Ola Electric S1 X (Gen 3)
The Ola Electric S1 X (Gen 3) is a budget electric scooter starting at Rs 69,999 (ex-showroom), built for first-time EV buyers who want the cheapest possible way into electric two-wheeler ownership. It comes in three battery sizes, 2 kWh, 3 kWh and 4 kWh, with ARAI-claimed range running from 108 km on the base pack up to 242 km on the top 4 kWh variant priced at Rs 1,06,000; no independent real-world range test exists for this model yet, so treat these figures as claimed, not tested.
Is the Ola Electric S1 X (Gen 3) right for you?
Best for
- Short daily commutes of 20-40 km, where even the base 2 kWh pack's 108 km ARAI range leaves comfortable buffer
- Buyers who want the lowest entry price into EV ownership and would rather pay more for a bigger battery than switch models later
- Riders near Ola's Hypercharger network who want fast top-ups (10-70% in about 35 minutes) rather than depending only on overnight home charging
- A simple second scooter for local errands and short trips rather than long intercity riding
Think twice if
- Buyers who want a touchscreen dashboard; the S1 X uses a basic 4.3-inch segmented LCD instead
- Riders chasing stronger performance; all three variants share the same 7 kW motor, so acceleration doesn't improve with a bigger battery
- Anyone who wants disc brakes as standard; the disc/brake-by-wire setup is limited to the top 4 kWh trim only
- Buyers who need a verified real-world range figure before committing; only ARAI-claimed numbers are available for this model right now
EVz Score: 8.6 / 10 Outstanding
Computed from catalogue data, not opinion, for the S1 X 4 kWh variant (the model's best). Range-based components use the claim adjusted by the fleet-wide measured average shortfall, never the raw claim. How the score works.
Available colours
5 exterior colours offered. Swatches are approximate on-screen representations, not official paint codes, and availability can vary by variant.
Variants, specs, on-road price and running cost
Charging: Bundled AC home charger; Hypercharger fast charge 10-70% in ~35 min at Ola stations
- Ex-showroom₹69,999
- Road tax waived for EVs₹0
- Registration waived for EVs₹0
- Insurance (est.)₹1,400
- State EV subsidy−₹30,000
EV road tax & registration are waived in Delhi.
At Rs 8/kWh vs Rs 105/litre, 30 km/kWh. Model your own commute in the savings calculator.
Compare all 3 variants
| Variant | Price | Battery | Range | Charging | Motor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S1 X 2 kWh | ₹69,999 | 2 kWh | 108 km ARAI | Bundled AC home charger; Hypercharger fast charge 10-70% in ~35 min at Ola stations | 7 kW |
| S1 X 3 kWh | ₹96,500 | 3 kWh | 176 km ARAI | Bundled AC home charger; Hypercharger fast charge 10-70% in ~35 min | 7 kW |
| S1 X 4 kWh | ₹1,06,000 | 4 kWh | 242 km ARAI | Bundled AC home charger; Hypercharger fast charge 10-70% in ~35 min | 7 kW |
"real" = independently tested; "ARAI" = manufacturer's certified claim. Pick a variant above to see its city on-road price and running cost.
Charging and living with it
Charging: Bundled AC home charger; Hypercharger fast charge 10-70% in ~35 min at Ola stations. Most owners charge overnight at home; plan public or workplace charging for longer trips. Charging is kept simple: a bundled AC charger handles overnight home charging on every variant, and access to Ola's Hypercharger network adds fast top-ups (10-70% in about 35 minutes) for riders who don't want to wait on a full home charge.
5-year cost of ownership
Based on 40 km/day, the Ola Electric S1 X (Gen 3) S1 X 2 kWh costs about ₹320/month to run versus ₹2,800/month for a comparable petrol scooter, a saving of ₹30,174/year at July 2026 prices.
| Monthly | Annual | 5-year | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | ₹2,800 | ₹34,067 | ₹1,70,335 |
| EV | ₹320 | ₹3,893 | ₹19,465 |
| You save | ₹2,480 | ₹30,174 | ₹1,50,870 |
Assumes 45 km/l petrol, 30 km/kWh EV, ₹105/l petrol and ₹8/kWh electricity, 40 km/day. Figures as of July 2026.
Strengths
- Aggressive entry pricing from ₹69,999 (2 kWh)
- Wide battery choice (2 / 3 / 4 kWh) to match budget and range
- Up to 242 km IDC range on the 4 kWh pack
- Hypercharger fast-charge support (10-70% in ~35 min)
Watch-outs
- Basic 4.3-inch segmented LCD instead of a touchscreen
- 7 kW motor across all S1 X packs limits outright performance
- Disc brake / brake-by-wire only on the top 4 kWh trim
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FAQ
What is the real-world range of the Ola S1 X (Gen 3)?
There is no independently tested real-world range for the S1 X yet. What's published is ARAI-claimed range: 108 km on the 2 kWh pack, 176 km on the 3 kWh pack, and 242 km on the top 4 kWh variant. Actual riding range typically runs lower than these lab figures, so plan with a margin.
Which S1 X variant should I buy?
If your daily commute is under 30-40 km, the base 2 kWh at Rs 69,999 is the cheapest way in. If you want fewer charging stops or occasional longer rides, the 4 kWh at Rs 1,06,000 (242 km ARAI) is also the only variant with disc brake and brake-by-wire, worth it if stopping power matters to you.
How fast does the Ola S1 X charge?
It ships with a bundled AC charger for overnight home charging on all variants, plus support for Ola's Hypercharger network, which can take the battery from 10 to 70 percent in about 35 minutes for quick top-ups when you're out and about.
Does a bigger battery mean better performance too?
No. The 2 kWh, 3 kWh and 4 kWh variants all use the same 7 kW motor, so acceleration and top speed stay the same across the range. A bigger pack buys you more range, and on the 4 kWh trim, better brakes, but not more power.
Is the Ola S1 X good value against rivals?
At Rs 69,999 for the base pack, it's among the most affordable electric scooters on sale today, with the flexibility to step up to 176 km or 242 km ARAI range without changing models. The trade-off is a basic segmented LCD instead of a touchscreen and disc brakes only on the top variant, so value depends on how much those features matter to you.
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