Keeway Hypevolt-R electric scooter launched at ₹1.99 lakh
The Keeway Hypevolt-R promises an IDC range of 180km and a 0-40km/h time of just 2.3 seconds. Pricing starts from ₹ 1,99,000 (ex-showroom) with online bookings open at ₹ 5,000.
Keeway India launched its most advanced electric scooter, the Keeway Hypevolt-R. Priced at ₹1.99 lakh, it marks the brand’s entry into the premium performance electric scooter segment. With 180km of IDC range, and a comprehensive electronics suite, Keeway, with the Hypevolt-R promises strong performance without a compromise on everyday practicality.
Keeway Hypevolt-R Styling
The Hypevolt-R has a very distinct front end with its LED DRLs that flank the dual vertically mounted projector LED headlamps. The Hypevolt-R doesn’t have a traditional front-end with the handlebar baked into the headlight and instrument cluster unit. Instead, the handlebar features a naked design and nestled above it is a 5-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity which is IP66 rated and an integrated USB Type-A and Type-C. In terms of practicality, the EV gets a 27-litre under-seat storage and what seems like an accessible seat height of 770mm.
Keeway Hypevolt-R Performance, Battery and Charging
The Hypevolt-R features a 5kWh dual battery architecture, which Keeway claims gives it an IDC-certified riding range of 180kms.The scooter features parallel removable battery packs that can be charged both on or off the vehicle. The batteries can charge 0-80 per cent in approximately 3 hours.
When it comes to power the Hypevolt-R is not exactly shy, with the power coming from a mid-mounted Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) producing 12kW (16bhp) of peak power, helping it achieve 0-40kmph in a claimed 2.3 seconds, while reaching a top speed of 115 kmph. Keeway also claims gradeability of 30 degrees. The scooter features three ride modes – Eco, Normal and Sport.
It also features front telescopic suspension and a 5-step preload adjustable twin shocks at the rear. The scooter rides on 14-inch alloys wheels wrapped in 100/80 front and 120/70 rear tyres. All of this gives the Hypevolt-R gets 130mm of ground clearance, while the kerb weight is at 140kg. As you would expect from a modern day, premium EV, it comes packed with a bunch of electronics like traction control system, dual-channel ABS, hill hold and hill descent control, ADAS – blind spot detection, intelligent cruise control and a rear reverse camera.
Keeway Hypevolt-R colours, price, booking and rivals
The Hypevolt-R comes in two colours Crystal White and Platinum Grey. Customers can book the scooter online through Keeway India’s official site for ₹ 5,000. The introductory price for the scooter is ₹ 1,99,000 (ex-showroom) and it goes up against the likes of the Yamaha Aerox-E, TVS X, Ather 450 Apex and Simple One.
