HERO ELECTRIC is a pioneer and market leader in the Indian Electric Two-Wheeler industry. They been putting continuous effort to make the country more environmental friendly and reduce pollution.
The new range of electric scooters are equipped with cutting edge Japanese Motor technology & German ECU technology. They are built to withstand varied Indian weather conditions. The models come with innovative features like ‘hibernating battery technology’ , dynamically synchronized powertrain which helps in improving the vehicle diagnostics through built in software which include remote maintenance, ultimately resulting in battery life protection and increased charging efficiency.
Hero electric has 5 product portfolios, which consists of Photon, Optima, NYX, Eddy and Atria. They have launched the updated version of Optima CX 5.0, Optima CX 2.0 and NYX CX 5.0 in the Indian Market. Let’s have a look at what it offers.
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OPTIMA CX 5.0 :-
Optima CX 5.0 is equipped with the Japanese Motor technology for a smooth ride and German ECU technology for better performance. The safety features include a list of Battery Safety Alarm, Drive mode lock, Reverse roll protection and side stand sensor. It is available in 2 colors option, Dark Matt Blue and Matt Maroon.
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The peak specifications are:-
It comes with a 1.9 KW power motor which is equipped with a 3 kWh battery pack which provide a whopping 113 km range and a top speed of about 55 Km/H. Hero electric has partnered with Battrixx for the developmemt of the batteries of the scooter.
What is new in the CX 5.0 is the double battery which is used and the updated BMS (battery management system) and RANGE, basically the distance to empty feature are segment first feature.
Optima CX 5.0 comes with a whopping 7 years warranty on the Mechanicals and 4 years warranty on battery.
OPTIMA CX 2.0 :-
It is equipped with the Japanese Motor technology for a smooth ride and German ECU technology for better performance. The safety features include a list of Battery Safety Alarm, Drive mode lock, Reverse roll protection and side stand sensor. It is available in 2 colors option, Dark Matt Blue and Charcoal Black and Pearl white Color..
The peak specifications are:-
It comes with a 1.9 KW power motor which is equipped with a 2 kWh battery pack which provide a 89 km range and a top speed of about 48 Km/H.
What is new in the CX 2.0 is the updated BMS (battery management system) and RANGE, basically the distance to empty feature are segment first feature.
Optima CX 2.0 also comes with 7 years warranty on the Mechanicals and 4 years warranty on battery.
NYX CX 5.0 :-
It is designed for the B2B segment specifically with a large wheelbase to put crates and other stuff and split seat so that it can be of more utility. It is equipped with the Japanese Motor technology for a smooth ride and German ECU technology for better performance. The safety features include a list of Battery Safety Alarm, Drive mode lock, Reverse roll protection and side stand sensor. It is available in 2 colors option, Charcoal Black and Pearl white Color..
The peak specifications are:-
It has a 1.9 KW engine equipped with a 3 kWh battery that provides a range of 113 km and a top speed of about 48 km/h.
NYX CX 5.0 offers updated BMS (battery management system) and RANGE, basically the distance to empty feature are segment first feature.
So overall the price range of the scooter start from Rs. 85,000 and goes till Rs. 1,30,000 (ex-showroom). The attractive price will help Hero in capturing the market of the EV 2 wheeler category.
Distance to empty feature is main Key Highlight , secondly hibernation of the battery at the idle stage will help in increasing the battery life of the scooter.
