Ather EL Scooter

The Ather EL Scooter is an affordable and family-oriented electric scooter that is expected to launch in April 2026. It shall be built on the brand’s new EL platform and focus on practicality, comfort, value, and Ather’s tech-focused character. It is likely to be positioned below the current 450 series and Rizta, rivalling the Ola S1 Pro and the Hero Vida V1.​ Let’s delve into the anticipated features and specifications of this upcoming Ather scooter.

Ather EL Scooter: Engine and Performance

The Ather EL Scooter shall be powered by an electric hub motor, similar in concept to the EL01 prototype. Its performance shall be tuned for city-friendly acceleration and efficient cruising rather than outright speed. The platform is expected to support multiple battery capacities in the 2 kWh to 5 kWh range, and the battery should obviously be a lithium-ion one. Power transmission should be done through a single-speed automatic transmission, making it a twist-and-go experience. Riding modes and likely features such as reverse assist and smart cruise control should also be there, to further enhance the riding experience.

Ather EL Scooter: Handling Specifications

The scooter is expected to use a tubular steel frame that offers good rigidity with comfort for Indian road conditions. Suspension duties are likely to be handled by telescopic front forks and a single rear shock absorber. The wheel setup is expected to mirror the EL01 concept with 12-14-inch alloy wheels wrapped in tubeless tyres. The braking setup should boast front disc and rear drum brakes. The braking should also be supported by an advanced electronic braking system that integrates regenerative braking for better control.​​

Ather EL Scooter: Dimensions

This upcoming scooter is expected to follow a typical family scooter footprint with a relatively long wheelbase for stability and a low seat height. Overall dimensions of the EL01 are likely to place it in the same size band as mainstream 110–125cc family scooters.​

Ather EL Scooter: Design

Looking at the concept, it is evident that the EL-based scooter would carry a clean, family-oriented design. It seems to have evolved from the Rizta with a boxier, upright stance. Expect a handlebar cowl-mounted LED headlamp with LED DRLs on the front apron and simple yet sharp side panels. It shall further feature a large single-piece seat with a practical pillion grab rail that may double as a small backrest. Overall, the look is likely to be more understated than the 450X, with subtle colours.​ The design focus on family use suggests generous floorboard space and practical storage volumes at the front and under the seat.

Ather EL Scooter: Features

The Ather EL01 Scooter is expected to come with a strong list of features. It might include features like:​

• Full-LED lighting (headlamp, tail-lamp, indicators).
• Digital or TFT instrument console.
• Smartphone connectivity and mobile app integration.
• Turn-by-turn navigation and ride statistics.
• Multiple riding modes and reverse assist.
• Fast-charging support and home charging compatibility.
• Regenerative braking and advanced electronic braking assistance.
• Low battery alert and OTA software updates.
• Underseat and front storage, carry hook, and passenger footrests.

Ather EL Scooter: price and launch date

The Ather EL Scooter is expected to come with an ex-showroom price band of roughly ₹90000 to ₹100000. Launch timelines indicated for the EL platform suggest that the first production scooter based on it could arrive around the winter festive season of 2026. Some sources are speculating an April festive 2026 window for market introduction.​

Disclaimer: All details mentioned above are based on early information, industry speculations, and rumours, and the final production model’s specifications, features, price, and launch timeline may differ from what is stated here.