Ola Roadster will be available in three variants, launch by the first half of 2025
Ola Electric has made significant announcements at its Sankalp 2024 event, detailing the launch of three new electric motorcycles in its Roadster series. These motorcycles are expected to hit the market by 2025, with the Roadster X leading the lineup. Additionally, the company has shared plans to produce its own lithium-ion cells, slated to begin in 2025. Here’s a breakdown of Ola’s latest developments:
1. Ola Roadster Series
- Three Models Unveiled: Ola introduced the Roadster X, Roadster and Roadster Pro as part of its new Roadster series, all built on a scalable platform.
- Futuristic Design: All models feature a minimalist and futuristic design, appealing to modern electric motorcycle enthusiasts.
2. Ola Roadster X
- Launch Timeline: The Roadster X will be the first model to launch, with deliveries expected in the first half of 2025.
- Price and Variants:
- Base Variant: 2.5kWh, priced at Rs. 75,000/-.
- Mid Variant: 3.5kWh, priced at Rs. 85,000/-.
- Top Variant: 4.5kWh, priced at Rs. 1 lakh.
- Performance: The top variant can achieve 0-40 km/hr in 2.8 seconds, with a top speed of 124 km/hr and a range of 200 km.
- Features: Equipped with a 4.3-inch LCD screen, CBS and three riding modes (Sport, Normal, Eco).
3. Ola Roadster
- Power and Variants:
- Motor: 13kW motor.
- Battery Options: 3.5kWh, 4.5kWh and 6kWh.
- Pricing: Starts at Rs. 1.05 lakhs, with top variant priced at Rs. 1.40 lakhs.
- Performance: The top variant has a 0-40 km/hr time of 2 seconds, a top speed of 126 km/hr and a range of 248 km.
- Advanced Features: 6.8-inch TFT touchscreen, four riding modes, cruise control, smartwatch app integration and AI-powered functionalities.
- Safety: Equipped with single-channel ABS, cornering ABS and other safety features.
4. Ola Roadster Pro
- High Performance:
- Motor Output: 52kW and 105 Nm torque.
- Battery Variants: 8kWh (priced at Rs. 2 lakhs) and 16kWh (priced at Rs. 2.50 lakhs).
- Top Speed and Range: 0-60 km/hr in 1.9 seconds, a top speed of 194 km/hr and a range of up to 579 km for the 16kWh variant.
- Technology and Safety:
- Display: 10-inch TFT touchscreen.
- Safety Features: Dual channel ABS, ADAS, traction control, cornering ABS and wheelie/stoppie control.
- Launch Timeline: Deliveries expected by the first half of 2026.
5. Ola’s In-House Battery Development
- Bharat 4680 Li-ION Cell: Ola will begin producing its own lithium-ion cells starting in 2025.
- Cell Benefits:
- Energy Density: The cells are expected to pack five times more energy than current cells.
- Longevity: Over 1000 charge cycles.
- Cost-Effective: Promises to reduce costs, providing a competitive edge.
- Development: These cells are under trial production at Ola’s gigafactory.
Ola’s announcements highlight its target to lead in the electric motorcycle market and enhance its technological capabilities with in-house battery production. The phased launch of the Roadster series and the integration of advanced safety and performance features are aimed at meeting the evolving demands of electric vehicle consumers.
