TVS iQube: A regular electric scooter that adds fun and style to the everyday commute

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Key Highlights

Max Power

4,400 W
Riding Range

100 Km
Top Speed

78 Kmph
Kerb Weight

117 kg

Kerb Weight

119 kg
Battery Capacity

3.04 kWh
Seat Height

770 mm

Full Specification for TVS iQube

Latest on TVS iQube

TVS iQube got its first launch in Bengaluru in 2020 at Rs 1.15 lakh (on-road). In February 2021, it rolled out in Delhi at Rs 1.08 lakh (on-road).
Then, it got available in Chennai, Coimbatore, and Pune. The scooter has registered sales of 1,715 units from January to June 2021.
In July 2021, the company announced its plans to make iQube available for sale at 1,000 dealerships by March 2022. A few days after that, the electric scooter got launched in Kochi at Rs 1.24 lakh.

Introduction of TVS iQube

TVS iQube is a high-power and high-speed electric scooter from the stable of Chennai-based automotive manufacturer TVs. The company’s maiden all-electric product gets manufactured in the company’s manufacturing plant in Hosur.

It comes in one variant and one colour, bearing an ex-showroom price tag of Rs 1,00,777. It’s now available in six cities—Bangalore, Delhi, Chennai, Pune, Coimbatore, and Kochi—and the price varies from one city to another.

The vehicle gets the appearance of a conventional scooter, but at the same time, its sleek design and white colour look attractive and magnificent. The plenty features in the scooter give it a sufficient edge over other scooters in the same category of power and speed.

As a regular scooter, TVS iQube makes the ride fun and stylish, whether it’s to work, college, or anywhere outside. The vehicle is excellent for office goers, college students, and homemakers who need to venture out to run errands.

Highlights of TVS iQube

Specifications of TVS iQube

Powering the TVS iQube is a 4.4kW electric hub motor that generates a peak torque of 140Nm. The powertrain gets fed by a 2.25 KWh three lithium-ion battery pack which gives a range of 75 km and takes seven hours to get fully charged. The battery pack comes encased in a dust- and water-proof high-strength aluminium casing.

The scooter has two riding modes—Eco and Sport. The maximum speed in the Eco mode gets capped to 40kmph (for a better range). TVS iQube accomplishes a max speed of 78kmph in Sport mode, with acceleration from rest to 40kmph in 4.2 seconds.

The suspension system of iQube comprises telescopic forks at the front and hydraulic twin-tube shock absorbers at the rear. However, the braking system encompasses a 220mm front disc and 130mm drum brakes at the rear. The curb weight of the scooter is 118 kg, and the loading or carrying capacity is 130 kg.

Design of TVS iQube

The scooter’s design gets a bit simple and conventional yet extraordinarily stylish, contemporary, and spectacular. The electric vehicle is available in one variant and one colour- white with a dash of black in some key areas.

The LED headlamp, combined with side indicator lights that go all the way to the side, is located just a few inches above the mudguard. Above it, a blue and white logo of iQube gets fitted.

The head features a one-of-its-kind U-shaped LED daytime running lamp and a black visor. It gets a white logo of TVS printed below it. Between the handles, a pair of magnificent rearview mirrors get fitted.

The floor space provides enough legroom for an average-sized rider, and towards the end is a pair of footrests. The charging point is situated just below the front seat, and the battery gets placed under the boot, which gives a little space for the safekeeping of a few extra belongings.

The scooter comes with a pair of 12-inch alloy wheels. The front gets equipped with a 220mm disc brake, and the rear gets fitted with a 130mm drum brake.

Colour Options and Variants

The TVS iQube comes in one variant- the iQube Electric STD and is available in only one white colour.

