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Ather 450 Apex vs Ola S1 Pro+ 5.3 kWh
Two flagships priced within a few thousand rupees of each other. The Ola S1 Pro+ wins on paper — more range, more speed and a bigger boot. The Ather 450 Apex is the better-handling, lighter scooter, with fast charging on the Ather Grid and a longer battery warranty.
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Verdict: Pick the Ather 450 Apex if you care about how the scooter rides and charges — sharper handling, Ather Grid fast top-ups and a 5-year battery warranty. Pick the Ola S1 Pro+ if raw numbers decide it: about 50 km more range, a 130 km/h top speed and ABS.
| Spec | Ather 450 Apex3.5 kWh | Ola S1 Pro+Gen 3 5.3 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price & cost | ||
| Reference price | ₹1,94,946 | ₹1,90,338 |
| Running cost (est.) | ≈ ₹0.27/km | ≈ ₹0.28/km |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 100 km/h | 130 km/h |
| Motor power | 7 kW | 13 kW |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery | 3.5 kWh | 5.3 kWh |
| Real-world range | 110-125 km | 160-185 km |
| Efficiency | 34 km/kWh | 33 km/kWh |
| Charge time | ~5.25 hrs | ~4.5 hrs |
| Fast / 0–80% charge | 0-80% in 3.12 hrs; Ather Grid fast charging | 0-80% in 4 hrs 30 min on the standard home charger; fast charging supported |
| DC fast charge | Supports Ather Grid fast charging | No |
| Space & practicality | ||
| Under-seat storage | 22 L | 34 L |
| Kerb weight | 111.6 kg | 118 kg |
| Ground clearance | 170 mm | 160 mm |
| Wheel size | — | 12-inch / 12-inch |
| Brakes | Disc / Disc, CBS | Disc / Disc, ABS |
| Features | ||
| Display | Touchscreen Digital | Touchscreen Digital |
| Connected (app/Bluetooth) | Yes | Yes |
| Riding modes | — | 4 |
| Warranty | Battery 5 yr / 60,000 km | 3 yr / 50,000 km |
| Verdict | ||
| Best for | Riders who want the fastest, sportiest AtherEnthusiasts who value magnetless motor tech and Warp+ modeCommuters near the Ather Grid who want fast-charge top-ups | Buyers who want the longest-range S1 Pro+ — the big 5.3 kWh battery for 160-185 km of real-world city ridingRiders who value outright performance — a 13 kW peak motor, 130 km/h top speed, and 0-40 in 2.1 secondsLong daily commutes where the extra battery removes charging pressure |
| Verdict | The 450 Apex is Ather's performance flagship — the quickest 450 with a 100 km/h top speed and owner-reported range around 122 km. Best for enthusiasts who want the sharpest-handling premium scooter and accept flagship pricing for it. | The S1 Pro+ Gen 3 5.3 kWh is the range-topping Ola scooter — the biggest battery, the highest top speed, and the most real-world range in the S1 Pro+ line. Best for confident buyers in well-served cities who want maximum range and performance and can charge at home; riders who do not need the range can save with the 4 kWh version. |
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450 Apex 3.5 kWh
The 450 Apex is Ather's performance flagship — the quickest 450 with a 100 km/h top speed and owner-reported range around 122 km. Best for enthusiasts who want the sharpest-handling premium scooter and accept flagship pricing for it.
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Riders who want the fastest, sportiest AtherEnthusiasts who value magnetless motor tech and Warp+ modeCommuters near the Ather Grid who want fast-charge top-ups
S1 Pro+ Gen 3 5.3 kWh
The S1 Pro+ Gen 3 5.3 kWh is the range-topping Ola scooter — the biggest battery, the highest top speed, and the most real-world range in the S1 Pro+ line. Best for confident buyers in well-served cities who want maximum range and performance and can charge at home; riders who do not need the range can save with the 4 kWh version.
