Electric Scooters

Ampere 6th Gen Electric Scooter Targets Sub-Rs 1 Lakh Segment

February 20, 2026

Greaves Electric Mobility is preparing to launch a new electric scooter under its Ampere brand. The upcoming Ampere 6th Gen Electric Scooter, internally called the “ICE Breaker,” is scheduled for FY27. The model targets India’s high-volume sub-Rs 1 lakh scooter segment, currently dominated by petrol scooters.

Performance Focus: Torque, Hills, Efficiency

The new Ampere scooter emphasizes practical performance upgrades:

• Higher torque output
• Improved hill-climbing capability
• Lower running costs

Ampere positions the scooter as a direct alternative to petrol models. The company estimates running expenses up to 50 percent lower than comparable ICE scooters. Key cost advantages include:

• Home charging convenience
• Reduced maintenance requirements
• Fewer mechanical wear components

Smart Features and Software Integration

The Ampere 6th Gen Electric Scooter introduces a software-driven architecture. Expected features include:

• Over-The-Air updates
• AI and ML-enabled connectivity
• Remote diagnostics

This approach aligns with the broader shift toward connected electric vehicles. Software integration aims to improve reliability, monitoring, and long-term ownership experience.

Market Strategy: Sub-Rs 1 Lakh Opportunity

Vikas Singh, Managing Director and CFO of Greaves Electric Mobility, highlights the segment’s scale. The sub-Rs 1 lakh category remains India’s largest scooter volume driver. Ampere’s strategy centers on:

• Performance parity with petrol scooters
• Lower operating costs
• Mass-market adoption

This positioning targets first-time EV buyers and family-oriented users seeking affordability and predictable ownership costs.

Ampere’s Growing Network and Road Presence

Ampere continues expanding its operational footprint:

• Over 3 lakh vehicles deployed
• 400+ service touchpoints
• Ongoing geographic expansion

Network density plays a key role in buyer confidence. Service accessibility remains a major purchase factor in India’s two-wheeler market.

Competitive Implications for Petrol Scooters

The Ampere 6th Gen Electric Scooter enters a price-sensitive category with established ICE competitors. The launch reflects increasing pressure on petrol scooters from:

• Lower EV running costs
• Software-enabled features
• Policy-driven electrification trends

Ampere’s FY27 launch signals continued acceleration in India’s affordable electric scooter segment.

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