TVS Motor Launches Orbiter V1 Electric Scooter at ₹49,999, Introduces Battery Subscription Model TVS Motor Company has expanded its electric scooter lineup with a lower-capacity variant and a battery subscription option aimed at reducing the upfront cost of EV ownership in India. The Orbiter V1 electric scooter was launched on March 12, 2026, priced at ₹49,999 (ex-showroom Delhi, inclusive of PM e-Drive subsidy) under a new Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model. Without BaaS, the scooter is priced at ₹84,500 under the same subsidy conditions. The announcement was made in Lucknow and simultaneously disclosed to the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange. The Orbiter V1 is powered by a 1.8 kWh battery and delivers a certified IDC range of 86 km per charge. It supports charging from zero to 80% in approximately two hours and 20 minutes, making it practical for daily urban use. The scooter joins the existing Orbiter V2, which carries a 3.1 kWh battery and was launched last year to positive market reception. With the addition of the V1, TVS now offers the Orbiter in two variants catering to different range and budget requirements. On design, the V1 features an 845 mm flat-form seat built for both rider and pillion comfort, a 290 mm straight-line footboard offering legroom, and an upright handlebar intended to reduce riding fatigue. Under-seat storage stands at 34 litres, sufficient to hold two helmets. The overall design is described by TVS as modern and purposeful, prioritising function without sacrificing form. The scooter is equipped with a range of technology features. A coloured LCD instrument cluster displays incoming calls alongside standard ride information.#national_stock_exchange #bombay_stock_exchange #tvs_motor_company #gaurav_gupta #aniruddha_haldar
