Ather Rizta S vs TVS iQube
Ather Rizta SVSTVS iQube
The scoreboard
Ather Rizta S
8.1/10 SEV score
Expert Verdict
The Ather Rizta S moves away from Ather’s intentional design attribution of a sporty electric scooter to a much more utilitarian silhouette. It delivers good torque without causing sudden wheel spins or jerky movement – it is predictable. It's perfect for riders who need different ride modes for adaptability. With 12-inch wheels, the scooter is designed for easy commutes, and the high ground clearance is a bonus on Indian roads. It also comes with a solid add-on warranty for peace of mind.
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TVS iQube
8.5/10 SEV score
Expert Verdict
The TVS iQube electric scooter has firmly established itself as one of the most reliable family-oriented electric vehicles in India. The iQube prioritises tech-advanced feature integrations and a powerful electric powertrain, and is designed to suit India’s city operating environments. Emphasising practical utility and build quality, the TVS iQube is the commuter vehicle India needs.
Based on SEV score and how each EV scores on price, range, battery, charging time, speed, power and boot space.
Key numbers
Rizta SiQube
Starting Price
₹1.22 - 1.45 Lakh
₹1.16 - 1.45 Lakh
Real-World Range
125 km
105 km
Battery
2.9/3.7
3.5 kWh
DC Charging Time
4 Hrs
–
Top Speed
80 km/h
78 km/h
Peak Power
4.3 kW
4.4 kW
Boot Space
34 + 22
32 L
Range reality check
Ather Rizta S
TVS iQube
Claimed range is the lab figure. Real-world range is what SearchEV expects in everyday Indian conditions.
Key Highlights
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Price
₹1.22 - 1.45 Lakh
₹1.16 - 1.45 Lakh
SEV Score
8.1/10
8.5/10
Claimed Range
159 km
145 km
True Range
125 km
105 km
Top Speed
80 km/h
78 km/h
Battery Capacity
2.9/3.7
3.5 kWh
Peak Power
4.3 kW
4.4 kW
Boot Space
34 + 22
32 L
DC Charging Time
4 Hrs
–
AC Charging Time
8.5 Hrs
6.5 Hrs
Battery Warranty
3 years/30,000 km, whichever is earlier
3 years/50,000 km
Pros & Cons
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
What's good
- Practicality is well balanced
- A clean, boxy and bulky design
- Impressive 7-inch touchscreen
- A total of 56 litres of storage space
- Seats are wide & comfortable
- Build quality is impressive
- Skid Control & Fall Safe features
- Gives a clean & quiet ride.
- Comes with smart & connected features.
- Strong service network backed by TVS.
- Decent top speed, good for city commute.
What's not good
- Top speed is just 80 km/h
- Very slow charging (~8.5 hrs)
- Extra money for a lot of features
- Drum brakes at the rear
- The range is limited compared to some larger battery EVs
- Charging still takes hours (not just minutes).
- Battery replacement can become a cost factor.
- The on-road price is higher.
Dimensions & Capacity
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
L x W x H (mm)
1850 x 750 x 1140
1805 x 645 x 1140
Wheelbase
1285 mm
1301 mm
Ground Clearance
150 mm
157 mm
Frunk Space
22 L
–
Seating Capacity
2
2
Kerb Weight
125
128
Battery & Motor
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion
Fast Charging
Yes
No
Detachable Battery
No
No
Motor Type
PMSM
BLDC
Motor Power
4.3 kW
3.68/4.4
Max Torque
22 Nm
33 Nm
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Hub Motor
Drive Modes
Zip & Smart eco
Eco & Power mode
Regenerative Braking
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Single Automatic Level
Performance
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Acceleration (0-100)
Acceleration (0-40) in 4.7
Acceleration (0-40) in 4.2
Steering, Suspension & Brakes
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Mono Shock
Hydraulic Twin Tube Shock Absorber
Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum with CBS
Drum
Tyres & Wheels
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Tyre & Wheel