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Buyers who want the longest-range S1 Pro+ — the big 5.3 kWh battery for 160-185 km of real-world city ridingRiders who value outright performance — a 13 kW peak motor, 130 km/h top speed, and 0-40 in 2.1 secondsLong daily commutes where the extra battery removes charging pressure
What tips the decision
Where one choice becomes easier to justify
- The Ola goes much further: about 160–185 km real-world against 110–125 km for the Apex
- The Ola is faster (130 km/h versus 100 km/h) and has ABS on its dual-disc brakes
- The Apex can top up at Ather Grid fast chargers and reaches 80% at home in about 3 hours
- The Apex carries a 5-year / 60,000 km battery warranty versus 3 years / 50,000 km on the Ola
- The Apex is about 6 kg lighter with more ground clearance (170 mm versus 160 mm); the Ola has a far bigger boot (34 litres versus 22)
What keeps it honest
Tradeoffs you should not ignore
- The Apex's 22-litre boot is small for a scooter at this price
- Hard riding in the Apex's Warp+ mode cuts its range well below the claimed figure
- Ola service quality varies by city, which matters more when you are paying flagship money
- Both are expensive for commuting — a mainstream 3.5 kWh family scooter costs far less to do the same daily job
Common questions
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Which is better, Ather 450 Apex or Ola S1 Pro+?
Pick the Ather 450 Apex if you care about how the scooter rides and charges — sharper handling, Ather Grid fast top-ups and a 5-year battery warranty. Pick the Ola S1 Pro+ if raw numbers decide it: about 50 km more range, a 130 km/h top speed and ABS.
Which has more real-world range, Ather 450 Apex or Ola S1 Pro+?
Ola S1 Pro+ goes further: about 160–185 km of real-world range per charge versus 110–125 km for Ather 450 Apex — roughly 55 km more on a typical charge.
Which is cheaper, Ather 450 Apex or Ola S1 Pro+?
Ola S1 Pro+ is cheaper by about ₹4,600 ex-showroom: Ather 450 Apex ₹1,94,946 (verified 2026-07-15), Ola S1 Pro+ ₹1,90,338 (verified 2026-10-04). On-road prices vary by state, insurance and dealer offers, so compare the final quotes.
Which charges faster, Ather 450 Apex or Ola S1 Pro+?
Ola S1 Pro+ charges faster at home. Ather 450 Apex takes about 5.25 hours to charge at home. Fast charging: Supports Ather Grid fast charging. Ola S1 Pro+ takes about 4.5 hours to charge at home.
What tips the decision between Ather 450 Apex and Ola S1 Pro+?
Key factors: The Ola goes much further: about 160–185 km real-world against 110–125 km for the Apex; The Ola is faster (130 km/h versus 100 km/h) and has ABS on its dual-disc brakes; The Apex can top up at Ather Grid fast chargers and reaches 80% at home in about 3 hours; The Apex carries a 5-year / 60,000 km battery warranty versus 3 years / 50,000 km on the Ola; and The Apex is about 6 kg lighter with more ground clearance (170 mm versus 160 mm); the Ola has a far bigger boot (34 litres versus 22).
What are the tradeoffs in the Ather 450 Apex vs Ola S1 Pro+ 5.3 kWh comparison?
Tradeoffs to consider: The Apex's 22-litre boot is small for a scooter at this price; Hard riding in the Apex's Warp+ mode cuts its range well below the claimed figure; Ola service quality varies by city, which matters more when you are paying flagship money; and Both are expensive for commuting — a mainstream 3.5 kWh family scooter costs far less to do the same daily job.
Is the Ather 450 Apex worth its price?
For riders who value handling, build quality and fast charging, yes — it is the most polished performance scooter Ather makes, with a 5-year battery warranty. If you mainly want range or top speed for the money, the Ola S1 Pro+ gives you more of both.
Which is faster, Ather 450 Apex or Ola S1 Pro+?
The Ola S1 Pro+ has the higher top speed at 130 km/h and a stronger 13 kW motor. The Ather 450 Apex tops out at 100 km/h but is lighter and sharper through corners.
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Reviewed 2026-10-04
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