The Ather 450 family includes 450S and 450X electric scooters. The official comparison distinguishes their acceleration, range options and navigation equipment, so the family should not be described using only the most expensive version’s features. The 450X headline specification includes a 6.4 kW motor, 26 Nm torque and a seven-inch TFT dashboard.
Current manufacturer listing; a new-launch date has not been independently verified for this article.
Technical specifications
| Versions | 450S / 450X | ↗ |
|---|---|---|
| 450X motor power | 6.4 kW advertised | ↗ |
| 450X motor torque | 26 Nm advertised | ↗ |
| 450S IDC range | 122 / 161 km | ↗ |
| 450X IDC range | 126 / 161 km | ↗ |
| Claimed top speed | 90 km/h, S and X | ↗ |
| Claimed 0–40 km/h | 450S 3.9 s; 450X 3.3 s | ↗ |
| 450X display | 7-inch TFT touchscreen | ↗ |
| Standard battery warranty | 3 years / 30,000 km; terms apply | ↗ |
S and X are not identical
Both versions have a claimed 90 km/h top speed, but Ather lists 0–40 km/h in 3.9 seconds for 450S and 3.3 seconds for 450X. A common top-speed figure does not make acceleration or equipment identical. Use the version-specific comparison when budgeting; do not assume that a lower starting price includes the TFT and software shown in the 450X photographs.
Understand the range choices
The 450S comparison lists 122 km and 161 km IDC options, while 450X lists 126 km and 161 km. IDC is a test-cycle measure. Load, mode, speed, gradients and temperature affect real use. For a long daily commute, work backwards from your charging opportunities and keep a reserve instead of treating the largest advertised figure as an everyday minimum.
Motor data and chassis
Ather’s 450X headline gives 6.4 kW and 26 Nm, with an aluminium chassis and monoshock suspension also highlighted. Motor torque should not be directly compared with petrol-engine torque without accounting for transmission and wheel gearing. The meaningful riding questions are smooth low-speed response, controllability and comfort on your roads, which should be checked through a test ride.
Electronics require a package check
The 450X page promotes traction-control modes, Magic Twist, AutoHold and a seven-inch touchscreen. The family comparison does not establish every feature as standard across all configurations. Ask the dealer to demonstrate the selected software package, navigation and phone functions. A feature that appears on a marketing page may require a particular version, active subscription or compatible software release.
Charging and battery cover
The headline of 30 km added in ten minutes carries conditions and should not be used as a home-charging specification. Request a written charging-time estimate for the exact battery and charger in your quotation. The comparison lists a standard three-year or 30,000 km battery warranty. Read exclusions, service requirements and any extended-cover terms before comparing it with another electric scooter.
A complete ownership quote
List the chosen 450S or 450X range configuration, colour surcharge, charger, software package and insurance in one comparison. Public charging and connected services may have recurring costs, so include them alongside household electricity. No current city-specific price is verified in this article. Manufacturer starting prices should not be relabelled as an Andhra Pradesh or Telangana on-road amount without an actual quote.
Features and equipment
- 450X seven-inch touchscreen
- Multiple battery/range choices
- 450X electronic rider aids
Strengths and points to check
Strengths
- Version-specific range choices
- Published performance comparison
Considerations
- Headline features are not universal across S and X
- Charging/package costs need confirmation
Editorial interpretation of published specifications, not a hands-on road test.
Variants, price and state-wise quotation
| Variant / configuration | Price context |
|---|---|
| 450S | — City-specific quotation not verified. · ↗ |
| 450X | — City-specific quotation not verified. · ↗ |
State-wise ex-showroom and on-road quotes are not verified for this model. The amount can depend on city, variant, insurance and registration. Select your state in the calculator and enter an itemised local quotation; no automatic tax rate or subsidy is assumed.
Sources and editorial notes
Specifications are manufacturer claims and may differ by trim. Published information can change; confirm the exact vehicle before making a decision.
Information still to verify
- Verified city/configuration prices
- Licensed model-specific photograph
- Battery-capacity and charging-time matrix