After tons of teasers, TVS Motor Company has finally revealed its Creon concept-based electric scooter, the X, in Dubai. It has been priced at Rs 2.45 lakh (ex-showroom). It doesn’t attract the govt’s FAME-2 subsidy scheme. Enthusiastic customers can now proceed to book it online.
New TVS X Scooter First Impressions | Gagan Choudhary
Power, Battery and Range
- TVS has equipped X with a mid-mounted PMSM motor, producing a continuous power output of 7kW and a peak power output of 11 kW. The motor is cooled using segment first’s pressurised air from the ram air intake.
- The electric motor comes paired with a 3.8kWh lithium–ion battery pack that claims an IDC range of up to 140 kilometres on a single charge.
- Riders can choose between three riding modes: XTEALTH (for urban commute), XTRIDE (sport mode), and XONIC (to experience the power at its fullest). The latter can clock the 0 to 40 kmph mark in just 2.6 seconds and is good for 105 kmph.
- TVS asserts that due to its Naturally Aspirated Thermal Management of Energy Control (NATMEC), the X can maintain its performance and prevent overheating even during extended periods of high-speed usage.
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Charging Time
Using a 950W home charger, the TVS Entorq can be charged 0-80% in 3 hrs 40 mins. However, with the help of a 3kW fast charger, it can be charged 50% in just 50 minutes.
Design
- The all-new X is based on the TVS’ new XLETON platform, which is essentially a high-strength aluminium alloy frame that ensures a good balance between performance and durability. It is claimed to boast one of the highest stiffness-to-weight ratios in its class (2.5 times more than a standard scooter).
- Design-wise, the new TVS scooter sports a very sharp & angular design language. Its front apron exudes a brawny and sporty vibe akin to the design featured in the Creon concept. Notably, it incorporates a vertical LED headlamp at its centre, giving it a contemporary appeal.
- It gets a digital rider’s cluster that pops out of the handlebar, giving a sporty feel. Additionally, the e-scooter boasts a sportier split seat and sharp-looking grab rail.
- The suspension setup comprises telescopic forks at the front, and a sportier red-colour finished monoshock unit at the rear. For braking, it gets a 220mm front disc and 195mm rear disc, with a single-channel Antilock Braking System (ABS).
- Against the measuring tape, the TVS X boasts a wheelbase of 1285mm, along with a ground clearance of 175mm. Its seat height measures 770mm from the ground.
- It offers a storage space of 19 litres.
Features
TVS has loaded the X with tons of state-of-the-art features. Some notable inclusions include: –
- LED lighting system
- Cornering lamps
- Three riding modes
- Regenerative braking
- Side stand alert
- Cruise control
- Hill hold control
- Single-channel ABS
and most importantly
- Segment’s first tiltable 10.25-inch colour LED display with a customisable homepage, EV-dedicated NavPro navigation system (shows charging station in your route), digital key support, OTA updates, music control, web browsing, online video streaming, geofencing, tow alert, anti-theft system, and Bluetooth-based smartphone connectivity support.
- TVS Smart Xhield
Competitors
The TVS X will face competition from the Ola S1 Pro, Ather 450X, Bajaj Chetak and Simple One in the e-scooter segment.
