Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited (GEMPL), the electric mobility division of Greaves Cotton Limited, has unveiled its inaugural high-performance family electric scooter, the Ampere Nexus, priced starting at INR 1,09,900 (ex-showroom). Designed, developed, and manufactured entirely in India, the Ampere Nexus boasts several pioneering innovations and class-leading specifications.
Available in four captivating colors—Zanskar Aqua, Indian Red, Lunar White, and Steel Grey—the Ampere Nexus offers riders a diverse range of appealing choices to match their preferences. Its high-performance and family-oriented features redefine the electric scooter experience, delivering unmatched comfort, style, performance, intelligence, and safety.
Ampere Nexus electric scooter highlighted features include:
- Best-in-class hybrid swing arm with twin suspension
- Best-in-class aerodynamics with a unique air-cool architecture
- 4x stronger chassis with a load-stratified design enabled with Nex.Armor™
- 7″ TFT Touchscreen with SmartSense technology and lightning-fast boot time enabled with Nex.IO™
- Safest LFP chemistry with 1.3 times more cycle life and a fastest charging time of 3hr 22mins
- Brightest in the category Diamond Cut Headlamps and Arctic Tern-inspired Taillamps
- Functionally designed large seat with crafted lightweight aluminum grab handle
- 93 kmph top speed with five riding modes and 136 km certified range
- Premium Seamless design without visible nuts and bolts
Mr. K. Vijaya Kumar, Executive Director & CEO of Greaves Electric Mobility Private Limited, remarked, “The launch of the Ampere Nexus high-speed electric scooter signifies a significant milestone in our commitment to sustainable transportation. This transition from leisurely to urban to high-speed models marks a pivotal moment in our journey. With each stride toward democratizing e-mobility, we advance toward a more inclusive, sustainable future. The Ampere Nexus stands poised for those ready to Take Charge of their daily aspirations.”
Equipped with a 3 kWh safest LFP battery boasting 30% extra battery life and a powerful mid-mount drive, this e-scooter promises a seamless riding experience with its 4 kW peak motor power. With five versatile riding modes, front disc brakes, and an IP67 rating, riders can effortlessly traverse all terrains and climates, including flooded conditions, validated by the scooter’s landmark pre-launch ride covering 10,000 km from Kashmir to Kanyakumari. The Ampere Nexus ensures both performance and efficiency by offering impressive speed in Power mode, along with comfort-focused multiple city modes and a reverse mode. Plus, with a remarkable CMVR-certified range of 136 km per charge, riders can explore more without the hassle of frequent recharging. Crafted at the intersection of innovation and reliability, the Ampere Nexus sets a new standard for electric mobility, embodying the ethos of trademarked technologies Nex.Armor and Nex.IO.
Dubbed “The Nex Big Thing,” the e-scooter achieved a record-breaking journey from Kashmir to Kanyakumari, setting four iconic records acknowledged by the India Book of Records. It accomplished the longest electric scooter ride in a single journey, spanning over 10,000 kilometers, along with visiting 115 cities and towns. Additionally, the scooter became the first electric scooter capable of towing a pickup truck weighing 1860 kg and an additional 140 kg from two passengers, covering 2 kilometers. Another notable achievement was the creation of the largest electric scooter brand logo on white sand, measuring an impressive 179.8ft x 95.2 ft or 17100 sq. ft.
Starting today, customers can book the Ampere Nexus in two variants (Nexus EX and Nexus ST) online. Test rides and delivery will be available at over 400 dealerships and touchpoints across India starting in the second half of May 2024.
