Demand for electric vehicles is growing rapidly in India. Rising petrol prices, environmental concerns and government subsidies—all of these have made electric scooters extremely popular. In this series, Ather Energy has launched a new, improved variant of the 450S, priced at ₹ 1.45 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru) and comes with an IDC certified range of 161 km. Its deliveries are going to start from August 2025.
Longer range of 161km and bigger battery
The new Ather 450S now has a 3.7kWh battery, which is more powerful than before. The scooter now offers an IDC certified range of 161 km—which is equal to the Ather 450X, but is priced around ₹ 20,000 to ₹ 25,000 less. This scooter is specially designed keeping in mind the mid-budget users who want a long range but do not want to spend on the premium variant.
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Same power, but price advantage
The 450S has the same powerful 5.4kW motor that generates 22Nm of torque. Its speed picking up ability is also great—it reaches a speed of 0 to 40km/h in just 3.9 seconds. This means that even in city traffic, this scooter is a performance-oriented machine.
Features: New level of smartness
- The 450S has all the smart features that are expected from a next-gen EV:
- 7-inch TFT display: Which has features like Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, auto brightness.
- Riding modes: Smart Eco, Eco, Ride and Sport.
- AtherStack Pro technology and OTA updates.
- Alexa Integration: Now control with voice commands.
- Safety Features: AutoHold, FallSafe, Emergency Stop Signal.
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With these features, the 450S is not just a vehicle but also a future-ready smart machine.
Performance in charging and daily use
The 450S can be charged from 0 to 80% in about 4.5 hours with a home charger. It is specially designed for those users whose daily commuting is up to 30-70 km. Once fully charged, it can be used for a whole week, which is very useful for office goers, college students and daily travelers.
Why is Ather 450S the best option?
Balance in price
Despite offering the same range and specifications as the 450X, its price is lower, making it value for money.
Smart Technology
Alexa integration and OTA updates make it a future-proof scooter.
Perfect for local commute
Considering the daily traffic in urban areas, both its range and pickup are excellent.
Trusted Brand
Ather Energy has now become a trusted brand in the EV space in India. The company’s service network, OTA update support and user feedback make it more reliable.
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Who is this scooter for?
- Those who don’t want to buy the top model 450X but don’t want to compromise on range and features.
- Those whose daily riding is between 30–70km.
- Those who prefer smart technology and stylish design.
- Those who want a low maintenance, low running cost option.
Personal experience and user reviews
Experts and users say that the Ather 450S is at the top of its segment in terms of “ride quality” and “user interface”. Many users are calling it the “Best Mid-Range EV Scooter” because it is a great combination of price, performance and features.
Answers to questions from Google “People Also Ask” section
Q1. What is the range of the Ather 450S?
The Ather 450S now comes with a 3.7kWh battery, which offers an IDC certified range of 161km.
Q2. What is the price of the Ather 450S?
It is priced at ₹1.45 lakh (ex-showroom) (in Bengaluru), which is cheaper than the 450X.
Q3. Can the Ather 450S be charged with a home charger?
Yes, this scooter gets charged from 0 to 80% in 4.5 hours with a home charger.
Q4. What are the features available in it?
It gets many advanced features like a 7-inch TFT screen, Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, Alexa integration, AutoHold and OTA updates.
Q5. Is the Ather 450S a value for money scooter?
Absolutely, it is available at an affordable price with long range and advanced features, which makes it a great choice.