River Indie vs Hero Electric Optima
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, River Indie or Hero Electric Optima? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Indie and Optima. River Indie Price starts at Rs.1.43 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0. River Indie can generate 6.7 kW power whereas Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power. In terms of range, Indie provides a range of 161km/charge (base model), and Optima has a range of 135km/charge (base model). River Indie is available in 3 colours & 1 variants whereas Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
Indie vs Optima
Key Highlights | River Indie | Hero Electric Optima |
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Price | Rs.1.43 Lakh | Rs.83,300 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 6.7 kW | 1900 W |
Mileage/Range | 161 km/charge | 135 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Indie specifications | Optima specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 1.49 Lakh Price Breakup | 86,882 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.3 | 3.6 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Indie Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | - | No |
Front Disc Size | 240 | 130 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Front Wheel Size | 110/70 R14 | 12 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | No |
Rear Wheel Size | 120/70 R14 | 12 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Suspension with Hydraulic Dampers | TelescopiSuspension |
Rear Suspension | Coil spring with Twin Hydraulic Dampers | Telescopic Suspension |
Front Tyre Size | 14 inches | 90/90 - 12 |
Rear Tyre Size | 14 inches | 90/90 - 12 |
Front Type | Disc | Drum |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 200 mm | 130 mm |
Rear Type | Disc | Drum |
Instrumentation
Indie Instrumentation | Optima Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | - | No |
Fuel level guage | Digital | - |
Tachometer | Digital | No |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Indie Exterior | Optima Exterior | |
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LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Indie Warranty | Optima Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery and Motor Warranty | 3 Years battery and motor warranty |
Body & Suspension
Indie Body & Suspension | Optima Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Steel Tubular
Dual Cradle | Underbone |
Engine & Transmission
Indie Engine & Transmission | Optima Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | - | BLDC |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 4 kwh | 3 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 5 Hours | 6 hr 50 min |
Fast Charging | Yes | No |
Range | 161 km/charge | 135 km/charge |
Top Speed | 90 kmph | 55 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 47 mm x 63.1 mm | - |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Max Power | 6.7 kW | 1900 W |
Max Torque | 26 Nm | - |
Motor Power | - | 1200 |
Number of Gears | Single | - |
Comfort & Convenience
Indie Comfort & Convenience | Optima Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | - | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | No |
Front Storage Box | - | Yes |
Geo Fencing | - | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | - | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | Eco Ride and Rush | 2 |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | Yes |
GPS & Navigation | - | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | - | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | No |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Seat Style | Split | Single Seat |
Safety
Indie Safety | Optima Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | - | No |
Radial Tyres | - | No |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | - | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | LED | Halogen Bulb |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Power Modes | - | No |
Traction Control System | Yes | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Indie Dimensions & Capacity | Optima Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Width | 712 mm | - |
Height | 770 mm | - |
Wheelbase | 1365 mm | - |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 165 mm |
Body Type | Scooter | Electric Scooter |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | - | 102 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of River Indie and Hero Electric Optima
Safety
Indie comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm, Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System. Optima has Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.
Comfort & Convenience
River Indie has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Engine Kill Switch, 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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River Indie and Hero Electric Optima FAQs
What is the on-road price of River Indie?
The on-road price of River Indie is Rs. 1.49 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Optima?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Optima is Rs. 86,882 in New Delhi.