Ever found yourself staring at those rising petrol prices and thinking, “Should I make the switch to an electric vehicle, like a cool electric scooter?” If you’re nodding in agreement, by this time you may be familiar with the electric two-wheeler market in India. Then you’ve probably heard of the big players – Ola and Ather. But before going for a purchase, as an intelligent decision maker, you should be aware of the charging cost associated with electric two-wheelers.
In this article, we will be aiming to give you a better understanding of the charging cost of Ather 450X, one of the popular electric scooters in India. But wait, this isn’t just another article to skim through, it’s a comprehensive guide tailored to satisfy your curiosity. And guess what? We’re not just stopping at the charging costs, we’ll also venture into related territories including:
- Charging time for Ather EV
- Ather EV charging cost per km
- How much power does the Ather 450X charger use?
- What is the cost-benefit of riding an electric scooter?
- What is the range of the Ather 450X?
So without further ado let’s get right into the juicy details about the EV
Ather 450X charging cost
The cost of charging could vary depending on whether you charge the ev at your home or a public charging station. Plus, the battery capacity. Ather 450X comes with a battery capacity of 3.7kWh. So let’s look at how much it will cost to fully charge the scooter in both scenarios separately.
At home: Ather Dot( a home charger for Ather 450) consumes around 4 kWh of electricity to fully charge an Ather 450X. So as mentioned above the charging cost depends on the electricity cost of the area. So in Delhi with a domestic electricity tariff of Rs 8/kWh and considering the battery capacity above, it cost around Rs 29- Rs 30 to fully charge Ather 450X at the comfort of your home.
At public charging stations: Considering the cost of charging at a public charging station in Delhi is around Rs 4/kWh. Then charging Ather 450X to full throttle would cost around Rs 14 – Rs 15
What is the charging time for Ather EV?
Ather 450X takes around 3 hours and 35 minutes to charge from 0 -80% using a home charger, while it takes 5 hours and 45 minutes to charge it from 0-100%.
But in public charging with a 7kw charger takes around 18-24 minutes to charge the scooter from 20% to 80%.
Ather EV charging cost per km
The cost per km for Ather 450X is around Rs 0.1 – Rs 0.15 per km( if Rs 4 – Rs 6/unit of electricity).
How much power does the Ather 450X charger use?
Ather Dot( the home charger) consumes around 4 kWh of electricity to fully charge an Ather 450X.
What is the range of the Ather 450X?
Ather with a 3.7 kWh battery capacity claims to have a range of 145km/ charge
What is the cost-benefit of an electric scooter?
The main attraction of an electric scooter is its lower running and maintenance cost. Even though the upfront cost of an electric scooter is higher than its petrol counterpart, the money which could be saved on fuel over time makes this a very cost-effective decision.
On average, the Per Km cost of an electric scooter is around Rs 0.25 – Rs 0.35, whereas its Rs 2.5 in the case of a petrol scooter.
In addition to that less complicated machine parts than that of a petrol vehicle reduce the maintenance costs by a huge margin.
Should I charge the electric scooter to 100%?
Not always. If you are planning to go for a long journey, it’s fine to keep charging till 100%. Otherwise keeping the charge always full or continuously charging it can damage the battery and affect your vehicle’s battery life.
Conclusion
As we approach the final stretch of this article I believe you are equipped with enough information to take an informed decision. From discussing the Ather 450X charging cost to breaking down charging time, cost per km, and its range, we’ve left no stone unturned
Now, if the idea of getting an electric scooter has been zipping around your thoughts, I’m willing to bet that cost of charging definitely is not a major concern for you anymore.
So, as you embark on your electric journey, remember that every moment you charge, every kilometer you travel, you’re pioneering change. You’re not just a rider, you are the advocate of change, shaping a cleaner and greener tomorrow.