Introduction
The craze for electric scooters is increasing rapidly in India and Ola Electric has made this trend even more popular. In November 2024 Ola launched their affordable electric scooter Ola S1 Z, which is specially designed for those who want premium features with a budget friendly option. Ola electric scooter popularity with in public is very high, that’s why it is the top electric scooter brand among all other brands in India.
Design & Build Quality
The Ola S1 Z electric scooter, which has two variants (Z & Z+) comes with a modern and attractive design. Its aerodynamic body shape is stylish as well as practical. There are many attractive color available in the market that appeal to both youth and daily commuters. It has a sturdy build, which assures long life. You can personalize the scooter with front and back adaptable accessories, according to your need.
Performance
Ola has not compromised on performance. The Ola S1 Z electric scooter has a powerful 3kW hub-mounted BLDC (Brusless DC) motor that offers smooth acceleration, that accelerate from 0 to 40 km/h in just 4.7 seconds and the top speed is 70 km/h. It also has different riding modes – Eco, Normal and Sports, which the rider can choose as per his convenience.
Battery & Range
The biggest feature of the Ola S1 Z electric is its battery capacity, which is 1.5 kWh. It has a removable battery and you can extended to two battery. It takes 5 hours to fully charge and offers a great range of 75-146 km on a single charge which is enough for everyday city riding. Charging options include both normal home charger with Ola PowerPod and fast charging support, which further adds to its convenience.
Features & Technology
This scooter is not just an electric vehicle, but a smart machine. The Ola S1 Z electric scooter has a modern features like digital display, navigation support, mobile app connectivity, Bluetooth connectivity, ride stats and over the air updates.
Ride Comfort & Handling
Another feature of Ola S1 Z is its comfortable ride. Its suspension setup is designed for Indian roads and the tyres, which are 12” in Z variant and 14” Z+ variant have good road grip, that provides stability and safety. The seat design is ergonomic, which provides comfort in both short and long journeys.
Safety Features & Warranty
For safety, the Ola S1 Z has a reliable braking system. The rectangular shape headlight have a powerful LED setup that provides clear visibility during night rides. The build safety is also strong, which ensures a safe experience.
The standard warranty of the Ola electric scooters comes with 3 years/40,000 kms and battery warranty comes up to 8 years. You can extend your battery warranty to 3 years/60,000 kms-8 years/80,000 kms-8 years/1,00,000 kms-8 years/1,25,000 kms.
The Pricing
Its price puts it in the budget friendly category, making it available to a wide range of customers. Although its availability and deliveries is limited across all states or cities, but its online service is a good option to order your first affordable electric scooter.
The starting price of Ola S1 Z variant is ₹59,999 and S1 Z+ is ₹64,999. In different states the prices may be vary for state subsidies. Also the Ola electric has gives the finance and EMI options.
Pros & Cons of Ola S1 Z
Pros:
Pocket/Budget Friendly
Modern & Stylish designed
Smart features and app support
Acceptable range for Commute
Cons:
Fast charging infrastructure is still in the development stage
High-speed performance may be average compared to rivals
Competition in Market
Conclusion
If you are a daily commuter who wants an affordable electric scooter but doesn’t want to compromise on smart features and stylish design, then the Ola S1 Z is the perfect choice for you. This can be the best option for students, office-goers and eco-conscious riders.
FAQs
The top speed of the Ola S1 Z goes up to 70 km/h, which is acceptable for city rides.
The Ola S1 Z offers a practical and sufficient range of 75 km (variant Z) and 146 km (variant Z+) on a single charge.
Ola HyperCharger network is growing in India, you can also use normal home chargers.
The S1 Z is design for personal use with a pillion seat, while the S1 Z+ is dual use electric scooter, it means that for personal and also it can be use for light commercial duty with a single seat and a luggage rack.
