Product Launch Details
Ola Electric announced the launch of the all-new S1Z electric scooter range, marking the first scooter range in India powered by the company's indigenously developed Bharat Cell LFP technology.
Product Variants and Pricing
- Available in two variants: 3.1 kWh and 5.1 kWh battery capacities
- Introductory pricing: ₹79,999 (ex-showroom) for 3.1 kWh variant, ₹99,999 (ex-showroom) for 5.1 kWh variant
Technical Specifications
- Range: Up to 179 km (IDC) for 3.1 kWh variant, up to 301 km (IDC) for 5.1 kWh variant
- Battery technology: Indigenous 46 series LFP cell platform technology
- Wheel size: 12-inch wheels across all variants
- Color options: White, Anthracite, Sky Splash Blue, and Matcha Green
Technology Features
Powered by MoveOS 5 software platform featuring:
- Cruise control
- Advanced regenerative braking
- Reverse mode
- GPS functionality
- Over-the-air (OTA) software updates
- Geo, time and mode fencing
- Ride statistics and energy insights through Ola Electric App
- 'Easy Park' feature for tight parking spaces
Manufacturing and Development
- Battery cells developed at Ola's Battery Innovation Centre (BIC) in Bengaluru
- Manufactured at the Ola Gigafactory
- Part of Ola's vertically integrated EV ecosystem strategy
Delivery Timeline
- 3.1 kWh variant deliveries scheduled to begin in December 2026
- 5.1 kWh variant deliveries scheduled to begin in March 2027
Strategic Retail Expansion
The S1Z will be the first product range to ramp up through Ola Electric's next phase of retail expansion through dealer-operated stores, expanding beyond the company-owned retail network.
Management Commentary
Bhavish Aggarwal, Chairman & Managing Director, stated: "The true measure of innovation of our indigenous Bharat Cell LFP technology is how quickly it reaches everyday Indians. The S1Z delivers on that promise" and "We believe affordability shouldn't mean settling for less."
Company Background Context
Ola Electric Mobility Limited is described as a leading electric vehicle manufacturer in India specializing in vertical integration of technology and manufacturing for EVs and components including battery cells. Operations are centered around the Ola Futurefactory with R&D spanning India, the UK, and the US. The company is developing an extensive EV hub in Tamil Nadu including the Ola Futurefactory and upcoming Ola Gigafactory.