Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer Ather Energy has officially launched its flagship electric scooter, the 450 Apex, with a starting price of Rs 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom). The company had already started accepting bookings for the scooter last month, with a token amount of Rs 2,500. Deliveries of the electric scooter are set to begin in March 2024.
The Ather 450 Apex comes with several upgrades compared to its predecessor, the Ather 450X. It boasts a more powerful 7.0 kW/26 Nm motor, allowing it to surpass speeds of 100 kmph. In contrast, the 450X had a top speed of 90 kmph. The Apex also offers better acceleration, reaching 40 kmph from a standstill in just 2.9 seconds.
The flagship scooter shares the same 3.7 kWh battery pack as the 450X, but with an improved claimed range of 157 km on a single charge. It features five riding modes, including the new ‘Warp+’ mode, which offers enhanced acceleration without compromising the range of 75 km. Another notable feature is ‘Magic Twist,’ which allows the scooter to slow down without using the brakes every time the throttle is released.
The Ather 450 Apex is available in the Indium Blue paint option and features transparent side panels, giving it an eye-catching appearance. It also comes with an extended 5-year/60,000 km battery warranty, in comparison to the 3-year/30,000 km coverage provided for the 450X. Other than these changes, the scooter remains largely the same, with similar features and hardware.
