Ather Launches its Most Powerful 'Apex' Scooter in India

Ather Energy, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer based in India, has introduced its latest electric scooter, the 450 Apex, in the Indian market.

Distinguishing itself from its predecessor, the Ather 450X, the 450 Apex boasts a more robust 7.0 kW/26 Nm motor, enabling it to achieve speeds exceeding 100 kmph, surpassing the 450X's top speed of 90 kmph. The Apex also exhibits improved acceleration, reaching 40 kmph from a standstill in just 2.9 seconds.

While sharing the same 3.7 kWh battery pack as the 450X, the Apex claims an enhanced range of 157 km on a single charge. It offers five riding modes, including the new 'Warp+' mode, balancing accelerated performance without compromising the 75 km range. With a swift 90 ms reaction time, the 450 Apex boasts the fastest throttle response among both traditional ICE scooters and electric vehicles.

Introducing the 'Magic Twist' feature, the scooter can also decelerate without engaging the brakes every time the throttle is released. Aside from these updates, the scooter maintains its core features and hardware.

The Ather 450 Apex is available in the Indium Blue paint option, featuring transparent side panels for an attention-grabbing appearance. Additionally, it comes with an extended 5-year/60,000 km battery warranty, a notable increase from the 3-year/30,000 km coverage provided for the 450X.

Currently, it sells the Ather 450X in the Nepalese market. The 450X comes with two battery options, offering a wider range of choices for customers. The 2.9 kWh battery version is priced at Rs 3.85 Lakh, while the 3.7 kWh battery version is available for Rs 4.20 Lakh.The 450X is renowned for its outstanding features, including ParkAssist, AutoHold, FallSafe, a 7-inch TFT touchscreen with integrated Google Maps, a maximum speed of 90 km/hr, and an officially certified range of 146 km.