When TVS Motor Company unveiled the X electric scooter last year, it marked a decisive shift in the Indian two-wheeler landscape.
Unlike the practical, commuter-focused electric scooters that had dominated the market, the TVS X boldly positioned itself as a premium performance machine that happened to be electric.
Now that riders have had time with this groundbreaking vehicle, we can better understand its significance and impact.
A Design Statement
The TVS X announces its intentions through distinctive styling that bears little resemblance to conventional scooters.
Its aggressive stance, sharp body panels, and floating seat design create an unmistakable silhouette that turns heads everywhere.
The integrated LED lighting system—including the distinctive X-shaped DRL signature—ensures visibility while reinforcing brand identity.
What impresses most about the design is how form follows function. The seemingly decorative side panels channel air to cool the battery pack; the sleek tail section houses practical storage space; the minimalist dashboard prioritizes rider information without overwhelming.
This thoughtful integration of style and substance reflects the maturity of TVS’s design philosophy.
The color palette deserves special mention—moving beyond the electric vehicle industry’s typical white-and-blue motifs, TVS offers the X in striking combinations including Stardust Matte Black, Infinite Teal, and the head-turning Molten Red.
The paint quality and finish match premium motorcycles rather than typical scooters.
Performance That Challenges Perceptions
The heart of the TVS X is its advanced electric powertrain, developed through the company’s racing experience and partnership with BMW Motorrad.
The permanent magnet synchronous motor delivers 11kW (approximately 15 horsepower) at peak and 7.5kW continuously.
While these numbers might seem modest compared to combustion engines, the instantaneous torque delivery—32Nm available from standstill—creates acceleration that surprises even experienced riders.
The X reaches 40 km/h in just 2.6 seconds and achieves its electronically limited top speed of 105 km/h with surprising eagerness.
This performance profile makes it ideal for urban environments, where rapid acceleration between traffic signals often matters more than outright speed.
The 4.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack utilizes advanced cell chemistry that balances energy density with thermal stability.
TVS claims a real-world range of 140 kilometers in Eco mode, with most riders reporting 110-120 kilometers in mixed riding conditions—sufficient for several days of urban commuting.
Technology Integration
Where the TVS X truly distinguishes itself is its technological sophistication.
The 10.25-inch TFT touchscreen display serves as the control center, offering remarkable resolution and responsiveness even with gloved hands.
The interface, powered by TVS’s SmartXonnect platform, provides intuitive access to navigation, ride metrics, and communication features.
The companion smartphone application extends functionality beyond the vehicle, allowing remote monitoring, geofencing, ride planning, and social sharing capabilities.
Over-the-air updates have already added features since launch, including enhanced navigation and customizable riding screens.
The regenerative braking system deserves particular praise for its implementation. Unlike some competitors’ abrupt energy recovery systems, TVS has created a natural-feeling system with three selectable intensity levels.
At its highest setting, experienced riders can nearly achieve one-pedal driving in urban environments.
Riding Experience
Traditional scooter manufacturers have struggled to translate their combustion-engine riding dynamics to electric platforms, often creating vehicles that feel disconnected or artificial. The TVS X largely avoids these pitfalls through careful chassis development.
The aluminum perimeter frame provides rigidity while keeping weight centralized. Combined with the adjustable gas-charged rear monoshock and telescopic front forks, the X delivers composed handling that inspires confidence.
The low center of gravity—achieved by positioning the battery pack beneath the floorboard—enhances stability during quick direction changes.
The riding modes (Eco, City, and Sport) meaningfully alter the scooter’s character beyond simple power limitations.
Each mode recalibrates throttle response, regenerative braking intensity, and traction control parameters to suit different conditions.
The “Warp” boost function, activated by a dedicated switch, provides bursts of full power regardless of selected mode—useful for overtaking maneuvers.
Practicality Considerations
While emphasizing performance and technology, TVS hasn’t neglected practical aspects.
The under-seat storage accommodates a full-face helmet, and the flat floorboard provides flexibility for carrying items.
Fast-charging capability allows the battery to reach 80% capacity in 50 minutes at compatible stations, though standard charging requires approximately 4.5 hours from a standard outlet.
The ownership experience benefits from TVS’s established service network, which has been specifically trained for electric vehicle maintenance.
The company offers an 8-year/80,000 km warranty on the battery pack—among the most comprehensive in the Indian market—reflecting confidence in their thermal management system and cell selection.
Market Positioning and Future Implications – TVS X EV
Priced between ₹2.5-2.9 lakh depending on variant, the TVS X occupies rarefied territory in the Indian scooter market.
This positioning places it against premium 200-250cc combustion scooters rather than budget electric alternatives, signaling TVS’s confidence in the product’s intrinsic value proposition.
The X represents more than just another entry in the growing electric scooter segment—it demonstrates that electric vehicles can target enthusiasts rather than just practical commuters.
By emphasizing performance, technology, and design instead of focusing solely on running costs, TVS has created a desirable product that happens to be electric, rather than an electric product trying to be desirable.
This approach may well prove influential as other manufacturers develop their premium electric offerings.
The TVS X shows that with thoughtful engineering and design, electric scooters can transcend their utilitarian origins to become aspirational vehicles in their own right.