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Ola Electric S1 Air vs Hero Electric Optima

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Ola Electric S1 Air or Hero Electric Optima? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between S1 Air and Optima. Ola Electric S1 Air Price starts at Rs.89,999 (ex-showroom) for 3kWh and Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0. Ola Electric S1 Air can generate 6000 W power whereas Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power. In terms of range, S1 Air provides a range of 151km/charge (base model), and Optima has a range of 135km/charge (base model). Ola Electric S1 Air is available in 5 colours & 3 variants whereas Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.

S1 Air vs Optima

Key HighlightsOla Electric S1 AirHero Electric Optima
PriceRs.89,999Rs.83,300
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power6000 W1900 W
Mileage/Range151 km/charge135 km/charge
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Ola Electric S1 Air 3kWh scooter
3kWh
Rs. 89,999
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Hero Electric Optima CX 2.0 scooter
CX 2.0
Rs. 83,300
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
93,869
Price Breakup
86,882
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.2
3.6
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
Not Applicable
Front Disc Size
-
130
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Wheel Size
-
12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
Rear Wheel Size
-
12
Wheel Type
Sheet Metal
Alloy
Front Suspension
Twin Telescopic Fork
TelescopiSuspension
Rear Suspension
Dual Shock
Telescopic Suspension
Front Tyre Size
90/90 - R12
90/90 - 12
Rear Tyre Size
90/90 - R12
90/90 - 12
Front Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Disc/Drum Size
-
130 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Drum

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
check
Touch Screen Display
check
Tachometer
-
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
8 Years Battery and 3 Years Motor
3 Years battery and motor warranty

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Tubular and Sheet Metal
Underbone

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Hub
BLDC
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Battery Capacity
3 kwh
3 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Lithium Ion
Charging Time
5 Hour
6 hr 50 min
Fast Charging
check
Range
151 km/charge
135 km/charge
Top Speed
90 kmph
55 kmph
Charging Socket
check
-
Max Power
6000 W
1900 W
Motor Power
6
1200

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
check
check
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
2
Under Seat Storage
34
check
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
-
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Seat Style
Single Seat
Single Seat

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
LED
Halogen Bulb
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Power Modes
3

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1860 mm
-
Width
850 mm
-
Height
1298 mm
-
Wheelbase
1359 mm
-
Ground Clearance
160 mm
165 mm
Body Type
Cumuter
Electric Scooter
Seat Height
805 mm
-
Unladden/Kerb Weight
108 kg
102 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Excellent value for money in the segment
  • Small body & light weight make it very agile
  • Decent top speed of 85 km/h
  • Design has a wide appeal owing to conventional styling
  • Gets Telescopic Forks and Alloy Wheels
  • Quite well priced as compared to some of the rivals
Cons
  • Basic design theme might not appeal to all
  • Ride quality could have been better
  • Some owners have reported niggles with electricals
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Detailed Comparison of Ola Electric S1 Air and Hero Electric Optima

Safety

S1 Air comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Optima has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

Ola Electric S1 Air has features like Pillion Footrest, Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator and Hero Electric Optima, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Front Storage Box, Under Seat Storage, Low Battery Indicator, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator.

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Ola Electric S1 Air and Hero Electric Optima Owner Reviews

  • S1 Air Review
  • Optima Review
    • R
      Rudra
      03 Sep 2025
      3.4
      This is a very good scooter for long rides with a smart and stylish look. It’s one of the best scooters in this price range. Really worth buying book it now on 91wheel and go get yours.
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      Sushil Vaishnaw
      01 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Nice and very beautiful. It comes in excellent condition with no problems and is easy to drive. The price is good, the range is impressive, and the speed is excellent.
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    • P
      Priyamjaiswal
      1 Month ago
      3.2
      Its look and performance are excellent! This is one of the best electric bikes out there. It runs smoothly, and its speed is truly impressive it can even compete with petrol bikes.
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    • AR
      Abdul Rahman
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      Best scooter in the India. Super build quality and good mileage.
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    • KK
      Keshav Kumar
      3 Month ago
      5.0
      Nice scooty. Best speed and best look. Affordable price Ola S1 air is powerful and more quality and more value.
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