Vida VX2 : The Vida VX2 has hit the Indian market like a breath of fresh air for urban riders tired of fuel bills and traffic snarls.
Launched by Hero MotoCorp’s EV arm, this scooter promises affordability, smarts, and solid performance without breaking the bank.
A Smart Entry into Affordable EVs
Hero Vida pulled off a masterstroke with the VX2, targeting the sub-Rs 1 lakh segment that’s exploding in cities like Delhi and Mumbai.
Priced from Rs 59,490 ex-showroom under the Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model—at just 96 paise per km—this scooter’s upfront cost feels like a steal compared to rivals demanding lakhs outright.
Ownership jumps to Rs 99,490 for the base VX2 Go if you buy the battery, or Rs 1.09 lakh for the Plus variant.
It’s no gimmick; the BaaS lets you swap batteries hassle-free at Vida hubs, slashing worries about home charging in apartments. Early buzz from riders highlights how this democratizes EVs for middle-class families juggling budgets.
Powertrain That Packs a Punch
Under the hood—or rather, the floorboard—the VX2 runs a 3.9kW hub motor delivering peppy acceleration: 0-40kmph in 4.2 seconds for Go, dropping to 3.1 seconds on Plus.
Top speeds hit 70kmph on Go and 80kmph on Plus, enough to zip through congested streets without feeling underpowered.
Dual removable lithium-ion batteries define it: 2.2kWh on Go for 92km IDC range, 3.4kWh on Plus stretching to 142km.
Fast charging juices up to 80% in 62 minutes at over 4,600 public stations, or six hours with the home charger. Regenerative braking feeds energy back, squeezing extra km from every stop.
Riding modes add flair—Eco for sipping range in traffic (up to 45kmph), Ride for daily hustles (70kmph), and Sports on Plus (80kmph).
Twist the throttle backward for regen, or tap for reverse at 3kmph—parking in tight spots becomes child’s play.
Design Built for City Chaos
Forget bulky EVs; the VX2’s compact frame on 12-inch wheels and low floorboard screams urban agility. Weighing light, it maneuvers like a dream in Delhi’s bylanes, with a seat height welcoming shorter riders too.
Colors pop—Matte Giallo Lime, Nexus Blue, Pearl Red—turning heads without ostentation. Storage shines: 33.2 litres under the seat on Go, 27.2 on Plus (dual batteries take space).
LED lights cut through fog, tubeless tyres grip wet roads, and the steel chassis shrugs off potholes. It’s practical poetry for pillion-carrying commuters.
Tech That Feels Premium
A 4.3-inch TFT on Plus (LCD on Go) beams ride stats, nav, and diagnostics. Vida app syncs for turn-by-turn, OTA updates, and remote immobilization—lock it from your phone if sketchy parking looms.
Cloud connectivity pings service alerts, while two modes plus reverse make it idiot-proof. No frills overload; it’s intuitive tech that works.
Reverse gear? Long-press park button. Modes switch on the fly. Early testers rave about seamless app integration tracking range in real-time, a boon for range-anxiety newbies.
How It Stacks Against the Pack
In a ring with Ola S1X+, TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, the VX2 punches above its weight. Cheaper BaaS undercuts Ola’s base, while Hero’s vast network edges TVS on service.
Range rivals Ather Rizta, but VX2’s swappables win for apartment dwellers sans garages. Users score it 4.8/5, praising build over flimsier rivals.
Drawbacks? Plus’s storage dip, no massive boot. Still, for Rs 0.17/km running cost, it laps petrol scooters guzzling Rs 3/km. Verdict: VX2 edges for value-driven buyers.
Real-World Buzz from Riders
Delhiite Gaurav calls it a “Brahmastra for middle class”—92km daily without sweat. Forums buzz with Plus owners hitting 120km real-world, fast charges saving lunch breaks.
Complaints? App glitches in beta, but OTA fixes roll quick. Test rides book fast at Hero outlets; hubs sprout everywhere.
One Mumbai reviewer zipped 50km office runs, loving reverse for alleys. Families dig family-oriented ergonomics, safe speeds for kids. It’s bridging EV skeptics, proving electrics aren’t elite toys anymore.
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Why Vida VX2 Fits India’s EV Future
As Delhi chokes on emissions, VX2 embodies Hero’s push—affordable, networked, reliable. Subsidies keep it competitive, BaaS scales ownership.
With 2026 eyeing mass adoption, this scooter’s timing is spot-on, blending Hero reliability with EV edge.Riders save thousands yearly on fuel, maintenance near-zero.
Network growth promises uptime. If you’re eyeing green wheels under a lakh, VX2 isn’t hype—it’s the smart scoot redefining commutes. Book a ride; feel the shift yourself.