69,999 INR, respectively. Equipped with dual-channel anti-lock braking and advanced features, it's the nation's most powerful electric scooter, generating a peak power of 13kW and accelerating from 0 to 40 km/h in a mere 2.1 seconds. The model offers a maximum range of 320 kilometers on a single charge, with a top speed of 141 km/h.
