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Hero Electric Optima
The Hero Electric Optima is a budget-friendly electric scooter built for simple, everyday city commuting. It stands out with its lightweight design and dual-battery option offering up to 140 km claimed range, making it appealing for cost-conscious users. The upright seating and easy handling improve daily usability, while its basic braking setup and minimal tech highlight its no-frills approach. Overall, the Optima is aimed at riders looking for affordable, low-maintenance electric mobility for short urban trips.
Hero Electric Optima Latest Update
Last Updated on 5th Apr'25: The Hero Electric Optima is a straightforward electric scooter offered in two versions: the Optima CX 2.0 and the Optima CX 5.0. While the Optima electric scooter itself has not received any recent updates, Hero MotoCorp, a separate entity, has recently launched the Hero Xtreme 250R motorcycle.
The Hero Electric Optima is a minimalist electric scooter, is available in two variants namely the Optima CX 2.0 and the Optima CX 5.0. While the Optima remains unchanged, Hero MotoCorp has recently unveiled an updated version of the Mavrick 440 at EICMA 2024. The updated Mavrick 440 features upgraded USD front forks and a TFT display, taking it at par with the feature set of its Harley-Davidson X440 sibling.
EMI ₹ 1,575 /mo
Optima Highlights
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On Target Mass-market electric that balances practicality, decent range, and affordability for everyday urban commuting.
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What We Like Smooth ride, practical design, usable range, comfortable seating, good value.
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What We Don’t Like Conservative styling, average performance, basic features, slow charging.
Battery Capacity
2 kWh
In 1 Variant
3 kWh
In 1 Variant
Battery Capacity by Variants
Battery Capacity of Optima Competitors
| Model | Battery Capacity (kWh) |
|---|---|
| Chetak C35 | 3.5 kWh |
| PraisePro | 3.3 kWh |
| E Scoot 504 | 1.44 kWh, 1.8 kWh, 2.04 kWh |
| iQube Electric | 2.2 kWh, 3.1 kWh, 3.5 kWh, 4.7 kWh, 5.3 kWh |
| Epluto 7G | 2.5 kWh, 3 kWh, 3.5 kWh |
| Magnus | 2.3 kWh, 3 kWh |
| 450X | 2.9 kWh, 3.7 kWh |
| Indie | 4 kWh |
| C12 | 2 kWh, 2.7 kWh, 3.2 kWh |
| S1 Pro Gen 3 | 3 kWh, 4 kWh, 5.2 kWh |
Range
135 km
In 1 Variant
89 km
In 1 Variant
Range by Variants
Range of Optima Competitors
| Model | Range (km) |
|---|---|
| Chetak C35 | 151 km, 153 km |
| PraisePro | 88 km |
| E Scoot 504 | 65 km |
| iQube Electric | 121 km, 145 km, 175 km, 212 km, 94 km |
| Epluto 7G | 120 km, 150 km |
| Magnus | 118 km, 142 km |
| 450X | 126 km, 161 km |
| Indie | 161 km |
| C12 | 123 km, 135 km, 85 km |
| S1 Pro Gen 3 | 176 km, 242 km, 320 km |
Charging Time
4 Hours 30 Minutes (0-100%)
In 1 Variant
6 Hours 50 Minutes (0-100%)
In 1 Variant
Charging Time by Variants
Charging Time of Optima Competitors
| Model | Charging Time |
|---|---|
| Chetak C35 | 3 Hours (0-80%), 3 Hours 25 Minutes (0-80%) |
| PraisePro | 2 Hours - 3 Hours (0-100%) |
| E Scoot 504 | 4 Hours - 5 Hours (0-100%), 7 Hours - 8 Hours (0-100%) |
| iQube Electric | 2 Hours 45 Minutes (0-80%), 3 Hours (0-80%), 4 Hours (0-80%), 4 Hours 18 Minutes (0-80%), 4 Hours 30 Minutes (0-80%) |
| Epluto 7G | 4 Hours (0-100%), 6 Hours (0-100%) |
| Magnus | 5 Hours - 6 Hours (0-100%) |
| 450X | 3 Hours (0-80%), 4 Hours 30 Minutes (0-80%) |
| Indie | 5 Hours (0-100%) |
| C12 | 4 Hours 18 Minutes (0-100%), 5 Hours (0-100%), 6 Hours - 7 Hours (0-100%) |
| S1 Pro Gen 3 | 4 Hours 50 Minutes (0-80%), 7 Hours (0-80%), 7 Hours 15 Minutes (0-80%) |
Kerb Weight
93 kg
Optima's 93 kg Kerb Weight is about 16% below than the segment average of 110.65 kg.
