TVS iQube ST vs BGauss C12 MaxR
TVS iQube STVSBGauss C12 MaxR
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TVS iQube ST
7.5/10 SEV score
Expert Verdict
The TVS iQube ST is a well-balanced electric scooter that comes with the reliability of TVS. The build quality is good, and the ride experience is blissful. While it has a premium price tag, the scooter is a good fit for families looking for a long-term EV.
BGauss C12 MaxR
7.2/10 SEV score
Expert Verdict
The BGauss C12 MaxR is a premium, family-oriented electric scooter. The BGauss C12 MaxR is equipped with a 3.8 kWh battery pack with an IP67 safety rating for everyday utility and safety. With ride modes, a cruise mode, and a regenerative braking system, the C12 MaxR is designed for range efficiency. The C12 MaxR’s lightweight architecture makes it agile and nimble for city rides.
Based on SEV score and how each EV scores on price, range, battery, charging time, speed, power and boot space.
Key numbers
iQube STC12 MaxR
Starting Price
₹1.75 Lakh
₹1.60 Lakh
Real-World Range
150 km
126 km
Battery
5.3 kWh
3.8 kWh
DC Charging Time
N/A Hrs
N/A Mins
Top Speed
82 km/h
75 km/h
Peak Power
4.4 kW
4.2 kW
Boot Space
32 L
38 L
Range reality check
TVS iQube ST
BGauss C12 MaxR
Claimed range is the lab figure. Real-world range is what SearchEV expects in everyday Indian conditions.
Key Highlights
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Price
₹1.75 Lakh
₹1.60 Lakh
SEV Score
7.5/10
7.2/10
Claimed Range
212 km
178 km
True Range
150 km
126 km
Top Speed
82 km/h
75 km/h
Battery Capacity
5.3 kWh
3.8 kWh
Peak Power
4.4 kW
4.2 kW
Boot Space
32 L
38 L
DC Charging Time
N/A Hrs
N/A Mins
AC Charging Time
6.5 Hrs
5.25 Hrs
Battery Warranty
3 years or 50,000 km
3 years or 50,000 km, whichever comes earlier.
Pros & Cons
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
What's good
- Very comfortable and smooth ride
- Build quality is quite good
- The 7-inch TFT screen is well laid out and informative; also easy to read
- 32-litre under-seat storage is adequate for more daily tasks
- Claimed range is more than enough for commutes as well as short trips
- Good amount of storage space
- 5-inch TFT display with navigation and connected features make it quite convenient
- Fall Sense, reverse mode and limp-home mode are bonus features that make life easy
What's not good
- Comes with a premium price tag
- Charge time is long (around 5 hrs)
- Weight is on the heavier side (132 kgs)
- Full charging takes more than 5 hours
- Pricing is on the premium side
- BGauss's service network is slightly smaller than other well-established rivals
Dimensions & Capacity
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
L x W x H (mm)
1805 x 645 x 1140
1875 x 745 x 1146
Wheelbase
1301 mm
1335 mm
Ground Clearance
157 mm
160 mm
Seating Capacity
2
2
Kerb Weight
132
126 kg
Loading Capacity
–
150 kg
Battery & Motor
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
LFP
Fast Charging
No
No
Detachable Battery
No
Yes
Motor Type
BLDC
PMSM
Motor Power
4.4 kW
4.2 kW
Max Torque
33 Nm
105 Nm
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Hub Motor
Drive Modes
Eco and Power Mode
Eco, Ride and Sport
Regenerative Braking
A single, enabled level of regenerative braking
Yes
Performance
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Acceleration (0-100)
Acceleration (0-40) in 4.5
Acceleration (0-40) in 5.3
Steering, Suspension & Brakes
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Front Suspension
Telescopic forks
Hydraulic Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Adjustable, Hydraulic twin tube shock absorber
Nitrox gas emission type, 5-step adjustable single hydraulic
Shock Absorber
–
Hydraulic
Front Brake
Disc
Disc, 220 mm
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum, 130 mm; CBS
Tyres & Wheels
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Tyre & Wheel
90/90 R-12
12-inch alloy wheels, tubeless; Front 90/90-12, Rear 100/80-12
Low Rolling Resistance Tyres
No
