KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Ather 450X delivers faster top speed.
- Ather 450X includes more ride modes.
- EC-06 provides slightly longer riding range.
Yamaha recently launched its first electric scooter EC-06 at Rs. 1.68 lakh (ex-showroom). This scooter can go up to 169 km on a single charge. With the range it offers, it becomes a direct rival of the Ather 450X, which can go up to 161 km on a single charge. In this article, we will be discussing who is winning this electric race. Meanwhile, make sure to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Power & Modes
Yamaha EC-06 has a motor that produces 9.1 HP of power and 26 Nm of torque, whereas the Ather 450X has a motor that produces 8.5 HP of power and 26 Nm of torque. Clearly, the figures show that the EC-06 is outperforming the Ather 450X in terms of power. The EC-06 can reach a top speed of 79 kmph, whereas the Ather 450X can achieve a top speed of 90 kmph.
The EC-06 has three ride modes - Eco, Standard, and Power. On the other hand, the Ather 450X has five ride modes such as SmartEco, Eco, Ride, Sport, and Warp.
Battery & Charging
The EC-06 has a 4 kWh battery with a certified range of 169 km. It takes around 10 hours to charge from 0-100% and about 8 hours to go from 0-80% using a home charger.
The Ather 450X comes with a 3.7 kWh battery pack that has a certified range of 161 km. It takes around 4.5 hours to charge from 0-80% and about 5.5 hours for 0-100% using a home charger.
Dimension
| Scooter | Yamaha EC-06 | Ather 450X |
| Wheelbase | 1354 mm | 1296 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm | 170 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 132 Kg | 111.6 Kg |
| Boot | 24.5 L | 22 L |
Clearly, Ather 450X is more easy to handle with it's light weight and more ground clearance. However, Yamaha EC-06 is more practical with bigger under seat storage.
Features & Pricing
Both electric scooters are equipped with disc brakes on both wheels, but the EC-06 has a pair of 14-inch wheels, whereas the Ather 450X has 12-inch wheels. Both scooters have a combi braking system but do not offer ABS. Both scooters also feature park assist to help in tight spaces. The EC-06 has an LCD display, whereas the Ather 450X comes with a TFT display, and both are equipped with connectivity features.
The price of Ather 450X is Rs. 1.50 lakh (ex-showroom). However, the Yamaha EC-06 is Rs. 17,000 more expensive, priced at Rs. 1.67 lakh (ex-showroom).
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Verdict
The Yamaha EC-06 stands out with slightly higher power, bigger wheels, and a marginally longer range, making it suitable for comfort-focused riders. However, the Ather 450X offers better top speed, faster charging, more ride modes, and a lower price, making it a more practical and feature-rich choice for most buyers.
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