White Carbon Motors GT5 vs Hero Electric Optima

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, White Carbon Motors GT5 or Hero Electric Optima? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between GT5 and Optima. White Carbon Motors GT5 Price starts at Rs.1.25 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD and Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.1.07 Lakh (ex-showroom) for CX Dual Battery. White Carbon Motors GT5 can generate N/A power whereas Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power. In terms of range, GT5 provides a range of 100km/charge (base model), and Optima has a range of 89km/charge (base model). White Carbon Motors GT5 is available in 2 colours & 1 variants whereas Hero Electric Optima is available in 4 colours & 2 variants.

GT5 vs Optima

Key Highlights	White Carbon Motors GT5	Hero Electric Optima
Price	Rs.1.25 Lakh	Rs.1.07 Lakh
Engine Capacity	N/A	N/A
Power	N/A	1900 W
Mileage/Range	100 km/charge	89 km/charge

White Carbon Motors GT5

STD

Rs. 1.25 Lakh

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Hero Electric Optima

CX Dual Battery

Rs. 1.07 Lakh

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Vida V1

Plus

Rs. 1.22 Lakh

Specifications Overview

GT5 specifications	Optima specifications	V1 specifications
Variant Name	STD	CX Dual Battery	Plus
On Road Price	1.30 Lakh Price Breakup	1.11 Lakh Price Breakup	1.27 Lakh Price Breakup
User Rating	3.9 13 Reviews	3.8 28 Reviews	3.5 35 Reviews
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

GT5 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	Optima 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	Telescopic Suspension	-
Rear Suspension	Dual Coil	Telescopic Suspension	-
Front Tyre Size	120/70-12	90/90 - 12	-
Rear Tyre Size	120/70-12	90/90 - 12	-
Front Type	Disc	Drum	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	-	130 mm	-
Rear Type	Disc	Drum	Drum
Tubeless Tyres	-	Yes	Yes

Instrumentation

GT5 Instrumentation	Optima Instrumentation	V1 Instrumentation
Touch Screen Display	-	-	Yes
Riding Modes Switch	-	-	Yes
Tachometer	-	NA	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital

Body & Suspension

GT5 Body & Suspension	Optima Body & Suspension	V1 Body & Suspension
Colors	GT5 Colours	Optima Colours	V1 Colours
Images	GT5 Images	Optima Images	V1 Images
Frame Type	-	Underbone	Underbone

Engine & Transmission

GT5 Engine & Transmission	Optima Engine & Transmission	V1 Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	-	-	PMSW
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Battery Capacity	2.4 kwh	2 kwh	3.44 kwh
Battery Type	Lithium-ion	Lithium Ion	Lithium Ion
Charging Time	3-4 Hours	4 hr 50 mins	5 Hours 15 Minutes
Fast Charging	-	No	Yes
Range	100 km/charge	89 km/charge	-
Top Speed	50 kmph	48 kmph	80 kmph
Max Torque	-	-	25 Nm
Max Power	-	1900 W	6000 W
Charging Socket	Yes	-	-
Bore x Stroke	47 mm x 63.1 mm	no information	-
Motor Power	3	1200	6 kW

Comfort & Convenience

GT5 Comfort & Convenience	Optima 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
Console Type	Digital	Digital	Digital
Seat Style	Single	Single	Single
Start Type	Push Button Start	Electric Start	Push Button Start

Safety

GT5 Safety	Optima Safety	V1 Safety
Hazard Warning Switch	-	-	Yes
Hazard Warning Indicator	-	1	Yes
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	No	No	No

Dimensions & Capacity

GT5 Dimensions & Capacity	Optima Dimensions & Capacity	V1 Dimensions & Capacity
Length	1850 mm	-	-
Width	675 mm	-	-
Height	1140 mm	-	-
Wheelbase	1370 mm	-	1031 mm
Ground Clearance	160 mm	165 mm	155 mm
Body Type	-	-	Electric Scooter
Unladden/Kerb Weight	170 kg	93 kg	124 kg
Seat Height	-	-	780 mm

Entertainment & Communication

GT5 Entertainment & Communication	Optima Entertainment & Communication	V1 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)	-	-	OTA enabled 7 inch TFT with Touch

Pros & Cons

GT5 Pros & Cons	Optima Pros & Cons	V1 Pros & Cons
Pros		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	Feels well made, strong build quality Removable batteries a big boon Feature loaded including removable rear seat Hero's unbeatable network in India Vida owners can use Ather's grid network for charging
Cons		Ride quality could have been better Some owners have reported niggles with electricals	Limited top speed of just 82 km/h Not as quick as Ola S1 Pro, range is also lower on the Vida Slightly on the pricier side

Which Scooter Do You Like More ?

White Carbon Motors GT5 STD

Hero Electric Optima CX Dual Battery

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₹ 1.07 - ₹ 1.30 Lakh*
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Optima
₹ 1.07 - ₹ 1.30 Lakh*
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₹ 1.05 Lakh*
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₹ 1.07 - ₹ 1.30 Lakh*
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White Carbon Motors GT5 and Hero Electric Optima and Vida V1 Owner Reviews

GT5 Review
Optima Review
V1 Review

- ak
  ankur kataria
  1 Year ago
  Review for White Carbon Motors GT5
  4.0
  Performance is amazing and excellent. And this scooter is so stylish and comfortable that it's perfect for day-to-day activities.
  Likes (1)
- DS
  Deepak Saini
  1 Year ago
  Review for White Carbon Motors GT5
  4.4
  It has nice looks and features, as well as a very comfortable seat. This is a great scooter in this segment.
  Like
- JS
  Julian Singh
  1 Year ago
  Review for White Carbon Motors GT5
  4.0
  It has USB charge ports, an aluminium swing arm, a built-in anti-theft system, and 12-inch alloy wheels. All the features and specifications are very useful.
  Like
- 1 Year ago
  Review for White Carbon Motors GT5
  3.8
  This beautiful and well-advanced electric scooter has lots of high-tech features for daily use. It is the future of electric vehicles.
  Like
- MA
  Mansi Arora
  1 Year ago
  Review for White Carbon Motors GT5
  3.8
  It has digital speedometer and odometer, LED projector headlamp and tail lamp, stylish looks with USB port & side stand indicator.
  Like

View All User Review For GT5

White Carbon Motors GT5 and Hero Electric Optima FAQs

What is the on-road price of White Carbon Motors GT5?

The on-road price of White Carbon Motors GT5 is Rs. 1.30 Lakh in New Delhi.

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.