Hero Electric Optima vs River EV Indie
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Optima or River EV Indie? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Optima and Indie. Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.1.07 Lakh (ex-showroom) for CX Dual Battery and River EV Indie Price starts at Rs.1.38 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power whereas River EV Indie can generate 6.7 power. In terms of range, Optima provides a range of 89km/charge (base model), and Indie has a range of 120km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Optima is available in 4 colours & 2 variants whereas River EV Indie is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.
Optima vs Indie
| Key Highlights | Hero Electric Optima | River Indie |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Rs.1.07 Lakh | Rs.1.38 Lakh |
| Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
| Power | 1900 W | 6.7 |
| Mileage/Range | 89 km/charge | 120 km/charge |
Specifications Overview
| Optima specifications | Indie specifications | V1 specifications | |
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| On Road Price | 1.11 Lakh | 1.44 Lakh | 1.27 Lakh |
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| Transmission Type | Automatic | - | Automatic |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
| Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Indie Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | V1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
|---|---|---|---|
Rear Wheel Size | 12 | - | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | - | Yes |
Front Wheel Size | 12 | - | - |
Calliper Type | No | - | Front - 2 Piston Caliper |
Braking System | CBS | - | CBS |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Telescopic Suspension with Hydraulic Dampers | - |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Coil spring with Twin Hydraulic Dampers | - |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 12 | - | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 90/90 - 12 | - | - |
Front Type | Drum | Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | - | - |
Rear Type | Drum | - | Drum |
Tubeless Tyres | Yes | - | Yes |
Instrumentation
| Optima Instrumentation | Indie Instrumentation | V1 Instrumentation | |
|---|---|---|---|
Touch Screen Display | - | - | Yes |
Riding Modes Switch | - | - | Yes |
Fuel level guage | - | Digital | - |
Tachometer | NA | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - | Digital |
Body & Suspension
| Optima Body & Suspension | Indie Body & Suspension | V1 Body & Suspension | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Images | |||
Frame Type | Underbone | - | Underbone |
Engine & Transmission
| Optima Engine & Transmission | Indie Engine & Transmission | V1 Engine & Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|
Engine Type | - | - | PMSW |
Transmission Type | Automatic | - | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 2 kwh | 4 kwh | 3.44 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium-Ion | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 4 hr 50 mins | - | 5 Hours 15 Minutes |
Fast Charging | No | - | Yes |
Range | 89 km/charge | 120 km/charge | - |
Top Speed | 48 kmph | 90 kmph | 80 kmph |
Max Torque | - | - | 25 Nm |
Max Power | 1900 W | 6.7 | 6000 W |
Charging Socket | - | Yes | - |
Bore x Stroke | no information | 47 mm x 63.1 mm | - |
Motor Power | 1200 | - | 6 kW |
Comfort & Convenience
| Optima Comfort & Convenience | Indie Comfort & Convenience | V1 Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|---|---|
Riding Modes | No | - | Eco& Ride and Sports |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | - | Yes |
Geo Fencing | - | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | 1 | - | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | - | Yes |
Average Speed Indicator | - | - | Yes |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | - | 26 ltr |
Engine Kill Switch | - | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital | Digital |
Seat Style | Single | Split | Single |
Start Type | Electric Start | - | Push Button Start |
Safety
| Optima Safety | Indie Safety | V1 Safety | |
|---|---|---|---|
Hazard Warning Switch | - | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | - | Yes |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No | No |
Traction Control System | - | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
| Optima Dimensions & Capacity | Indie Dimensions & Capacity | V1 Dimensions & Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|
Width | - | 712 mm | - |
Height | - | 770 mm | - |
Wheelbase | - | 1365 mm | 1031 mm |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 165 mm | 155 mm |
Body Type | - | - | Electric Scooter |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 93 kg | - | 124 kg |
Seat Height | - | - | 780 mm |
Entertainment & Communication
| Optima Entertainment & Communication | Indie Entertainment & Communication | V1 Entertainment & Communication | |
|---|---|---|---|
MID (Multi Info Display) | - | - | OTA enabled 7 inch TFT with Touch |
Pros & Cons
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Which Scooter Do You Like More ?
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Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Optima has features like Under Seat Storage and River EV Indie, on the other hand, has Engine Kill Switch.
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Hero Electric Optima and River Indie FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Optima?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Optima is Rs. 1.11 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of River Indie?
The on-road price of River Indie is Rs. 1.44 Lakh in New Delhi.