Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Ola S1Z Launched With Locally Developed LFP Battery; Claims 301km Range

Ola Electric has recently launched the S1Z electric scooter, featuring the brand’s in-house developed Bharat Cell LFP batteries. The scooter is offered in two variants — a 3.1 kWh version priced at Rs 79,999 and a 5.1 kWh version at Rs 99,999 (both prices, ex-showroom), with the latter claiming a range of over 300km on a single charge.

Thanks to these locally manufactured battery packs, the Ola S1Z has become India’s most affordable electric scooter to claim over 300 km of range. More importantly, the Ola S1Z will be the first model to be sold through dealer-operated stores, marking a shift from the company’s earlier company-owned retail network.

Ola S1Z Variants3.1kWh5.1kWh
Ex-Showroom PriceRs 79,999Rs 99,999
IDC Claimed Range179 km301 km
Charging Time5 hrs 42 mins6 hrs 16 mins

Ola S1Z: Bookings and Delivery Timeline

Bookings for the Ola S1Z are now open, while deliveries of the 3.1kWh variant are scheduled to begin from December 2026, followed by the 5.1kWh variant in March 2027.

Ola S1Z price, specs and range

Also Read: TVS iQube MillionR Special Edition Launched At Rs 1.40 Lakh

Ola S1Z – Battery, Charging Time and Other Specifications

Powering both the variants of the Ola S1Z is a 4W motor, offering a claimed top speed of 70 kmph. It is powered by the brand’s indigenous developed and locally manufactured Bharat Cell, featuring 46-series LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) chemistry, which offers greater thermal stability and a longer life cycle than the NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) cells, which are commonly used in Indian electric 2-wheelers.

Speaking of charging, the Ola S1Z comes equipped with onboard charging, with a 500W capacity in the 3.1kWh version and 750W capacity in the 5.1kWh variant. This means you don’t need to carry a bulky external charger; a small charging cable is all you need.

Variant3.1KWh5.1KWh
Battery Type LFP battery LFP battery
Motor Type Mid-drive IPMMid-drive IPM
Peak Motor Power3.9 kW3.9 kW
Nominal Motor Power2.8 kW2.8 kW
ARAI Certified Range179 km301 km
Top Speed70 km/h70 km/h
Acceleration (0-40 km/h)4.6 sec4.9 sec
Home Charging Time (0-80%)5 hrs 42 mins6 hrs 16 mins

Design and Features

The S1Z boasts familiar design cues from Ola’s existing S1 range, featuring simple, clean and minimalistic styling to make the scooter simple and practical. In terms of features, it comes loaded with the following amenities: –

  • 12-inch wheels
  • Reverse mode
  • OTA updates
  • Vacation mode to save battery from draining
  • Advanced regen braking
  • Cruise control
  • On-board navigation
  • Bluetooth-based connectivity
  • OTA updates support
  • “Easy Park” function for low-speed manoeuvring
Ola S1Z battery

Colour Options

Ola offers the S1Z in four colours – Sky Splash Blue, White, Anthracite, and Matcha Green.

Rivals

The Ola S1Z is pitted against the TVS iQube and recently launched Ather Konarc.

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