In a recent stint of price drop by electric scooters, Ather has dropped its prices by 25,000/- and came down in the competition with Ola S1 Air and Ola S1 X. So, in this article, we’re gonna look at Ather 450S and Ola S1 Air.
Here’s the full comparison table:
Feature | Ola S1 Air | Ather 450s |
Design | Sleek, minimalist | Sharp, aggressive |
Quality | Concerns raised about panel gaps and brakes | Minimal complaints, known for good fit and finish |
Motor Power | 4.5 kW | 3.7 kW |
Top Speed | 90 kmph (sport mode) | 80 kmph |
Performance | Thrilling but slightly jerky throttle transition | Smooth and powerful, with an addictive sport mode |
Handling | Progressive, suited for mature riders | Agile and fun, excels in traffic maneuvering |
Braking | Concerns about front brake bite and feedback, reliance on the rear brake | Confident and powerful brakes, future addition of ABS |
Features | Futuristic: touchscreen dashboard, adjustable regen braking, speakers, proximity unlock. | Practical: Deep View display, simplified reverse gear control. |
Price | Rs. 1.19 Lakh (ex-showroom) | Rs. 1.09 Lakh (ex-showroom) |
Appeal | Futuristic features and visual appeal | Performance, reliability, and practicality |
Ola S1 Air Explained:
Design and Quality:
- Appreciates Ola S1 Air’s design, emphasising its likability among Indian buyers.
- Quality concerns noted, such as uneven panel gaps and front brake mechanism issues.
Performance:
- Ola S1 Air’s 4.5 kWh motor promises a top speed of 90 kmph in sport mode.
- Experiences a slightly jerky throttle transition in sport mode, hoping for improvements in the final production model.
Handling:
- Ola has a progressive handler, possibly more suitable for mature buyers.
- Not as agile as Ather, attributed to differences in chassis and suspension.
Braking:
- Front brake issues reported, lacking bite and feedback.
- Reliance on rear brake due to front brake concerns.
Features:
- Feature-loaded, including a touchscreen instrument cluster, regenerative braking levels, speakers, and a unique proximity unlock feature.
- Ola S1 Air’s features are highlighted for their convenience and futuristic appeal, music,
- Powered by Map India.
Ola Sales services:
- Ola’s after-sales services are very poor, and its customers are greatly troubled by the user experience of the scooter and the build quality of the scooter.
Ather 450s Explained:
Design and Quality:
- Ather 450s maintains the design of the higher-end 450X, receiving positive feedback for its sharp and aggressive look.
- Quality praised for fit and finish, with minimal concerns noted.
Performance:
- Acceleration slightly reduced compared to previous models, but overall performance was considered impressive.
- Sport mode noted for its addictiveness and quick acceleration.
Handling:
- Ather 450s are recognised as agile, fun, and easy to manoeuvre through traffic.
- Handling compared favourably to Ola S1 Air, perceived as the better pick.
Braking:
- Braking performance on Ather 450s lauded for confidence, power, and bite.
- Mention the inclusion of ABS in future models to enhance safety.
Features:
- Feature-rich, with unique additions like a new instrument cluster (Deep view display) and simplified reverse gear control.
- Ather for offering features at an additional cost but emphasising useful features like reverse gear.
- With the latest OTA Update, Ather will feature better map connectivity.
- Powered by Google Map
After Sales services:
Ather has great experience with after-sales services, and before that, Ather scooters were built robust enough that they didn’t face any issues in the first place.
