Ather Rizta vs Tvs Iqube

Autocar India

Engine & Transmission

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Electric
Electric

Motor Type

PMS Motor
BLDC Hub-Mounted Motor

Lithium-ion battery

Max Motor Power

4.3 kW
4.4 kW

Max Motor Torque

22 Nm
140 Nm

Reverse gear

Transmission Type

Automatic
Automatic

Fuel & Performance

EV Battery Capacity

3.7 kWh
5.3 kWh

Claimed battery range

160 km
212 km

Claimed Charging Time

0-100% in 6.1 hrs and 0-80% in 4.3 hrs
0-100% in 5 hrs and 0-80% in 4.18 hrs

Top Speed

80 kph
82 kph

0-40kph

4.7 sec
None sec

Chassis & Suspension

Front Suspension Type

Telescopic Forks
Telescopic Forks

Rear Suspension Type

Monoshock Absorbers
Hydraulic Twin Tube Shock Absorber

Front Brakes

Disc
Disc

Rear Brakes

Drum
Drum

Wheel Type

Alloy
Alloy

Wheel Construction

Alloy
Alloy

Tyre type

Tubeless
Tubeless

Front Tyre Size

90/90 - 12
90/90 - 12

Rear Tyre Size

100/80 - 12
90/90 - 12

Front Wheel Size

12 inch
12 inch

Rear Wheel Size

12 inch
12 inch

Front Brake Type

Disc
Disc

Front Brake Size

200 mm
220 mm

Rear Brake Type

Drum
Drum

Rear Brake Size

130 mm
130 mm

Chassis name

Tubular Structure

Chassis type

Tubular chassis

Calliper Type

Front - 1 Piston, Rear - Piston

Dimensions

Length

1850 mm
1805 mm

Width

750 mm
645 mm

Height

1140 mm
1140 mm

Wheelbase

1285 mm
1301 mm

Seat height

780 mm
770 mm

Ground Clearance

165 mm
157 mm

Kerb Weight

119 kg
129.7 kg

Safety

Hazard lights

Combined Braking System

Features

Odometer

USB Charging Port

Underseat storage light

Turn Signal

Tripmeters Type

Digital
Digital

Tripmeter

Start Type

Electric Start
Electric Start

Stand Alarm

Riding Modes

Pillion Seat

Pillion Grabrail

Pillion Footrest

Pillion Backrest

Pass-light switch

Navigation

Electric Start

Bluetooth Connectivity

Brake/Tail Light

LED
LED

Clock

Daytime Running Lights

Low Battery Indicator

Engine-kill switch

Headlamp Type

LED
LED

Headlight Bulb Type

LED
LED

Hill-hold Assist

Keyless Lock

No. of Tripmeters

2

Cruise Control

Instrumentation

TFT colour Instrument cluster

Touchscreen

Trip Meter

Instrument console

Digital
Digital

Average Speed

Questions you may find useful

3w

Ather Rizta or iqube? Which one to buy ?

6w

Hi there. I am planning to buy an electric scooter for my daily commute of around 30 km. I have test-ridden the TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak 3502 and Ather Rizta. I found the Chetak to be quieter and smoother, while the Rizta makes a sound similar to an e-rickshaw. I also wasn't impressed with the braking performance of the TVS iQube, so I've ruled it out. Which scooter would be the better choice in terms of after-sales service, reliability and cost per kilometre?

Verified
6w

After-sales and servicing depend on a multitude of factors, and you should choose between the Rizta and Chetak based on which dealer and service centre feels like the safer bet to you. Cost per kilometre will also vary largely based on how much you ride every day and how fast you do so (because range will vary as per the riding mode you're in), so it's hard to accurately gauge this. Both the Rizta and Chetak are proven products and are pretty evenly matched, except in terms of price, where the Rizta is quite a bit more expensive. So, pick whichever one you like more.

Ather Rizta
Bajaj Chetak
8w

I have a 2009 Hero Honda Xtreme that has seen very little use. I am now planning to scrap it and buy something new. I am considering an EV, specifically either the Ather Rizta or the TVS iQube. Which one would you suggest? My daily travel would be around 20-25km. Even if I buy the 2.2kWh version, the range will reduce after a few years due to battery ageing. My main concern is battery longevity and warranty.

Verified
7w

Both the Ather Rizta and TVS iQube are great options, and no matter which one you choose, you realistically cannot go wrong with them. The Rizta has much more tech, and even its small battery gives you 105km of real-world range on a single charge. Its boot is also better shaped than the iQube's, which means a good-quality imported full-face helmet will fit inside alongside the charger, provided you thoughtfully arrange everything inside.On the other hand, the TVS iQube is as simple as an electric scooter gets and is a no-nonsense machine which just keeps running without fault day in and day out. TVS's service reach across the country is better than Ather's, so the iQube makes for the logical purchase, but it's not like the Rizta is an outlier. Picking between the two will be made easier once you get a test ride of both and see which one you're leaning toward more.No matter which option you choose, your commute is short enough that a normal amount of range drop after a few years will not majorly affect you.

Ather Rizta
TVS iQube
10w

I am planning to buy either the TVS iQube ST 5.3kWh or the Ather Rizta. I want a scooter that is reliable and durable in the long term, without battery-related issues. I have already owned a Honda Activa for many years, so I am expecting a similar level of reliability from an EV scooter as well. My daily commute is around 30km on the highway.

Verified
9w

Since you travel around 30km on the highway every day, the TVS iQube ST 5.3kWh makes more sense because its larger battery pack gives you a substantial range buffer, meaning you won't need to charge it very often.At higher highway speeds, EVs tend to consume more energy than they do in city conditions, where speeds are generally lower. In that regard, a larger battery pack is a significant advantage.On top of that, the iQube is as straightforward and easy-going as an electric scooter can be. It feels very much like a conventional scooter to ride and live with, apart from the EV-specific traits of silent operation and instant torque. It has also built a strong reputation in the market, with very few issues reported so far, and it benefits from the backing of an established manufacturer like TVS.

TVS iQube