Introduction
In today’s time when petrol prices are increasing day by day, electric scooter has become a smart and eco-friendly option. Many electric companies in India are launching their eco-friendly and budget friendly electric scooters and Lectrix electric scooter company is also one of them.
Lectrix EV is an Indian EV company on a mission to make affordable and sustainable scooters. Their main aim is to ensure that every middle-class family can afford an electric scooter. The Lectrix SX25 is also a part of this goal – an affordable EV specially designed for students and city commuters. In this blog we talk in detail about design, performance, battery, features, price and competitors.
Design & Styling
Talking about the design of the Lectrix SX25, it has a compact and stylish look which is perfect for urban rides. With a lightweight body (about 70 kg), smooth curves and attractive colors (Electric Red, Azure Blue, Neon Green and Zen White), this scooter is liked by both the young generation and office goers. In the front and rear wheels comes with drum brakes and Combined Braking System (CBS). Due to its small size, it becomes quite easy to drive in traffic.
Performance & Power
Lectrix SX25 is a city scooter with a maximum speed of around 25 km/h. The speed is very low compared to other electric scooter, but it is a perfect for those who travel short distance like college, office or market. Lectrix SX25 is powered by a 250W BLDC motor, that provides a very comfortable ride and its good seating comfort and suspension setup is balanced for city roads. The Lectrix company claimed that the running cost of SX25 is ₹0.12/km.
Battery & Range
Battery performance is the biggest factor of an electric scooter. Lectrix SX25 is fitted with Lithium-ion or Lead Acid battery (capacity 1.5 kW) which provides a range of up to 60-70 km on a full charge. Charging time is approx. 3-4 hours for Lithium-ion battery and it is powered by an 18A fast charger, which is quite convenient for charging at home.
Features & Technology
You get basic, but useful features in this scooter:
Digital instrument cluster
LED lights for better visibility
17 litres under the seat space
USB charging port
Fast charging option
These features make the Lectrix SX25 a practical and hassle free electric scooter.
Pricing & Availability
The price of Lectrix SX25 in India is starting around ₹54,999 for the Lead Acid battery variant and ₹67,999 for the Lithium Ion battery variant. Note that prices may vary depending on city and state subsidy.
The Lectrix SX25 (only Lithium-ion battery variant) availability is widely across India, but it may not be available to your city or nearest area and it comes with a standard 1 year battery and vehicle warranty.
The Pros of the Lectrix SX25
Affordable price in the low speed electric scooter segment
Its running cost is very low as compared to a petrol scooter (around ₹0.12-₹0.15 per km)
No license or registration required for the 25 km/h max speed of Lectrix SX25.
Its light weight makes it easy to handle in city traffic and park in tight spaces.
Charging it from any standard power socket in the homme
Low maintenance
The Cons and Considerations
The limited top speed comes with low performance
Limited features or some advanced features missing (cruise control, mobile app connectivity)
Not suitable for long rides
Who Should Buy the Lectrix SX25?
This section is very important as it will help readers decide if the Lectrix SX25 is for them or not.
For students it is a good and budget friendly option for campus travel and nearby errands.
Urban commuters can ride this inside the city, perfect for everyday commuting.
Housewives who want a scooter for shopping at the market.
Eco-conscious riders who prefer eco-friendly options.
But it’s not a good fit for those who travel long distance in a daily basis, riding in highways and who wants advanced features in an electric scooter.
Conclusion
If you want a reliable and eco-friendly scooter on a budget, the Lectrix SX25 is a great option. This scooter is perfect for those who travel short distances in the city and want an affordable electric vehicle experience. It is not the best choice for long journeys and high speeds, but in the value-for-money segment, it is definitely a great option.
FAQs
No, you don’t need a driving license to drive the Lectrix SX25. Since it has a top speed of 25 km/h, it falls under the category of low-speed electric scooters that are exempted from both license and vehicle registration requirements in most states in India.
In a single charge it can run up to 60-70 km/h in cities.
It takes approx 3-4 hours to full charge in the standard socket in the home.
The battery capacity of this scooter is 1.5 kW, which is a Lithium-ion battery.
It comes with a standard 1 year warranty and unlimited kilometer.