Features of TVS iQube

Crystal clear LED headlamp: The scooter comes with a lucid light-emitting diode (LED) headlamp that emits bright light and offers excellent visibility in the dark.
All LED tail lamps: The slim and stylish tail lamp gets fitted with LED lights, the same gets for the rear side indicators.
Boot light: A light provided in the boot space keeps things safe and makes it easy to find them in the dark.
Q park assists: The Q park assist, a walk assist mode gets forward and backward assists.It helps one move the scooter to a particular point.
The boot with ample storage space: The boot offers ample storage space for the safekeeping of one’s personal belongings.
USB port and convenient charging points: The scooter gets fitted with a USB port that enables riders to charge their mobile and other electronic devices. The charging point in the scooter gets located at a convenient reach.
TFT instrument cluster: The iQube features a TFT instrument cluster that shows all vital information like- speed pace, odometer, ride statistics, battery status, and over-speed alert, average speed, and navigation assist.
Rear grab rail: A grab rail with a rubber grip is fitted at the rear to enable passengers to hold onto it and make their ride safe.
SMARTXHOME: SMARTXHOME gets charging support provided by TVS for efficient charging of its electric vehicles. It automatically cuts off the charging when the scooter gets fully charged.
TVS iQube app: The scooter can also get connected with an app- the TVS iQube app. The app provides an extension of the riding experience.

Pros and Cons of TVS iQube

Pros

The top speed of nearly 80 Kmph
High pick-up from the power motor
The motion assistance Q-park
Good suspension
Cutting-edge features and great connectivity

Cons

At seven hours, the charging is a bit slow
The ground clearance of 150 mm is a little low for off-road travelling
The battery is not removable
The carrying capacity could have been higher

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Power & Performance

Fuel Type

Electric
Max Power

4,400 W
Rated Power

3000 W
Max Torque

--
Transmission

Automatic
Riding Range

100 Km
Gradeability

10 Degree
Top Speed

78 Kmph
Battery charging time

5 Hrs
Fast charging time

--
Carrying capacity

130 kg
Battery capacity

130 kg
Battery type

Li-ion battery pack with BMS (Battery Management System)
Motor type

Hub-Mounted Electric Motor
Charger output

5A charger

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension

Braking System

Standard
Front Brake Type

Disc
Front Brake Size

220 mm
Rear Brake Type

Drum
Rear Brake Size

130 mm
Calliper Type

--
Wheel Type

Alloy
Front Wheel Size

12 inch
Rear Wheel Size

12 inch
Front Tyre Size

90/90 - 12
Rear Tyre Size

90/90 - 12
Tyre Type

Tubeless
Radial Tyres

No
Front Suspension

Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension

Hydraulic twin tube shock absorber

Dimensions & Chassis

Kerb Weight

117 kg

Kerb Weight

119 kg
Overall Length

1,805 mm
Overall Width

645 mm
Overall Height

1,140 mm
Wheelbase

1,301 mm
Ground Clearance

157 mm
Seat Height

770 mm
Chassis Type

Tubular Structure

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery warranty

3 Year
Motor warranty

3 Year

Features

Odometer

Digital
Regenerative breaking

Yes
Reverse mode

Yes
Touch screen display

No
DRLs (Daytime running lights)

Yes
Mobile App Connectivity

Yes
GPS & Navigation

Yes
Central locking system

No
Artificial sound

No
Parking assist

Yes
Hill assist

No
Anti theft system

Yes
Geo fencing

Yes
Start/stop button

Yes
USB charging port

Yes
Front storage box

No
Under seat storage

17 ltr
Speedometer

Digital
Tachometer

Digital
Stand Alarm

Yes
Stepped Seat

No
No. of Tripmeters

2
Tripmeter Type

Digital
Low Battery Indicator

Yes
Pillion Backrest

No
Pillion Grabrail

Yes
Pillion Seat

Yes
Pillion Footrest

Yes
Start Type

Electric Start
Shift Light

No
Killswitch

No
Clock

Yes
Headlight Type

LED Head Lamp
Brake/Tail Light

LED Tail Light
Turn Signal

LED
Pass Light

Yes
Additional features

118+ connected features, Live vehicle tracking, Telematics based Smart statistics, Remote charge status, Call Alerts, 0-40 in 4.2 sec, 5” TFT screen, Q-park Assist, Navigation Assist, Incoming call alerts

