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Hans India
17 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hans India
Hero MotoCorp Vida VX2 Launch, Affordable Electric Scooter, Flexible Battery Plans
Hero MotoCorp will launch a new electric scooter called Vida VX2 on July 1 in India. It will be a low-cost scooter, priced around ₹90,000. It will compete with other scooters like Ola S1 Air and TVS iQube. Buyers can choose a plan to pay for the battery separately every month or by how much they use it. This can lower the scooter price to about ₹70,000. The scooter looks like the Vida Z design shown before and is similar to the Vida V2 model but with some new style changes. It will have bright LED lights, a clear screen to show information, and a flat seat. The basic model may not have a disc brake, but the higher model will have one. The Vida VX2 is made to be an affordable and easy scooter for city travel.
India Today
18 hours ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Hero Vida VX2 to launch tomorrow: Know what to expect
Hero MotoCorp is all set to expand its electric vehicle lineup under the Vida sub-brand with the upcoming launch of the new Vida VX2 on July VX2 is designed as a more budget-friendly and practical alternative to the existing Vida V2, aiming to appeal to a broader customer base with its competitive pricing. Essentially a rebadged version of the Vida Z, the VX2 has been adapted for Indian roads with a more traditional and subtle design, in contrast to the bold, angular aesthetics of the V2. Recent spy images of the production-ready model confirm several design cues, including a flat single-piece seat, a smaller digital display, and wraparound LED maintain affordability, the VX2 is expected to share the same platform, motor, and electronic architecture as the V2. However, it may be equipped with smaller battery options (likely 2.2kWh and 3.4kWh) and a reduced feature list such as a conventional key slot instead of a keyless system. The scooter is expected to be priced lower than the Vida V2, which starts at Rs 74,000 (ex-showroom), making it a strong contender in the entry-level electric scooter segment. It will compete with models like the Bajaj Chetak and the upcoming budget-friendly TVS iQube. Deliveries are anticipated to commence soon after launch, positioning the VX2 as a promising option for cost-conscious EV buyers looking for reliability and everyday the VX2, Hero MotoCorp's Vida brand will also roll out a new Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model from July 1, 2025. This subscription-based offering allows customers to pay for the battery separately, reducing the initial cost of owning an EV. The flexible plans will cater to various usage needs, daily or monthly, giving riders the freedom to choose a plan that suits their lifestyle and budget. This strategy is expected to attract a more diverse group of buyers by enhancing affordability and specifications, pricing, and subscription plan details for the Vida VX2 will be officially announced on July 1, to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
Mint
19 hours ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Vida VX2 to launch on July 1, likely to be the brand's most affordable e-scooter
Hero MotoCorp's electric-only two-wheeler sub-brand Vida is all set to launch its next major product in the Indian market on July 1. Christened as Vida VX2, this is going to be the most affordable electric scooter from the homegrown brand. Upon arrival, it will compete with rivals such as Ola S1 Air, TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak among others. Over the last few years, several electric two-wheeler brands have launched high-speed electric scooters in the sub-one-lakh pricing category, in an attempt to grab a larger chunk of the market pie that has been bulging fast. These electric scooters were launched as affordable and practical electric scooters meant for daily commuting in and around the cities. Hero MotoCorp is aiming to walk the same path with the Vida VX2. Expect the Vida VX2 to be priced aggressively at around ₹ 90,000 (ex-showroom). Interestingly, Vida will offer a BaaS scheme with the VX2 electric scooter, which will allow consumers to buy the scooter without paying the full price for the battery. Under this scheme, the owners will be able to opt for a monthly rental plan or a kilometre-based subscription plan. With this move, the VX2 may become more affordable, as with this BaaS scheme, the upcoming Vida electric scooter is likely to be priced at around ₹ 70,000 (ex-showroom). The Vida VX2 electric scooter will come with a design influenced by the Vida Z concept that was showcased at EICMA. The VX2 will share its architecture with the V2. It will have some design elements that are borrowed from the Vida V2, but there will be some distinctive styling elements as well. Expect it to get LED headlamps, LED DRL, LED indicator and LED taillights. Also, there would be a TFT display at the instrument cluster, a single flat seat among others. As compared to Vida V2, the EV will come with some cost-cutting measures. Expect the base trim of the VX2 to come sans any disc brake, but the top trim would get a front disc brake.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Vida VX2 to debut on July 1 with BaaS, likely to be priced at…
