Ola S1 Gen 3 Scooter Improved After Hitting 4,00,099 EV Scooters in 2024

Ola Electric is a leading player in India’s electric vehicle (EV) industry and has started delivering its eagerly awaited S1 Gen 3 electric scooters. 

With this new lineup, you can expect increased performance, efficiency, and technologies for safety, marking it a great leap for the evolution of EVs in the country.

Diverse Range Catering to All

Ola Electric has launched multiple variants into the market to cater to buyers from different sectors with multiple budgets, addressing every requirement that you are looking for in your vehicle. Here is a table of the variants of scooters available in the market for you to choose from:

Technological Advancements Elevate Performance

Based on the next-generation advanced Gen 3 platform, these scooters feature a number of significant enhancements compared to their previous-gen counterparts:​

• More Power with Super Efficiency: Among other improvements, the most important feature is its peak power, which is up 20%, and boosts up to 20%, significantly lowering the production cost by 11%. ​
• Innovative Drive System: Shifting to a mid-drive motor with a chain drive system increases the reliability and effectiveness of the vehicle. The integrated Motor Control Unit (MCU) optimizes the energy efficiency as well. ​
• Safety Improvements: A dual ABS and patented brake-by-wire system makes braking 30% more effective than previous models, and increases energy recovery by 15%. 

Optimised Delivery and Customer Experience

Another remarkable thing about these S1 Gen 3 Scooters is that the delivery speeds have significantly improved. When the customers book their vehicles, the dealers will get your vehicle delivered to you within 3-4 days, compared to the previously reported 10-12 days. These efficiencies are enabled by Ola’s wide range of store networks and direct-to-home delivery capabilities. ​

Peace of Mind with an Extended Warranty

The S1 Gen 3 scooters also have a warranty of 3 years or 40,000 km as standard for both the scooter and the battery. To ensure peace of mind, buyers can extend the battery warranty to eight years or 1,25,000 km just by paying ₹14,999 more so that customers can ride their vehicle stress-free, not worrying about the repairing costs and other vehicle-related issues that every vehicle user faces.

Future Prospects and Market Impact

Ola Electric is further expanding its EV portfolio after the S1 Gen 3 series, with upcoming models of Ola Gig, Ola Gig+, Ola S1 Z, and Ola S1 Z+, which will come with swappable batteries for commercial as well as personal use. In an attempt to satisfy more consumers, the company is also venturing into the electric motorcycle space with the Roadster series.

The introduction of the S1 Gen 3 scooters is poised to significantly influence India’s EV market. With their blend of advanced technology, enhanced safety features, and competitive pricing, these scooters are set to redefine urban commuting and accelerate the nation’s transition to sustainable mobility.