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Top 5 Highlights Of The TVS Orbiter Electric Scooter - The New Entry-Level Standard?
TVS Motor Company recently launched the Orbiter, a new electric scooter tailored for urban commuters in India. Positioned below the iQube in pricing and specs, the TVS Orbiter caters to entry-level EV buyers.
The new TVS Orbiter rivals the likes of the entry-level Bajaj Chetak and the Ola S1 X. Let's take a look at the top 5 features of the TVS Orbiter.
1. The Most Affordable TVS Electric Scooter
The Orbiter slides into TVS's lineup as its most budget-friendly electric scooter. It occupies the entry-level slot beneath the 2.1kWh variant of the iQube, with a starting price of ₹99,900 ex-showroom.
2. Practical and Spacious Design
Functionality is central to the Orbiter's design. The new TVS Orbiter sports a wide handlebar and a long and straight footboard for added comfort. Its also features a long and flat seat, under which sits a 34-litre storage area that can fit two helmets with ease.
3. Six Distinct Colour Options
TVS offers six vibrant shades for the Orbiter: Neon Sunburst, Stratos Blue, Lunar Grey, Stellar Silver, Cosmic Titanium, and Martian Copper. All these colour options are dual tone with the brighter shade covering a large panel that flows from the front apron, under the floorboard and back up the sides of the electric scooter.
4. Technology and Connectivity Features
Despite its price, the Orbiter packs a lot of tech. It offers cruise control, hill-hold assist, a Bluetooth-enabled LCD cluster with call and message alerts, OTA updates, geo-fencing, navigation alerts, time-fencing, reverse parking, USB charging, and crash/fall alerts-all delivered via its TVS Smart Xonnect companion app.
5. Range, Charging, & Performance
Powered by a 3.1 kWh battery, TVS claims the Orbiter will deliver a 158 km range per charge (ARAI). Charging from 0-80% takes approximately 4 hours 10 minutes. The battery pack is connected to a hub-mounted electric motor that allows it to hit a top speed of 68km/h. The Orbiter features conventional front forks and twin rear shocks and it rides on a 14-inch front wheel and a 12-inch rear wheel. Drum brakes with CBS provide stopping power.
The TVS Orbiter strengthens TVS's hold in the entry-level electric scooter market. By combining a rounded feature set-spacious design, solid range, meaningful tech, and a strong warranty-at a sub-₹1 lakh price, The Orbiter is a pragmatic and compelling urban entry-level EV option for riders.
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