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Suzuki Motorcycle India launched its first electric scooter in India, Suzuki E-Access at Rs 1.88 lakh, which includes 95km range, three riding modes and fast charging.
New Delhi. Suzuki Motorcycle India has officially opened the bookings for its first electric scooter, the Suzuki E-Access, marking the brand's foray into the electric two-wheeler segment with India as the launch market. Its price has been kept at Rs 1.88 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). E-Access has been introduced as a strong, practical and premium option in the rapidly growing EV scooter segment in urban areas. Along with the booking announcement, the company has also introduced a new dual-tone paint scheme: Metallic Matte Stellar Blue/Metallic Matte Fibroin Grey, taking the total to 4 attractive color options available.
rigorous testing
Based on Suzuki e-Technology, the e-Access features Suzuki's own e-Technology, which features a 3.07kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery, which is designed for longer life and better thermal stability. Suzuki claims that this battery gives four times more life than conventional NMC units and has been subjected to rigorous tests like submersion, vibration, drop and temperature stress. This scooter has a 5.58bhp (4.1kW) motor, which gives 15Nm torque. Its top speed is 71kmph and according to the company it can run up to 95km on a single charge. Suzuki says that the acceleration of the scooter remains responsive even with 10% battery charge.
three riding modes
Riders are offered three ride modes: Eco, Ride A and Ride B, which can be selected via Suzuki Drive Mode Selector-e (SDMS-e). Besides, reverse mode is also provided which makes driving even easier. Regenerative braking and maintenance-free belt drive has been provided in E-Access, whose life is said to be up to 7 years or 70,000km.
Charging options and network support
Both standard and fast charging support is available in e-Access. Standard charging takes 6 hours 42 minutes, while DC fast charging reduces this time to about 2 hours 12 minutes. Customers can also charge the scooter at home or from a portable charger.
AC charging at more than 1,200 outlets
Suzuki says that it is making its entire network EV-ready. More than 1,200 outlets will have AC charging facilities, while more than 240 dealerships are already equipped with DC fast chargers and there are plans to expand further. The aim is to provide the best experience even to first-time EV buyers through certified EV technicians and dedicated service tools.