The demand for electric vehicles is increasing rapidly to deal with the problem of rising petrol prices and pollution. In such a situation, Ampere Primus has emerged as an excellent option. It is not only environmentally friendly, but its affordable price and low maintenance cost make it attractive for the common people.
Price and availability of Ampere Primus
Talking about the price, the starting price of Ampere Primus is ₹ 1,19,893 (ex-showroom). This scooter is currently available only in the standard variant, but it can be purchased in four attractive colors – Buck Black, Himalayan White, Havelock Blue and Royal Orange. If you want to buy it through EMI, then you can become the owner of this scooter in an installment of just ₹ 4,113 per month.
Power and Performance
The Ampere Primus comes with a motor power of 3.4 kW, which enables it to reach a maximum speed of 77 kmph. Once fully charged, this scooter can cover a distance of up to 107 km. Its 0-100% charging time is only 5 hours, which makes it very convenient for daily use.
Safety and Features
In terms of safety, the Ampere Primus is equipped with Combined Braking System (CBS) and front and rear drum brakes, which provide better control in braking. Apart from this, features like LED headlights, digital instrument cluster and USB charging port have also been provided in it. For storage, 22 liters of under-seat storage space is available in it, where you can easily keep your luggage.
Running and Maintenance Cost
Being an electric vehicle, the running cost of Ampere Primus is very low. Its running cost is just ₹ 0.28 per km, which is much less than petrol scooters. If you ride 20 km daily, your monthly expenses will be only ₹ 140. Also, it does not require things like engine oil or filter, which keeps the maintenance cost very low.