The TVS X electric scooter: A New Addition to TVS Motor Company’s Electric Portfolio
TVS Motor Company has recently launched its new electric scooter, the TVS X, in the Indian market. This is the second electric scooter in TVS’ portfolio, following the i-Cube. Bookings for the TVS X are now open in India, with deliveries set to begin in Bengaluru in December and other cities by March 2024. Here are some key details about the TVS X electric scooter:
Design
The TVS X electric scooter boasts a futuristic design language and is based on the newly developed XLETON platform, which may be used in future electric models. It features an aluminum alloy frame that is claimed to be 2.5 times stronger than other scooter frames. The scooter has an aggressive front design and futuristic styling cues.
Features
The TVS X comes with a range of features including front and rear disc brakes, keyless ignition, anti-theft alarm, three different ride modes, regenerative braking system, adjustable levers, cruise control, LED lighting, single-channel ABS system, and premium switchgear.
10.2-inch Touchscreen Display
The TVS X electric scooter features a 10.2-inch touchscreen display, the largest on any production scooter in India. The display offers various features including internet browsing, video streaming (YouTube Shorts and Instagram Reels), trip and ride details, music functionality, and safety-related features.
Powertrain and Performance
The TVS X electric scooter is equipped with a 4.4 kWh battery and a PMSM motor with 7 kW rated power and 11 kW peak power. It can accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in 2.6 seconds and has a top speed of 105 km/h. The scooter offers a riding range of 140 km on a single charge.
Range and Charging
The TVS X claims a range of 140 km on a single charge and comes with riding modes including Stealth Mode, Strive Mode, and Sonic Mode. The battery can be charged from 0-50% in less than an hour with the SmartX Home Charging 3KW charger, and from 0 to 80% in 3 hours and 40 minutes with a 950W regular charger.
Price
The TVS X electric scooter is priced at Rs 2.50 lakh (ex-showroom) and is not eligible for the FAME-II subsidy from the central government. The first 2,000 owners of the ‘First Edition’ will receive benefits of up to Rs 18,000.
News Summary:
- TVS Motor Company has launched the TVS X electric scooter in India.
- Bookings are open with a token amount of Rs 5,000.
- Deliveries will begin in Bengaluru in December and expand to other cities by March 2024.
- The TVS X features a futuristic design and is based on the XLETON platform.
- It comes with a range of features including a 10.2-inch touchscreen display.
- The scooter has a claimed range of 140 km on a single charge and can accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in 2.6 seconds.
- Charging options include a SmartX Home Charging 3KW charger and a 950W regular charger.
- The TVS X is priced at Rs 2.50 lakh (ex-showroom) and does not qualify for the FAME-II subsidy.
