Ola Unveils Diamondhead Prototype With a Target Price of ₹5 lakh

Ola Diamondhead can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2 seconds and comes equipped with full-width LED daytime running lights, a compact headlamp, and a sharp tail section. 

Ola Electric debuted the prototype of its much-anticipated electric motorcycle, the Diamondhead, at its annual Sankalp event. The business plans to debut the bike by mid-2027, with an ex-showroom price of approximately ₹5 lakh. Initially developed by Ramkripa Ananthan, Head Design, Ola Electric, who is also known for her work on the Mahindra Thar, XUV500, and Scorpio.

Along with the Diamondhead, Ola also launched the S1 Pro Sports scooter, which starts with a price range of Rs. 1.49 Lakhs. And the deliveries start from January 2026.

Design & styling

The Diamondhead preserves the striking design characteristics of its original concept. It has some interesting and classic features like: 

• A full-width LED daytime running light
• A compact headlamp
• A sharp tail section
• Bar-end mirrors
• Exposed suspension components
• Partially covered rear wheel gives it a distinct sport-touring character
• 17-inch alloy wheels

The brand also uses lightweight materials, including carbon fiber and magnesium, to enhance performance.

Technology & Features

The prototype’s hub-centre steering system is a standout feature that is rarely found in production motorcycles. Ola claims the Diamondhead can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 2 seconds. The EV is going to get some modern technologies, like: 

• ADAS
• Adaptive cruise control
• Active braking
• Adaptive suspension
• Active ergonomics

Ola is also exploring the integration of smart AR helmets and wearable gear to offer a more connected riding experience.

The Made-in-India Approach

The Diamondhead is part of Ola Electric’s “India Inside” strategy, which focuses on local technology and components. The company at the event also revealed the 4680 Bharat Cell battery and a rare-earth-free ferrite motor, which will power future EVs. It’s an in-house-made motor with a ferrite magnet; this model is set to eliminate the import of the magnets with heavy rare earth (HRE). The production is anticipated to begin by mid-2027. 

The company also demonstrated its Gen 4 platform, on which all of its next products would be built. Over Gen 1, the Gen 4 platform would: 

• Increases peak power by 76%
• Reduces weight by 25%
• Increases energy efficiency by 15%
• Reduces cost by 41%

The Gen 4 platform would also handle future Bharat Cell form factors, such as 4680, 46100, and 46120, and would use IPM (Internal Permanent Magnet), FeSynRM (Ferrite Magnet Motors), and Magnetless motors. It would be AI-powered and MoveOS-enabled. The modular Gen 4 platform would also be able to scale to accommodate 3W, 4W, drones, and humanoid robots. 

Ola’s motorcycle has the potential to set a new benchmark in India’s premium electric two-wheeler segment, provided it reaches the ₹5 lakh price target and delivers on promised performance.