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 Highlights | Hero Electric Optima | River Indie |
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Price | Rs.83,300 | Rs.1.43 Lakh |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1900 W | 6.7 kW |
Mileage/Range | 135 km/charge | 161 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Optima specifications | Indie specifications | |
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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
Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Indie Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | No | - |
Front Disc Size | 130 | 240 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Wheel Size | 12 | 110/70 R14 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
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
Optima Instrumentation | Indie Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | - |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | - | Digital |
Tachometer | No | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Optima Exterior | Indie Exterior | |
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LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Optima Warranty | Indie Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years battery and motor warranty | 3 Years Battery and Motor Warranty |
Body & Suspension
Optima Body & Suspension | Indie Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Underbone | Steel Tubular
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Engine & Transmission
Optima Engine & Transmission | Indie Engine & Transmission | |
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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 | No | Yes |
Range | 135 km/charge | 161 km/charge |
Top Speed | 55 kmph | 90 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 47 mm x 63.1 mm |
Charging Socket | - | Yes |
Max Power | 1900 W | 6.7 kW |
Max Torque | - | 26 Nm |
Motor Power | 1200 | - |
Number of Gears | - | Single |
Comfort & Convenience
Optima Comfort & Convenience | Indie Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | - |
Front Storage Box | Yes | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 2 | Eco Ride and Rush |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | Yes |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Seat Style | Single Seat | Split |
Safety
Optima Safety | Indie Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | - |
Radial Tyres | No | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | - |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Brake Assist | CBS | - |
Power Modes | No | - |
Traction Control System | - | Yes |
Dimensions & Capacity
Optima Dimensions & Capacity | Indie Dimensions & Capacity | |
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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 | - |
Pros & Cons
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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 FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Optima?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Optima is Rs. 86,882 in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of River Indie?
The on-road price of River Indie is Rs. 1.49 Lakh in New Delhi.