Ola Electric S1 Pro Gen 3

🔧 Powertrain & Performance

• 11 kW PMS mid-drive motor, up from previous 8.5 kW—boosts peak power by ~20%

• Acceleration: 0–40 km/h in ~2.7 s (all variants)

• Top Speed:

  • 3 kWh variant: 117 km/h

  • 4 kWh variant: 125 km/h

🔋 Battery & Range Options

• Two variants:

  • 3 kWh (claimed IDC range ~176 km)

  • 4 kWh (claimed IDC range ~242 km)

🎯 Charging & Battery Warranty

• Charging Time: ~4 hrs 50 mins (0–80%) for 4 kWh

• Battery Warranty: 3 years / 50,000 km + optional extended coverage up to 8 years or 1,25,000 km for ₹14,999

🛡️ Safety & Braking

• Braking: Front and rear disc brakes with single-channel ABS

• Brake‑by‑wire tech improves energy recovery and pad longevity

🧠 Smart Tech & Connectivity

• MoveOS 5 on a 7″ touchscreen TFT

• Ride Modes: Eco, Normal, Sport, and Hyper (Hyper for 4 kWh)

• Features: Navigation, cruise control, reverse gear, hill-hold, smartphone sync, OTA updates, geo/time fencing, tamper alerts

🛠️ Design & Ergonomics

• Mid-drive with chain transmission for better efficiency/reliability vs hub motor and beltImproved hardware: Die-cast aluminum grab handle, rim decals, body-colored mirrors, enhanced seat Chassis & Suspension: Telescopic front forks, rear monoshock, alloy wheels, flat floorboard, 36 L boot, 121 kg kerb weight for 4 kWh

🎨 Variants, Colours & Pricing

• 3 kWh: ₹1.14 lakh (intro price) – now ~₹1.30 lakh ex‑showroom4 kWh: ₹1.34 lakh (intro price) – now ~₹1.45 lakh

• Colour Options: Porcelain White, Jet Black, Industrial Silver, Stellar Blue, Midnight Blue

✅ Summary of “What’s New” vs Gen 2

• ~20% more peak power and range thanks to mid-drive motor & chain drive

• Brake-by-wire ABS, replacing belt/hub setup

• MoveOS 5 UI with richer connectivity & smart features

• Upgraded build quality: metal grab rail, improved seat, fresh aesthetics

📣 Community Feedback (Reddit Highlights)

• Minor glitches reported:

  “ride efficiency is showing as 0 for all rides… could be a bug of MOVEOS 5” Service concerns remain:

• “SERVICE has been pathetic… vehicle in the service centre for the past 2 months”

Overall, the Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 is a significant leap forward—boasting stronger performance, longer range, smarter software, and a more refined ride experience. The introduction of mid-drive and chain drive notably enhances efficiency. However, anecdotal reports suggest minor software issues and long service wait-times, so potential buyers should factor in after-sales support.