90/90-12 tubeless tyres (Front) & 100/80-12 tubeless tyres (Rear)
90/90 R-12
Low Rolling Resistance Tyres
No
No
Charging
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
AC Charger
15 A (3.3 kW)
950W
AC Charging Time
5 - 7.5 hours
6.5 hrs
DC Fast Charger
Ather Grid
–
DC Fast Charging Time
15 km in 10 min
–
Warranty
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Battery Warranty
3 Year or 30,000 km
3 years or 50,000
Motor Warranty
3 Year or 30,000 km
3 years or 50,000
Vehicle Warranty
3 Year or 30,000 km
3 years or 50,000
Top Features
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Top Features
- 7" DeepView™ Display
- AtherStack 7
- Large Seat
- Wide Pillion Backrest
- Spacious Floorboard
- 56 L Storage Space
- Bluetooth Connectivity
- Distance to Empty
- Call and SMS Alerts
- Geofencing
- 12.7 cm LCD Display
- USB Mobile Charger
Exterior
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Exterior
- LED Headlamp
- LED Tail Lamp
- LED Turn Indicators
- 12-inch Alloy Wheels
- 90/90-12 Front Tubeless Tyre
- 100/80-12 Rear Tubeless Tyre
- Pillion Grab Handle
- Pillion Backrest
- Telescopic Front Suspension
- Rear Monoshock Suspension
- LED integrated headlamp with TSL
- LED tail lamp
- Tubeless tyres
- 12-inch wheels
- Multiple colour options
- Practical family-scooter design
Performance
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Performance
- 4.3 kW Peak Motor Power
- 22 Nm Peak Torque
- 80 km/h Top Speed
- 0–40 km/h in 4.7 seconds
- 15° Gradeability
- PMSM Motor
- Coasting Regeneration
- 123 km / 161 km IDC Range
- Zip™, Eco & SmartEco™ Riding Modes
- AutoHold™
- TrueRange™ Display
- Battery options: 2.3 kWh / 3.1 kWh / 3.5 kWh
- Certified battery capacity: 2.1 / 2.7 / 3.2 kWh
- IDC range: 114 km / 123 km / 145 km
- Top speed: 68 km/h / 82 km/h / 82 km/h
- Peak power: 3.68 kW / 4.4 kW / 4.4 kW
- 0–40 km/h: 4.7 sec / 4.2 sec / 4.2 sec
- Eco & Power riding modes
- Regenerative braking
- Forward & Reverse Parking Assist
- Telescopic front suspension
- Hydraulic twin-tube rear suspension
- 2.3 kWh: Drum brakes
- 3.1 & 3.5 kWh: 220 mm front disc + 130 mm rear drum
Infotainment & Tech
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Infotainment & Tech
- 7-inch DeepView™ Display
- Cortex Series Processor
- 1 GB RAM
- 8 GB Storage
- Real Time Operating System (RTOS)
- 4G LTE Connectivity
- GNSS with AGPS
- Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- Call & Music Controls
- Ather App™ Connectivity
- Ride Stories
- Push Navigation
- Alexa Skills
- Savings Tracker
- OTA Updates
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Call & SMS alerts
- Distance-to-Empty display
- Geofencing
- Anti-theft alert
- 2.3 kWh: 12.7 cm LCD display
- 3.1 kWh: 12.7 cm TFT display
- 3.5 kWh: 12.77 cm TFT display
Convenience
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Convenience
- 34-litre Under-seat Storage
- 780 mm Seat Height
- Auto Indicator Cut-off
- Guide-me-home Lights
- Find My Scooter
- Ather Connect™ Features
- Side-stand Motor Cut-off
- USB mobile charger
- Portable charger
- Forward & Reverse Parking Assist
- 2.3 kWh: 30 L storage
- 3.1 kWh: 32 L storage
- 3.5 kWh: 32 L storage
- 2.3 kWh – 2 hr 50 min
- 3.1 kWh – 4 hr 03 min
- 3.5 kWh – 4 hr 40 min
- Hill Hold available on the 3.1 kWh variant
Safety
Ather Rizta STVS iQube
Safety
- Vehicle FallSafe™
- Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)
- ParkSafe™
- Tow & Theft Notifications
- 200 mm Front Disc Brake
- 130 mm Rear Drum Brake with CBS
- IP67 Motor Protection
- IPX7 Battery Water & Dust Resistance
- Water & dust resistance
- Regenerative braking
- Crash & Fall Alert
- Anti-theft alert
- Geofencing
- Tubeless tyres
- Hill Hold on 3.1 kWh
- Front disc brake on 3.1 kWh and 3.5 kWh
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