Vida VX2 electric scooter will be available with a BaaS scheme, allowing consumers to buy the EV without paying the full price of the battery pack. Notify me Hero MotoCorp's electric two-wheeler sub-brand Vida is all set to launch its latest product, Vida VX2. Slated to launch on July 1, the Vida VX2 electric scooter will come as a more affordable version of the Vida V2, which is currently available in three trim choices - V2 Pro, V2 Plus and V2 Lite. The Vida V2 series of electric scooters comes priced between ₹ 100,500 and ₹ 1.40 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), depending on the trims. Upon launch, the Vida VX2 electric scooter will compete with rivals such as Ola S1 Air, TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, etc. All three electric scooters come priced in the vicinity of ₹ 1.05 lakh (ex-showroom). Hence, the upcoming VX2 is expected to come priced more competitively at around ₹ 90,000 (ex-showroom). Also Read : Upcoming bikes in India Interestingly, like many contemporary electric vehicles in the country across different segments, the Vida VX2 electric scooter will come with a battery-as-a-service (BaaS) scheme, which will allow consumers to opt for a subscription model for the battery pack. Under this scheme, the Vida VX2 buyers can buy the scooter without paying the cost of the battery pack. If opted, the users will have to pay a monthly rental or a kilometre-based charge to the company for the battery pack. With the BaaS scheme, expect the VX2 electric scooter to be available at around ₹ 70,000 (ex-showroom), which will make it further affordable to the consumers. The Vida VX2 would incorporate a toned-down design philosophy from the V2, as the teaser image suggests. There will be an LED lighting package and a TFT display at the instrument cluster. The electric scooter would come with some toned-down features compared to V2. On the powertrain front, it would be available in multiple removable battery pack choices, ranging from 2.2 kWh to 3.4 kWh. Expect the EV to offer a range of over 100 kilometres on a full charge. The range per charging cycle will depend on the battery pack variant. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 30 Jun 2025, 10:38 AM IST
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Vida VX2 to launch on July 1, will come as an affordable version of V2: Key expectations
Vida VX2 electric scooter will come as an affordable version of Vida V2, with a focus on more retail numbers in the mass-market commuter segment. Notify me Hero MotoCorp has entered the Indian electric two-wheeler market with its dedicated EV-only sub-brand Vida. Under the Vida sub-brand, the company now sells the Vida V2 electric scooter, which is available in three trim options - V2 Pro, V2 Plus and V2 Lite. Now, the EV manufacturer is gearing up for the launch of its latest product, VX2, which will come as a more affordable iteration compared to the V2. Slated to launch on July 1, the Vida VX2 electric scooter will target budget-conscious consumers, offering an all-electric option for daily commuting. Interestingly, other major players in the Indian electric two-wheeler segment, including TVS Motor Company, Bajaj Auto, Ola Electric, and Ather Energy, have already launched their respective products that focus on the budget-sensitive buyers. Now, with the Vida VX2, Hero MotoCorp also plans to walk the same path. Upon launch, it will compete with TVS iQube, Ola S1 Air, Bajaj Chetak, etc. Before the Vida VX2 is launched in the Indian market, here are some key details about the upcoming electric scooter. Vida VX2: Design The Vida VX2 has been teased through a teaser video online. As it seems, the electric scooter draws design inspiration from the Vida Z electric scooter concept that was displayed at the EICMA 2024. The electric scooter will come with a design that will resemble the V2. However, there will be some distinctive styling elements as well. It will come with LED lighting at the front and rear, including LED daytime running lights (DRL) integrated into the LED headlamp, LED indicators and LED taillight. Also, there will be a flat seat, basic toggle buttons at the handlebars, and a digital instrument cluster. Vida VX2: Equipment Being an affordable electric scooter, Vida VX2 will come implementing some cost-cutting measures, which will see the EV getting drum brakes at both ends instead of disc brakes. However, the higher trims of the VX2 may get a disc brake at the front. There will be a smaller digital display with physical buttons in comparison to a touchscreen. Also, there will be a conventional key ignition system instead of a keyless or mobile app-based ignition system. Vida VX2: Powertrain The Vida VX2 is expected to be underpinned by the same modular architecture that houses the Vida V2. Powering the Vida VX2 would be multiple battery pack choices, ranging from 2.2 kWh to 3.4 kWh units. Expect the VX2 to offer a range of more than 100 kilometres on a full charge. However, the range will depend on the battery pack variant. The EV will come with removable battery packs for easy indoor charging or battery swapping. Vida VX2: Pricing and BaaS model Vida VX2 is expected to come available at a starting price of around ₹ 1 lakh (ex-showroom). However, the company has already revealed that the VX2 will come with a Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model, which will offer a subscription plan to the buyers, allowing them to subscribe to batteries separately. This will allow them to pay the company subscription cost depending on usage per kilometre. Expect the consumers who would opt for the BaaS model to be able to buy the EV at around ₹ 70,000 (ex-showroom). Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 29 Jun 2025, 10:55 AM IST
