Ola Electric has launched the S1Z electric scooter in India, bringing its indigenously developed Bharat Cell LFP technology to a more accessible segment. The S1Z starts at an introductory price of ₹79,999, with two battery options offering claimed IDC ranges of up to 179 km and 301 km.
The new scooter is available with 3.1 kWh and 5.1 kWh battery options, while both versions use a 4 kW peak-power motor and run on Ola's MoveOS 5 software platform.
S1Z price and range
The S1Z is available in two versions. The 3.1 kWh variant is priced at ₹79,999, while the 5.1 kWh variant costs ₹99,999. Both are introductory ex-showroom prices.
| Variant | Battery | IDC Range | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1Z 3.1 kWh | 3.1 kWh | 179 km | ₹79,999 |
| S1Z 5.1 kWh | 5.1 kWh | 301 km | ₹99,999 |
The 3.1 kWh version is scheduled to begin deliveries in December 2026, while deliveries of the 5.1 kWh version are scheduled to start in March 2027.
S1Z gets Ola's Bharat Cell LFP technology
The biggest technology highlight of the S1Z is its battery.
Ola Electric says the S1Z is its first product powered by its in-house developed 46-series LFP Bharat Cell technology. The cells are developed at Ola's Battery Innovation Centre in Bengaluru and manufactured at the company's Gigafactory in Tamil Nadu.
Both S1Z variants use the LFP cell technology.
4 kW motor and 70 km/h top speed
Both versions of the S1Z use a 4 kW peak-power motor and have a top speed of 70 km/h.
The 3.1 kWh version accelerates from 0 to 40 km/h in 4.6 seconds, while the 5.1 kWh version takes 4.9 seconds.
| Specification | S1Z 3.1 kWh | S1Z 5.1 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 3.1 kWh LFP | 5.1 kWh LFP |
| IDC range | 179 km | 301 km |
| Peak motor power | 4 kW | 4 kW |
| Top speed | 70 km/h | 70 km/h |
| 0-40 km/h | 4.6 sec | 4.9 sec |
| Wheel size | 12-inch | 12-inch |
| Software | MoveOS 5 | MoveOS 5 |
The S1Z is offered in White, Anthracite, Sky Splash Blue and Matcha Green.
MoveOS 5 brings connected features
The S1Z runs on MoveOS 5, Ola Electric's software platform for its electric vehicles.
The scooter gets features including cruise control, regenerative braking, reverse mode, GPS navigation, OTA software updates, geo fencing, time fencing and mode fencing.
It also gets Easy Park, designed to help with low-speed manoeuvring in tight parking spaces. Ride statistics and energy information can be accessed through the Ola Electric app.
Charging times
The S1Z supports home charging.
The 3.1 kWh version takes 5 hours 42 minutes for a 0-80% charge, while the 5.1 kWh version takes 6 hours 16 minutes.
| Charging | S1Z 3.1 kWh | S1Z 5.1 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Home charging, 0-80% | 5 hr 42 min | 6 hr 16 min |
Warranty and deliveries
Ola Electric offers a 3-year or 40,000 km scooter warranty, whichever comes first.
The company has scheduled deliveries of the 3.1 kWh S1Z to begin in December 2026, followed by the 5.1 kWh version in March 2027.
Ola S1Z key specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Battery options | 3.1 kWh, 5.1 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP |
| IDC range | Up to 301 km |
| Peak motor power | 4 kW |
| Top speed | 70 km/h |
| 0-40 km/h | 4.6 sec / 4.9 sec |
| Wheel size | 12-inch |
| Software | MoveOS 5 |
| Home charging, 0-80% | 5 hr 42 min / 6 hr 16 min |
| Scooter warranty | 3 years/40,000 km |
| Colours | White, Anthracite, Sky Splash Blue, Matcha Green |
Ola Electric expands its S1 range with the S1Z
With the S1Z, Ola Electric is bringing its Bharat Cell LFP technology to a new scooter range starting below ₹1 lakh.
The two battery options give buyers a choice between a 179 km IDC range at ₹79,999 and a 301 km IDC range at ₹99,999, while both versions retain the same 4 kW peak motor and MoveOS 5 platform.
With deliveries scheduled to begin later this year, the S1Z will add another model to Ola Electric's growing scooter portfolio and mark a wider rollout of its in-house LFP cell technology.
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