Kerb Weight of Optima Competitors
| Model | Kerb Weight (kg) |
|---|---|
| iQube Electric | 110 kg, 116.8 kg, 118.6 kg, 119.1 kg, 132 kg |
| Epluto 7G | 76 kg |
| Magnus | 108 kg |
| 450X | 108 kg, 111.6 kg |
| S1 Pro Gen 3 | 109 kg, 113 kg, 116 kg, 118 kg |
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Variant Wise Comparison
Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | Fixed |
Front Disc Size | 130 | 130 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | ||
Front Wheel Size | R12 | R12 |
Average Speed Indicator | ||
Call/SMS Alerts | ||
Geo Fencing | ||
Low Battery Indicator | ||
Pillion Backrest |
Riding Modes Switch | ||
Touch Screen Display | ||
Fuel level guage | Digital | Digital |
Tachometer | Digital | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | ||
Hazard Warning Indicator | ||
Hazard Warning Switch | ||
Radial Tyres | ||
Side Stand Alarm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 3 | 2 |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 6 Hours 50 Minutes (0-100%) | 4 Hours 30 Minutes (0-100%) |
Charging Time Json | {"hours":6,"mins":50,"charging_time":"(0-100%)","toHours":0,"toMins":0} | {"hours":4,"mins":30,"charging_time":"(0-100%)","toHours":0,"toMins":0} |
Body Type | Scooter | Scooter |
LED headlight |
Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor |
Frame Type | Underbone | Underbone |
Expert Verdict on Optima
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Pros & Cons of Optima
What we admire in this scooter
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
What could have been better
Ride quality could have been better
Some owners have reported niggles with electricals

₹83,300 - ₹1.24 Lakh*
Ex-Showroom Price
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Hero Electric Optima Competitors
| Models | Battery Capacity | Charging Time | Battery Warranty | Range | Under seat storage | Seat height | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() ₹83.30 - ₹1.24 Lakh* | 1 - 3 kWh | 4 Hours 30 Minutes (0-100%) | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 50 - 165 km | - | - | |
| 2 - 5 kWh | 4 Hours 18 Minutes (0-80%) | 3 Years/50000 kms | 94 - 212 km | 30-32 L | 770 mm | Optima vs iQube Electric | |
| 3 - 4 kWh | 4 Hours 30 Minutes (0-80%) | Battery Warranty - 3 Years/30000 kms. Motor warranty 3 Years/30000 kms. Charger Warranty - 3 Years | 126 - 161 km | 22 L | 780 mm | Optima vs 450X | |
| 3 - 4 kWh | 3 Hours (0-80%) | 3 Years/50000 Kms | 95 - 155 km | 21-35 L | 0 mm | Optima vs Chetak C35 | |
| 3 - 5 kWh | 4 Hours 50 Minutes (0-80%) | Vehicle warranty - 3 Years/40000 Kms Battery Warranty - 3 Years/50000 Kms | 176 - 320 km | 34 L | 791 mm | Optima vs S1 Pro Gen 3 | |
| 3 kWh | 2 Hours - 3 Hours (0-100%) | Battery warranty - 3 Years Motor warranty - 3 Years | 88 km | - | 800 mm | Optima vs PraisePro | |
| 2 kWh | 5 Hours - 6 Hours (0-100%) | Vehicle warranty - 3 Years/ 30000 Kms. Battery warranty - 5 Years/75000 Kms | 118 - 121 km | 22 L | 780 mm | Optima vs Magnus | |
| 3.2 kWh | 6 Hours - 7 Hours (0-100%) | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 135 km | 23 L | 765 mm | Optima vs C12 | |
| 1.44 kWh | 7 Hours - 8 Hours (0-100%) | 3 Years Battery Warranty & 3 Years Motor Warranty | 65 km | - | - | Optima vs E Scoot 504 | |
| 4 kWh | 5 Hours (0-100%) | 3 Years Battery & Motor Warranty | 161 km | 43 L | - | Optima vs Indie | |
| 3.5 kWh | 6 Hours (0-100%) | - | 150 km | - | - | Optima vs Epluto 7G |
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