In a press launch event of new TVS iQube ST variant electric scooter in Bengaluru, TVS Motor Company revealed some interesting stats on the sales and charging usage. TVS revealed that it has sold more than 3,00,000 TVS iQube electric scooters since its launch across India and the market has very well accepted their EV product. In Karnataka alone, TVS has 300+ public charging points, 90% of TVS iQube customers charge their EVs at home using the portable charger provided.
TVS is targeting the iQube electric scooter to the young consumers whose age range between 24-34 years. There are more than 118+ connected features offered on TVS iQube and the company plans to charge an yearly subscription fee post 1 year. One can buy an extended 5- year battery warranty or stick to company’s default warranty of 3 years / 30,000 kms. According to TVS, the Electric 2-wheeler industry in India is growing at faster pace and by 2030 it projects 25-30% of 2-wheelers sold in India to go fully electric. The company is not depending on domestic sales alone and is also exporting the scooters to countries like Nepal and Srilanka.
Mr Saurabh Kapoor, VP Marketing of TVS Motor Company and Mr Nikhil Taneja, Head of Sales, TVS Motor Company were present during the showcase of full range of TVS iQube Scooters sold in India which includes 5 different SKUs –
- TVS iQube 2.2 kWh
- TVS iQube S 3.4 kWh
- TVS iQube ST 5.1 kWh
- TVS iQube ST 3.4 kWh
- TVS iQube 3.4 kWh
Each of the above product variants have different value propositions revolving around the size of battery (range). The top of the line ST which is offered with 5.1 kWh is priced at Rs 1,85,573 (ex-showroom Bengaluru), claims to offer a whooping 150 kms of real range features a 7 inch touch screen. The more affordable TVS iQube with 2.2 kWh battery gets a lesser range (<80 kms per charge) features a 5-inch color TFT screen and is priced at Rs 94,999 (Introductory price including EMPS subsidy). The full feature details of all TVS iQube variants can be found in the press note below or on TVS’s official website.
Press Release: TVS Motor Company Introduces New Variants to the TVS iQube Portfolio in Bengaluru
In line with its commitment towards offering sustainable mobility solutions and enabling customers with the power of choice, TVS Motor Company, a leading global automaker, unveiled its new variant of the TVS iQube with 2.2 kWh battery in Bengaluru. Simultaneously, the company is ready to deliver TVS iQube ST to customers, starting today in the city. The TVS iQube ST will now come in two variants, 3.4 kWh and 5.1 kWh, that being the largest battery pack in the segment. With this, the TVS iQube series now offers an array of five variants available in vibrant 11 colours, making this one of the largest and most attractive EV portfolios in the market.
Also check: 2024 TVS iQube Colors
Choosing a more sustainable and smartly simple way, customers of TVS iQube in Karnataka covered a distance of 380,458,208 kms, saving over 13,000 tonnes worth of carbon emission.
As a frontrunner in sustainable mobility solutions, TVS Motor Company reaffirms its commitment to the EV segment with trustworthy, innovative, and delightful products. Furthering this vision and in an endeavour to making EV accessible to all, with the new 2.2 kWh battery variant, TVS iQube series now starts in Bengaluru at an introductory effective ex-showroom price of Rs. 94,999 which will further help reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) for the customers.
Commenting on the launch of new variants, Manu Saxena, Senior Vice President, EV Business, TVS Motor Company, said,
“At TVS Motor Company, we are committed to driving innovation and sustainability in the industry. It is exciting to witness the growth of our 3 lakh strong TVS iQube family. Learning from the riding behavior of our EV customers, we are very happy to launch an all new 2.2 kWh fastest charging variant in TVS iQube and an additional variant in TVS iQube ST. TVS iQube Electric series now comes with 3 battery options providing most appropriate range and price combination to our customers. Complete TVS iQube series will now be available for deliveries across Bengaluru. TVSM will continue to partner our customers in their journey of success, by making trustworthy and superior electric mobility experience more accessible.”
TVS iQube is inspired by three fundamental principles: Giving customers the POWER OF CHOICE for range, connected technology, charging solutions and price points; COMPLETE ASSURANCE through vehicle safety and overall ownership experience and the SIMPLICITY OF USAGE through easy-to-use features that enhance the riding experience of customers. This launch will enable customers across segments to start their EV journey with the power of choice that TVS iQube offers – embodying the brand promise of ‘Bade Armaanon ki Achchi Shuruwat.’
The TVS iQube range now has five variants, ensuring there is a perfect match for every member of the family. Whether it is performance, comfort, utility and affordability, this portfolio caters to every need and preference of the customers:
- [All new] TVS iQube (2.2 kWh)
- TVS iQube (3.4 kWh)
- TVS iQube S (3.4 kWh)
- [All new] TVS iQube ST (3.4 kWh)
- TVS iQube ST (5.1 kWh)
The key highlights of the new variants of TVS iQube are:
TVS iQube (2.2 kWh) – All the goodness of TVS iQube, now at an affordable price:
- Battery capacity – 2.2 kWh
- Charger – 950W
- 5-inch colour TFT screen
- Fastest charging time of 2 hr (0-80%)
- Vehicle crash and tow alert
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Distance to Empty
- 30 litre under seat storage space
- Top speed of 75 kmph
- Price: INR 94,999 effective ex-showroom Bengaluru (Introductory price inclusive of EMPS subsidy and cashback, valid up to June 30, 2024)
- Available in Walnut Brown and Pearl White
TVS iQube ST (5.1 kWh) – The top-of-the-line TVS iQube with superior range & advanced tech:
- Biggest battery capacity in the industry – 5.1 kWh
- 150 km of real range
- 7 inch full colour TFT touchscreen
- Charger – 950W
- Charging time of 4 hr 18 m (0-80%)
- 118+ connected features
- Enabled with Voice Assist and Alexa skillset for iQube
- Digital document storage
- TPMS
- 32 litre under seat storage space
- Top speed of 82 kmph
- Price: INR 185,373 ex-showroom Bengaluru (Customers who had pre-booked the ST variant before July 15, 2022, will be able to purchase either of the 5.1 kWh or 3.4 kWh ST variant with an introductory loyalty bonus of Rs. 10,000)
- Available in: Copper Bronze Matte, Coral Sand Satin, Titanium Gray Matte, Starlight Blue
TVS iQube ST (3.4 kWh) – The TVS iQube powered by advanced tech:
- Battery capacity – 3.4 kWh
- 100 km of real range
- 7 inch full colour TFT touchscreen
- Charger – 950W
- Charging time of 2 hr 50 m (0-80%)
- 118+ connected features
- Enabled with Voice Assist and Alexa skillset for iQube
- Digital document storage
- TPMS
- 32 litre underseat storage space
- Top speed of 78 kmph
- Price: INR 155,555 ex-showroom Bengaluru, including EMPS subsidy
- Available in: Copper Bronze Matte, Coral Sand Satin, Titanium Gray Matte, Starlight Blue
Highlights
- TVS iQube Electric series, powered by TVSM’s pioneering in-house EV technology, surpassed 300,000 unit sales milestone
- India’s favourite family EV, the TVS iQube, is now available in 3 battery options to choose from – 2.2 kWh, 3.4kWh and 5.1kWh, including TVS iQube ST in 2 variants. Portfolio starts in Bengaluru at an attractive introductory ex-showroom price of INR 94,999
- TVS iQube owners in Karnataka have ridden a total of 380,458,208 kms that saved them INR 777,523,719 on fuel cost till date
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