Ola Electric New S1 Z
Description
🚀 Key Highlights
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Target Audience: Designed for urban commuters seeking affordability and convenience, with a variant (S1 Z+) slightly tuned for commercial use
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Introductory Pricing:
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S1 Z: ₹59,999
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S1 Z+: ₹64,999 .
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🔋 Power & Performance
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Motor Power: ~3 kW hub motor (peaking at ~2.9 kW)
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Top Speed: 70 km/h
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Acceleration: 0–20 km/h in ~1.8 s; 0–40 km/h in ~4.7–4.8 s
🔌 Battery & Range
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Battery Configuration:
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Up to 2 x 1.5 kWh removable, portable packs
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Single‑battery: ~75 km per charge
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Dual‑battery: ~146 km (IDC-certified) Charging: Plug into a standard power socket; 0–80% charge within ~5 hours
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⚙️ Design & Features
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Styling: Futuristic, minimalistic with smooth panels and clean lines Instrumentation: LCD/digital console with Bluetooth/app integration, low‑battery alerts Entry: Physical key start & push-button ignition.
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Convenience: Under-seat storage, tubeless alloy wheels (12″ on S1 Z; 14″ on S1 Z+), CBS drum brakes.
🛡️ Safety & Usability
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Brakes: Combined Drum Braking System (CBS) front and rear .
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Tyres:
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S1 Z: 12″ tubeless alloys
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S1 Z+: 14″ tubeless alloys for better ride comfort
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Other Features: LED turn indicators, under-seat storage, side-stand alarm .
🏙️ Who’s It For?
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S1 Z: Ideal for personal urban commutes with low running costs.
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S1 Z+: Slightly more feature-rich, larger wheels—suited for both city and light commercial use
✅ Summary Table
Specification | S1 Z / S1 Z+ |
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Price (Ex-showroom) | ₹59,999 / ₹64,999 |
Motor Power | ~3 kW hub motor |
Top Speed | 70 km/h |
Range (Single/Dual) | 75 km / 146 km |
Battery | 2 × 1.5 kWh removable packs |
Wheel Size | 12″ (Z), 14″ (Z+) alloy tubeless |
Brakes | Front + Rear Drum CBS |
Instrumentation | LCD console, digital speedometer |
Charging Time | ~5 hrs (0–80%) |
🌟 Why It Matters
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Most affordable Ola EV: Entry-point pricing under ₹60k makes electric mobility accessible to new users .
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Removable battery packs: Convenient for home charging and reduces dependency on charging infrastructure.
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Good feature set: For the price, it includes fast charging, app support, decent performance, and a solid range.
✔️ Final Take
The Ola S1 Z offers a compelling, budget-friendly entry into electric two-wheelers, with a respectable range, smart features, and practical design. The S1 Z+ ups the game with larger wheels and better ride comfort, making it a strong option for both daily commuters and low-tier commercial use.
Car Overview
New
Electric
2WD – Two-wheel drive