YO Drift vs Hero Electric Optima
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, YO Drift or Hero Electric Optima? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Drift and Optima. YO Drift Price starts at Rs.65,000 (ex-showroom) for Base and Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0. YO Drift can generate 250 W power whereas Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power. In terms of range, Drift provides a range of 60km/charge (base model), and Optima has a range of 135km/charge (base model). YO Drift is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.
Drift vs Optima
Key Highlights | YO Drift | Hero Electric Optima |
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Price | Rs.65,000 | Rs.83,300 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 250 W | 1900 W |
Mileage/Range | 60 km/charge | 135 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Drift specifications | Optima specifications | |
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On Road Price | 67,795 Price Breakup | 86,882 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.6 | 3.5 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Drift Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | Standard | CBS |
Calliper Type | Front 2 Piston | No |
Front Disc Size | 180 | 130 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Wheel Size | 10 | 12 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Rear Wheel Size | 10 | 12 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopifork | TelescopiSuspension |
Rear Suspension | Shock Absorbers | Telescopic Suspension |
Front Tyre Size | - | 90/90 - 12 |
Rear Tyre Size | - | 90/90 - 12 |
Front Type | Disc | Drum |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 110 mm | 130 mm |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum |
Instrumentation
Drift Instrumentation | Optima Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Tachometer | No | No |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | Digital |
Exterior
Drift Exterior | Optima Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | - |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Drift Warranty | Optima Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 3 Years battery and motor warranty |
Body & Suspension
Drift Body & Suspension | Optima Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | High Tension Steel Tube | Underbone |
Engine & Transmission
Drift Engine & Transmission | Optima Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | BLDC Hub motor | BLDC |
No. of valves per cylinder | Is_delete | - |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 0.6 kwh | 3 kwh |
Battery Type | VRLA Battery | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 7 - 8 hr | 6 hr 50 min |
Fast Charging | No | No |
Range | 60 km/charge | 135 km/charge |
Top Speed | 25 kmph | 55 kmph |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Max Power | 250 W | 1900 W |
Motor Power | 250 W | 1200 |
Comfort & Convenience
Drift Comfort & Convenience | Optima Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | Yes | Yes |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Low Oil Indicator | No | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 3 | 2 |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | Yes |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | No |
Engine Kill Switch | Yes | No |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Safety
Drift Safety | Optima Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | No |
Radial Tyres | No | No |
Side Stand Alarm | - | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | Halogen Bulb |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Brake Assist | Standard | CBS |
Power Modes | 3 | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
Drift Dimensions & Capacity | Optima Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1810 mm | - |
Width | 700 mm | - |
Height | 1125 mm | - |
Wheelbase | 1320 mm | - |
Ground Clearance | 160 mm | 165 mm |
Body Type | - | Electric Scooter |
Seat Height | 775 mm | - |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 59 kg | 102 kg |
Pros & Cons
Drift Pros & Cons | Optima Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of YO Drift and Hero Electric Optima
Safety
Drift comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator. Optima has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm.
Comfort & Convenience
YO Drift has features like Under Seat Storage, Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Hero Electric Optima, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Front Storage Box, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.
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YO Drift and Hero Electric Optima FAQs
What is the on-road price of YO Drift?
The on-road price of YO Drift is Rs. 67,795 in New Delhi.
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.