Expert Reviews

TVS iQube, an electric scooter with a 4.4kW motor, gets fitted with a 2.25kWh lithium-ion battery.
It comes with two riding modes—Eco and Sport. With the Eco mode, the scooter can cover a distance of 75 km, travelling at a maximum capped speed of 40kmph. In the Sport mode, the scooter can clock a top speed of 78kmph with the powertrain generating a peak torque of 140Nm.
Apart from all the conventional features, the scooter comes with some cutting-edge technologies such as superior connectivity. It gets equipped with in-built Bluetooth, telematics-enabled devices.
The scooter can also get connected with an app- the TVS iQube app. The app offers an extension of the riding experience. One can use the TVS iQube app to see the battery status while it’s on charge.
However, the battery of TVS iQube, is not removable, which means it cannot be taken into home or office and charged in the comfort of indoors.
The scooter comes only in one colour and one variant. So, there’s no confusion among interested buyers while choosing.
But at the same time, it limits the options for those who want a different colour as maintaining the brightness of white takes a little effort compared to solid colours such as brown and black.

Top 4 Competitors of TVS iQube

TVS iQube’s features and specifications give a tough competition to:

Ather 450X
Bajaj Chetak
Okinawa iPraise+
Benling Aura

Let’s take a look at the various aspects of the scooters and compare them:

Price

The price of its closest competitor Bajaj Chetak lies in the range of Rs 1 lakh to 1.15 lakh (ex-showroom). Ather 450X comes in the price range of Rs 1,13,416 to Rs 1,32,426 (ex-showroom). Okinawa iPraise+ carries a price tag of Rs 1.18 lakhs. Lastly, Benling Aura gets priced at Rs 73,000.

Mileage

At one charge:

The TVS iQube provides 75 km mileage
Bajaj Chetak covers a distance of 95 km
Okinawa iPraise+ can travel 139 km in full charge.
Benling Aura can cover up to 120 km. So, for safe travelling, it’s one of the longest-distance electric vehicles on Indian roads.
Ather 450X can cover a distance of up to 116 km in a full charge

Charging time

TVS iQube needs seven hours to get fully charged.

Bajaj Chetak gets charged in five hours.

Okinawa iPraise+ takes four to five hours to charge 100%. Ather 450X does the same in five hours and 45 minutes, while Benling Aura takes four hours.

Top Speed

TVS iQube can achieve a peak speed of 78kmph.

On the other hand, Ather 450X can clock 80kmph.

Okinawa iPraise+ takes four to five hours to charge 100%. Ather 450X does the same in five hours and 45 minutes, while Benling Aura takes four hours.

Okinawa iPraise+ can attain maximum acceleration of 75kmph, and Benling Aura can achieve a peak speed of 60kmph.

Battery and Motor

TVS iQube gets powered by a 4.4 kW motor, fed by a 2.25 kWh lithium-ion battery.

Powering Ather 450X is a 6000 W PMSM motor, liked with a 2.9kwh battery.

Bajaj Chetak gets propelled by a 3.8 kW electric motor, fed by a 3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack.

Okinawa iPraise+ gets driven by a 1000-watt BLDC motor attached to a 3.3 kWh lithium-ion detachable battery.

Benling Aura gets powered by a 2500 W BLDC motor, fitted with a 72 V, 40 Ah battery.

Conclusion

TVS iQube provides an eco-friendly, connected, and personalised riding experience. It offers a rare combination of speed and mileage and is the right vehicle in times of rising pollution levels, increasing fuel prices, and noise.

Priced at Rs 1 lakh, it offers similar (if not more) specifications and features of high-end scooters that make it value for money. When the scooter’s price gets compared with its features, mileage, power, and riding experience, the vehicle is worth the money spent on it.

Frequently asked questions about TVS iQube:

How fast can TVS iQube go?

TVS iQube can accomplish a 78kmph peak speed.

Is TVS iQube suitable for long journeys?

The scooter is suitable for short to medium range rides, where the distance is less than 40 km, and one plan for a quick to-and-fro journey.

A trip of up to 75 km can get considered if one can get the battery charged in about seven hours. TVS iQube offers a range of 75-78 km in Eco mode, where the maximum speed limit gets capped at 40kmph.