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Hero Electric Optima vs River EV Indie

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Optima or River EV Indie? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Optima and Indie. Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0 and River EV Indie Price starts at Rs.1.43 Lakh (ex-showroom) for STD. Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power whereas River EV Indie can generate 6.7 kW power. In terms of range, Optima provides a range of 135km/charge (base model), and Indie has a range of 161km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas River EV Indie is available in 3 colours & 1 variants.

Optima vs Indie

Key HighlightsHero Electric OptimaRiver Indie
PriceRs.83,300Rs.1.43 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power1900 W6.7 kW
Mileage/Range135 km/charge161 km/charge
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Hero Electric Optima CX 2.0 scooter
CX 2.0
Rs. 83,300
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River Indie STD scooter
STD
Rs. 1.43 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
86,882
Price Breakup
1.49 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.5
4.3
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
-
Front Disc Size
130
240
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Wheel Size
12
110/70 R14
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Rear Wheel Size
12
120/70 R14
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
TelescopiSuspension
Telescopic Suspension with Hydraulic Dampers
Rear Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
Coil spring with Twin Hydraulic Dampers
Front Tyre Size
90/90 - 12
14 inches
Rear Tyre Size
90/90 - 12
14 inches
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
200 mm
Rear Type
Drum
Disc

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
-
Touch Screen Display
-
Fuel level guage
-
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years battery and motor warranty
3 Years Battery and Motor Warranty

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Underbone
Steel Tubular Dual Cradle

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
BLDC
-
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Battery Capacity
3 kwh
4 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Lithium-Ion
Charging Time
6 hr 50 min
5 Hours
Fast Charging
check
Range
135 km/charge
161 km/charge
Top Speed
55 kmph
90 kmph
Bore x Stroke
-
47 mm x 63.1 mm
Charging Socket
-
check
Max Power
1900 W
6.7 kW
Max Torque
-
26 Nm
Motor Power
1200
-
Number of Gears
-
Single

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
Call/SMS Alerts
-
Front Storage Box
check
-
Geo Fencing
-
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
-
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
2
Eco Ride and Rush
Under Seat Storage
check
check
GPS & Navigation
-
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
-
Engine Kill Switch
check
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Seat Style
Single Seat
Split

Safety

Hazard Warning Indicator
check
-
Hazard Warning Switch
-
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
check
-
Pass Light
check
-
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Brake Assist
CBS
-
Power Modes
-
Traction Control System
-
check

Dimensions & Capacity

Width
-
712 mm
Height
-
770 mm
Wheelbase
-
1365 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Body Type
Electric Scooter
Scooter
Unladden/Kerb Weight
102 kg
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Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 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
Cons
  • Ride quality could have been better
  • Some owners have reported niggles with electricals
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Optima and River Indie

Safety

Optima comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm. Indie has Pillion Grabrail, Traction Control System.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Optima has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Front Storage Box, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and River EV Indie, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Engine Kill Switch, Side Stand Indicator.

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Hero Electric Optima and River Indie Owner Reviews

  • Optima Review
  • Indie Review
    • RS
      Rajinder Singh
      1 Month ago
      4.2
      This is a good scooter with a range of 50 to 65 km range in single charge . It's a single battery electric scooter I bought it in March 2023
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    • AM
      Amir Merchant
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      Smooth ride, best ride mileage, very good alloy wheel, best pick up, very well motors, 550 watt heavy duty scooter pick up is very fast, low Maintenance price high but fine
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    • GK
      Gufran Khan
      5 Month ago
      3.4
      Overall experience of this scooter is good, but the maintenance is very heavy, and everyone can afford it. Most of the problem in it's charger and battery equipment. It's average has a good.
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    • OM
      OMKAR MALHOTRA
      1 Year ago
      4.4
      The goal of the scooter's design is to make riding it comfortable. The scooter's ergonomic design, effective suspension system, and well-cushioned seat all work together to provide a comfortable and practical means of urban mobility.
      Likes (4)
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    • M
      Munna
      1 Year ago
      4.4
      A major contributing aspect to the scooter's appeal is its design, which combines flair, utility, and practicality to appeal to riders seeking an electric scooter that is unique in both appearance and performance.
      Likes (2)
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