The competition in the electric scooter segment is heating up, with a lot of manufacturers like Ola, Ather and Bajaj offering some really snazzy electric scooters with awesome range and good top speeds. Now, Hero has entered the fray, with some really cool electric scooters that have some really good features, and make for good workhorses for the average commuter. If you have been waiting to make the switch from ICE engines to electric but are unsure about where to start? Read our article about the Hero Electric Nyx and Hero Electric Optima, and make your choice.
Hero Electric Nyx vs. Hero Electric Optima
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Scooter |
Price |
Range |
Electric Motor |
Speed |
Charging Time |
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Hero Electric Nyx |
₹86,490. |
165 km |
600W/1,200W BLDC hub motor |
625 kmph |
5 hours |
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Hero Electric Optima |
₹47,490 – ₹88,690. |
50-85 km |
250W BLDC Motor |
40 kmph |
The lead acid – 8-10 hours. Lithium-ion version takes around 4-5 hours. |
Price and Availability
Hero Electric NYX: This scooter is available at an average ex-showroom price of ₹ 86,490. The on-road price of the scooter will depend on where in India you purchase it. You can buy this scooter in any Hero showroom in India.
Hero Electric Optima: This scooter is available in the price range of ₹47,490 – ₹88,690. When it comes to on-road price, that will be subject to where the scooter is sold in India. All Hero showrooms across the country stock this scooter.
Design
Hero Electric NYX: Aimed at handling utility work, this scooter has been styled accordingly. It has a simple style, and isn’t too fancy like the other electric scooters in the market. This scooter has a split seat with under-seat storage for a helmet and other goods. This scooter also has a wide footboard that can accommodate extra luggage should the need arise.
Hero Electric Optima: This scooter looks like your conventional ICE two-wheeler except that it runs on battery. In terms of styline, the LX variant looks like the HX version. The design is sleek and the scooter has features like a halogen headlight, a broad comfortable seat and apron-mounted front blinkers.
Available colors
Hero Electric NYX: This scooter comes in just 2 color options, black and silver.
Hero Electric Optima: This scooter comes in 4 color options, namely Red, Grey, Blue, and White.
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Performance
Hero Electric NYX: This scooter has a top speed of just 25 kmph. Since its top speed is so low, you don’t need a license to ride this electric scooter in the city. The Hero NYX gets its power from a 600W/1,200W BLDC hub motor which draws power from a 51.2V/30Ah double battery.
Hero Electric Optima: The top speed of this scooter is from 25-45 kmph. For this scooter, you may need a license because the top speed crosses 40 kmph. You get this scooter with lead acid and lithium-ion battery types.
Range and Charging
Hero Electric NYX: This scooter has a 51.2V/30Ah double battery, which delivers a range of 165 km per charge and takes around 5 hours to charge fully.
Hero Electric Optima: This scooter comes with two battery options, lead acid, and lithium-ion. The former delivers a range of 50 km per charge while the latter can cover a distance of 85 km per charge. The lead acid variant takes around 8-10 hours to charge, while the lithium-ion version takes around 4-5 hours to charge fully.
Reviews
Hero Electric NYX: On Zigwheels, this scooter has lots of favorable reviews. Users have described it as a nimble commuter that is efficient and fun.
Hero Electric Optima: On Zigwheels, users have claimed this is an incredible scooter which is perfect for commuting in the city.