No
Charging
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
AC Charger
950W
Portable charger
AC Charging Time
6.5 hrs
0-80% in 3 hours 50 minutes; 0-100% in 5 hours 15 minutes
Warranty
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Battery Warranty
3 years or 50,000 km
3 years / 50,000 km
Motor Warranty
3 years or 50,000 km
3 years / 50,000 km
Vehicle Warranty
3 years or 50,000 km
3 years / 50,000 km
Top Features
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Top Features
- 17.78 cm TFT display (multifunctional touchscreen)
- Ferrite Motor
- Smart LED Headlight with DRL
- TPMS
- Parking Assist
- Call and SMS Alerts
- Reverse Mode
- Limp Home Mode
- Fall Sense
- High-Grip Tyres
- 5-inch TFT Display
- Cruise Mode
Exterior
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Exterior
- U-shaped LED DRLs
- LED-integrated headlamp with TSL
- LED-integrated taillamp with TSL
- LED signature position lamp
- LED number-plate lamp
- Illuminated LED logo
- Dual-tone seat
- Pillion backrest
- 12-inch wheels with tubeless tyres
- Krystal LED Lamp
- LifEasy Pocket with 4 Smart Storage Spots
- 38 L Storage Space
- Premium Scooter Design
Interior
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Interior
- Footboard Storage
- Boot Lamp
- USB Charging
- 768 mm Seat Height
- Side Stand
- Main Stand
Performance
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Performance
- 5.3 kWh lithium-ion battery
- BLDC hub-mounted motor
- 4.4 kW peak power
- 3 kW rated power
- 140 Nm peak torque
- 33 Nm rated torque
- 212 km IDC range
- 82 km/h top speed
- 0–40 km/h in 4.5 seconds
- Eco and Power riding modes
- Regenerative braking
- 10-degree gradeability
- Telescopic front suspension
- Adjustable hydraulic twin-tube rear shock absorbers
- PMSM Hub Motor
- 75 km/h Top Speed
- 178 km ARAI Certified Range
- 3.8 kWh Battery
Infotainment & Tech
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Infotainment & Tech
- 17.78 cm (7-inch) TFT touchscreen
- 800 × 480-pixel display
- HMI joystick controls
- Manual/automatic day-night display mode
- TVS SmartXonnect connected technology
- Bluetooth connectivity
- GSM connectivity
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Incoming call alerts
- SMS alerts
- Music controls
- Distance-to-Empty display
- Incognito mode
- OTA updates for telematics, MCU, VCU, cluster and BMS
- Live vehicle statistics
- TVS Connect smartphone app integration
- Live location tracking
- Remote battery-status monitoring
- 5-inch TFT Display
- IP67-Rated Display
- Turn-by-Turn Navigation
- Call Notifications
- 2 Display Themes
- Auto-Adjusting Night Mode
- Auto Brightness
- 2 User Profiles
- Document Storage
- Ride Statistics
- Charge Statistics
- Distance-to-Empty
- Firmware Updates
- Vehicle Health Check
- Profile Setting Update
Convenience
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Convenience
- 32-litre under-seat storage
- Q-Park Assist with forward and reverse movement
- USB mobile charging port
- Portable off-board charger
- LED-equipped flip key
- Battery-level and low-battery indication
- Parking/Reverse Assist indication
- Parking brake lever
- Spacious floorboard and comfortable riding position
- Ample rider legroom
- LifEasy Pocket
- Cruise Mode
- Reverse Mode
- USB Charging
- Limp Home Mode
- Side Stand Sensor
Safety
TVS iQube STBGauss C12 MaxR
Safety
- Combined Braking System
- 220 mm front disc brake
- 130 mm rear drum brake
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- BMS-controlled battery safety
- IP67-rated battery and powertrain
- Spike protection while charging
- Side-stand indication/alarm
- Anti-theft alert
- Geo-fencing
- Crash and fall alert
- Hazard warning function
- Front Disc Brake
- 300 mm Front Disc
- Rear Drum-CBS Brake
- Regenerative Braking
- FallSense
- Side Stand Motor Cut-Off
- Main Stand Motor Cut-Off
- SecureLock
- SOS
- IP67 Motor
- IP67 Controller
- IP67 Battery
- IP67 Display
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