Simple Ultra vs Ather 450 Apex - Battle Of Performance Scooters

Its a clash between two Bengaluru-based electric two-wheeler manufacturers - Simple Energy and Ather Energy. Both brands offer scooters dedicated to enthusiasts who love fast machines. Ather has its flagship 450 Apex, while Simple has launched the Ultra. Both are equipped with large battery packs and offer astonishing range figures. Let's compare the two - and in the meantime, do join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on the latest automotive updates.

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Simple Ultra vs Ather 450 Apex - Price

Let's start with the price, as it's the most important factor and often the biggest attraction when it comes to a value-driven product. The Simple Ultra is the more expensive option, priced at Rs 2.34 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Ather 450 Apex costs Rs 1.89 lakh (ex-showroom). That's a difference of Rs 45,000 - a significant gap that could be a deal-breaker for many. But does the Simple Energy offering justify this premium? Let's find out by taking a closer look at its specifications.

Scooters	Simple Ultra	450 Apex
Price	Rs 2.34 Lakh	Rs 1.89 Lakh

Specifications

The Simple Ultra is equipped with a 6.5 kWh battery pack and has a claimed IDC range of 400 km. On the other hand, the Ather 450 Apex gets a 3.7 kWh battery with a claimed range of 157 km. This is a massive difference, and buyers looking for a long-range e-scooter may lean towards the Ultra. However, there's an important distinction - most people don't really need a scooter for such long distances, as those purposes are typically served by touring bikes or cars. So, this feels more like a showcase of engineering capability rather than a real-world advantage, because in practical terms, only a very small percentage of owners would use it for inter-state travel.

Specifications	Simple Ultra	450 Apex
Battery Pack	6.5 kWh	3.7 kWh
Range	400 km	157 km
Power	Na	7.0 KW
Torque	Na	26 Nm
0 - 40 km/h	2.77 seconds	2.9 seconds
Top-Speed	115 km/h	100 km/h

On paper, the Simple Ultra clearly takes the lead with a significantly larger 6.5 kWh battery, delivering an impressive claimed range of 400 km, along with quicker acceleration and a higher top speed of 115 km/h. In comparison, the Ather 450 Apex, with its 3.7 kWh battery and 157 km range, focuses more on balanced performance, offering strong power and torque figures. While the Ultra dominates in outright numbers, the Apex presents a more practical and performance-oriented package for everyday urban use.

Both scooters differ in terms of power and performance, but they cater to the same type of customer. The biggest difference, however, lies in the pricing, which is significantly higher for the Simple Ultra. As for features, both offer high-definition displays along with wireless connectivity that enhances the overall user experience.

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