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2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh

The Orbiter V1 is TVS's affordable entry below the iQube — a practical, connected family scooter with a 34-litre boot and a light 101 kg kerb weight. Best when riding stays city-first and daily distances are modest; the bigger-battery Orbiter V2 exists for range-first buyers.

At a glance₹1,00,650 reference price · Real-world range 65–75 km

TVS Orbiter V1 electric scooter exterior, front three-quarter view.
Photo by ZigWheels via Editorial image · Editorial use

Quick answers

2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh: range, charging and price at a glance

Real-world range

65–75 km

What the TVS Orbiter realistically covers on one charge in mixed city riding. Brochure (IDC) figures are higher — speed, rider weight and traffic bring the real number down.

Full charge at home

About 2.2 hours

On a regular home charger. There is no DC fast charging, so plan on overnight or workplace charging.

Cost of a full charge

About ₹16

At ₹8 per unit for the 1.8 kWh battery, including ~10% charging loss — roughly ₹0.23 per km. Your tariff changes this.

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Ex-showroom price

₹1,00,650

Verified 2026-10-04. On-road price adds road tax (zero in many states) and insurance; PM E-DRIVE can take up to ₹5,000 off eligible scooters.

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On-road price

2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh on-road price in your city

Ex-showroom ₹1,00,650 plus registration, road tax and insurance. Lowest to highest across India's largest cities, checked 2026-10-17. Dealer offers and accessories change the final figure.

CityOn-road price
Delhi₹1,06,646
Chennai₹1,09,421
Ahmedabad₹1,09,704
Jaipur₹1,10,147
Mumbai₹1,10,182
Pune₹1,10,182
Kolkata₹1,11,117
Bangalore₹1,11,118
Hyderabad₹1,13,289
Patna₹1,16,155

How the price adds up

Delhi: ₹1,06,646

  • Ex-showroom: ₹1,00,650
  • Registration and other charges: ₹700
  • Insurance: ₹5,296

Electric scooters pay little or no road tax in many states, so the gap between cities is mostly insurance and local charges. Eligible scooters also get up to ₹5,000 off through PM E-DRIVE, applied by the dealer.

Subsidy and road tax by state

Source: ZigWheels on-road prices

Key specs

Battery
1.8 kWh
Real-world range
65–75 km
Charge time
~2.2 hrs
DC fast charging
No
Top speed
68 km/h
Reference price
₹1,00,650
Last verified
2026-10-04

Best for

  • Budget-first buyers who want a family scooter from TVS below the iQube
  • Short daily commutes with easy home charging — 0-80% takes about 2.2 hours
  • Riders who want connected features (turn-by-turn navigation, cruise control, hill assist) under ₹1 lakh

Caveats

  • Low 68 km/h top speed — built for city riding, not highways
  • Drum brakes front and rear, and no fast charging on the 1.8 kWh fixed battery
  • The 86 km claimed range means planning around roughly 65-75 km in real use

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Cost snapshot

₹1,792/yr

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Charging reality

~2.2 hrs on AC charging

This scooter does not depend on public fast charging. The practical question is whether a roughly ~2.2 hrs home-charge routine works for your parking and daily distance.

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Common questions

Frequently asked about the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh

Is the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh worth buying?
The Orbiter V1 is TVS's affordable entry below the iQube — a practical, connected family scooter with a 34-litre boot and a light 101 kg kerb weight. Best when riding stays city-first and daily distances are modest; the bigger-battery Orbiter V2 exists for range-first buyers.
What is the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh best for?
Best for: Budget-first buyers who want a family scooter from TVS below the iQube, Short daily commutes with easy home charging — 0-80% takes about 2.2 hours, and Riders who want connected features (turn-by-turn navigation, cruise control, hill assist) under ₹1 lakh.
What are the caveats of the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh?
Caveats: Low 68 km/h top speed — built for city riding, not highways; Drum brakes front and rear, and no fast charging on the 1.8 kWh fixed battery; and The 86 km claimed range means planning around roughly 65-75 km in real use.
What is the real-world range of the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh?
Expect 65–75 km in real riding conditions. Official IDC figures run higher — speed, rider weight, and traffic bring the practical number down, so plan around this band.
What is the top speed of the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh?
The 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh has a top speed of 68 km/h.
What is the price of the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh in India?
The reference ex-showroom price is ₹1,00,650 (last verified 2026-10-04). On-road prices vary by city, insurance, and state EV incentives — verify the on-road price with a local dealer before booking.
What is the on-road price of the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh?
The 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh costs from ₹1,06,646 on-road, depending on the city: Delhi ₹1,06,646, Chennai ₹1,09,421, Ahmedabad ₹1,09,704, Jaipur ₹1,10,147, Mumbai ₹1,10,182, Pune ₹1,10,182, Kolkata ₹1,11,117, Bangalore ₹1,11,118, Hyderabad ₹1,13,289, Patna ₹1,16,155. That is the ex-showroom price of ₹1,00,650 plus registration, road tax and insurance (checked 2026-10-17).
How long does the 2025 TVS Orbiter V1 1.8 kWh take to charge?
~2.2 hrs on a regular home AC connection.