Simple Energy has carried forward its game with fresh simple photo credit: Special arrangement
The electric scooter segment in India is heating up, and an electric vehicle (EV) start-up-ne-up in the simple energy-Bengaluru has carried on its game with fresh simple. This mid-life update, which the company calls on version 1.5, brings an impressive real world range of 180–190 km (248 km claimed) at a single fee, as well as with a sleeping sleep which it Create a compelling option for urban travelers. But is it ₹ 1.66 lakh? Let’s dive.
Simple energy has discontinued aesthetics with an upmarket and bold design photo credits: Special arrangements
Simple’s heart has a dual-star setup with a combined capacity of 5 kwh. The inbuilt battery has a 3.7 kwh, while a removable 1.7 kwh unit sits neatly under the seat. With a peak power output of 8.5 kW and a top speed of 105 km/h, this e-scooter is not a slut. It sprints from 0–40 km/h in only 2.77 seconds, one of the fastest in its category.
Four riding mode – Eco, ride, dash and sonic – provide flexibility based on your needs. Sonic mode is particularly prank, provides immediate torque that pushes you back into the seat. Despite its zippy nature, the motor is refined and tuned well for the city ride.
The scooter is easy to handle and has great ergonomics. Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Simple Energy has naked aesthetics with an upmarket and bold design. LED headlights, sleek red wing accents, and make large, comfortable seats for an attractive package. Stylish grabbing handles and large wheels further add its premium feel. While the scooter is easy to handle and has great ergonomics (even for long riders), its weight is noticeable on tight turns.
Under-seat compartment is huge enough to accommodate a full-face helmet or charging cable photo credits: Special arrangements
Storage is another strong point. The under-seat compartment is spacious enough to accommodate a full-face helmet or charging cable. Simple is full of facilities. A large touchscreen display sinks with your mobile phone through Bluetooth and provides navigation, battery status and charging details. The built -in Digi Locker lets you store important documents like your license, RC and insurance directly on the scooter.
Adding to the facility factor is further crawls and reverse mode, which help tight locations in tight places. Although the scooter features regenerative braking, while on the coast, the region levels are fixed and are not adjustable.
Forward crawls and reverse mode help maneuver to tight places. Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
Equipped with a telescopic front fork and a rear monoshock suspension, the simple forest rides a comfortable ride, even on some roads and speed breakers. The combined braking system, hydropically active triple-piston callipar disc brake in front ensures a single-piston disk in the front and backwards. It is a fun machine around the city for electricity, causing the city to ride pleasant and attractive.
It takes about six hours to charge the simple on a standard home charger. Battery IP67-rated lithium-ion units, which offer stability and resistance against dust and water ingestion.
Simple One is an exciting upgrade that increases the range, features and overall purpose photo credit: Special arrangement
At ₹ 1.66 lakh, simple is towards a pricier. While it packs in too much technique and provides excellent range, pricing is an important factor in EV scooter segment. However, for early adopters and a sophisticated, convenient-rich option for the OLA S1 Pro or Ather 450X, this scooter makes a strong case.
The simple energy expansion is making big bets, targeting sales of 60,000 units in the coming year and increasing its dealership network by 10 to 400 by the end of 2025. In its early stages with EV adoption, the company has cut down its work, but the product itself is well designed engineer and thoughtfully.
Simple is an exciting upgrade that increases the range, features and overall purposes. It is a sophisticated, fun-to-ride and practical e-scooter that ticks most of the right boxes. If simple energy can work on its pricing strategy or introduce attractive financing options, an ordinary person may be very well a game-changer in the Indian EV scooter market.
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Published – 11 February, 2025 01:09 pm IST
