Ola Electric’s roadmap for 2026 is crystal clear: premium electric motorcycles, ShaktiUPS, and Container BESS are the headline acts.
The company seems determined to position itself as a high-tech, premium EV player rather than a mass-market disruptor.
Ola Electric Motorcycles due in 2026
But in the process, we at PlugInCaroo are guessing that Ola appears to have quietly sidelined its Gig scooter, Z-Series scooter, and even the much-discussed electric autorickshaw… the smallCar? well that could be 3-5yrs down the line.
At first glance, Ola Electric’s recent challenges—delays in product launches, financial losses, and growing market skepticism—might seem like signs of a struggling company. However, a deeper analysis reveals that the reality is entirely different.
Scooters have become a popular choice for commuting in India due to their affordability, ease of use, and versatility. Among the market leaders, Honda Activa and TVS Jupiter have firmly established themselves as reliable petrol-driven options, while Ola Electric S1X signifies the emerging dominance of electric scooters.
Lets compare the features, advantages, and areas of consideration for these scooters.
The Honda Activa offers two models: the Activa 110 and Activa 125. The Activa 110 provides a balance between affordability and mileage, delivering around 50 km per litre and priced around ₹80,000.
On the other hand, the Activa 125, priced around ₹85,000, caters to those seeking enhanced power and additional features like a digital console.
Both models uphold Honda’s reputation for reliability, making them appealing to riders in urban areas.
Similarly, the TVS Jupiter features two variants: the Jupiter 110 and Jupiter 125.
MILEAGE: Kitna deti hai?
As far as mileage is concerned Ola Electric S 1 X leads the pack with 906kms per Rs 103 (cost of 1ltr Petrol) or 151 kilometres from a single charge which costs around Rs 15.
For every litre of petrol price, or hundred and three rupees, an Ola owner can charge his scooter at least 6 times.
This gives him a range of around 906 kilometers.
This means that for Rs 103 the Ola owner can ride for 906 kilometers. This is huge savings.
Honda Activa 110 gives around 60 kilometers per liter, followed by Jupiter 110.
But Jupiter’s 125 gives slightly better mileage of 50 kilometers than Activa 125 which gives around 47 kilometers of range per liter.
In conclusion: the choice between these scooters depends on individual priorities—be it mileage, advanced features, eco-friendliness, or cost-effectiveness.
For traditional petrol scooter enthusiasts, the Activa and Jupiter offer dependable options across varying budgets. But the increasing petrol costs adds considerable burden on the customer’s pocket.
Ola Electric S1X has the lowest maintenance and operation costs. But unless you have a fixed parking spot near your building with charging point Electric Scooters are not for you.
It is ultimately, one’s commuting needs that shape the decision, ensuring that whether petrol-powered or electric, the ideal scooter should cater to the rider’s lifestyle.
You know it … I know it… we all know it… the Petrol Industry is going to collapse. The people who REFUSED to innovate in Electric Vehicles are today feeling threatened. Are they using their clout in the various departments to PREVENT OLA ELECTRIC from selling electric scooters in the market?
NEVER IN THE HISTORY OF INDIA … almost EVERY department is taking action against one company… WHY?
If you google search “Problems with Chetak Electric Scooter” or Ather or iQube… you will find the exact same problems… THEN WHY ONLY OLA IS SINGLED OUT for INTENSE, REGULAR media coverage and govt dept action? … WHY?
When 1 company is trying to manufacture electric 2 wheelers, 3 wheelers and Li-Ion batteries to make India Self sufficient in energy… why these companies are trying to STOP it?
These petrol scooter companies refused to make eScooters until Ola Electric started… they refused to make electric autorickshaws until Ola Electric announced plans to start manufacturing of Ola Electric Rickshaw.
These petrol scooter companies who have grown super rich by a generation of peddling scooters… still have no plans of manufacturing Li-Ion batteries in India.
Do they have an Petrol/crude oil agenda?
Do they want to keep India a slave who is dependent upon Crude Oil?
Do they want to keep India a slave of buying the US Dollar?
Q1. Will these govt departments also take action other electric scooters having same problems?.. or are they waiting for Kunal Kamra to highlight these issues? …
The Indian two-wheeler market has witnessed a significant shift in recent years, with petrol scooters experiencing a notable decline in sales especially in November-December 2024.
This trend is indicative of a broader movement towards sustainable and eco-friendly transportation solutions; signalling the end of the petrol (ICE) age in India.
STOP PRESS… Ola Electric is now available with Portable Batteries for only Rs 39,999/- (US $ 475)…QUITE UNBELIEVABLE THAT INDIA IS LEADING THE 2WHEELER EV REVOLUTION!!! … Ather is now truly buried!
This is the first time a branded EV company is launching an eScooter in…
There is so much negativity about Ola Electric IPO! So much so that it is nauseating. It also seems Google & YouTube too are against this IPO. Those creators who make negative news about Ola Electric IPO are getting higher visibility. Most YouTuber share-market “analysts” have written negatively about a company which is THE market leader… that too by 30 percent.
Do the analyst think it is a JOKE to get 30% of a market which has the three of the BIGGEST 2-wheeler makers in the world (Hero Motors, Bajaj & TVS)? If they do then it shows their intelligence.
Or should we just call them “Chart-walle-bhaiya-log”?
These were the same “Chart-walle-bhaiya-log” who used to call Suzlon a “flop” company or Fluk-Company.
They also used to call Tata Motors a flop company last year when its shares were trading below Rs 120.
Investment in Ola Electric will reap benefits only in long term (10+ years). The company is in loss due to heavy investment in plant & machinery and will turn profitable over the years. This year it just set up plant for manufacturing Li-Ion batteries and started manufacturing leaving Exide & Amara Raja far behind.
Then there is eRickshaw & eCar manufacturing. All this is capital intensive.
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