Hero MotoCorp just dropped their most wallet-friendly electric scooter yet – the Vida VX2 – and honestly, at Rs 59,490 under their Battery-as-a-Service thing, it’s got our attention.
This isn’t just another launch announcement. Hero’s clearly gunning for the budget EV space where folks like Bajaj and TVS have been having a field day. The VX2 basically says “hey, you don’t need to break the bank for decent electric mobility” – and frankly, it’s about time someone said that.
Two Variants, Smart Pricing Strategy
So here’s the deal – Hero’s giving you two choices with the VX2: the Go and the Plus. But here’s where they’ve been really clever with their pricing game.
VX2 Go Pricing:
- Buy it outright: Rs 99,490
- Go the BaaS route: Rs 59,490
VX2 Plus Pricing:
- Full ownership: Rs 1.10 lakh
- BaaS model: Rs 64,990
Now, this BaaS thing might sound fancy, but it’s pretty straightforward. You buy the scooter minus the battery, then pay as you ride. Hero’s claiming just 96 paise per kilometer – which, let’s be honest, makes petrol look expensive these days.
Performance That Actually Makes Sense
The Go variant comes with a single 2.2kWh battery that’ll get you 92km on paper (we all know real-world numbers are different, right?). The Plus bumps things up with dual batteries totaling 3.4kWh for 142km range. Both use the same 6kW motor, though the Go caps out at 70kmph while the Plus will do 80kmph.
Charging’s not too bad either – about 6 hours with the regular charger for 0-80%, or just an hour if you’ve got access to fast charging. That’s actually pretty reasonable for daily use.
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Features That Don’t Feel Like Afterthoughts
You know what’s refreshing? The VX2 doesn’t feel like they stripped out everything good to hit a price point. The Plus gets a proper 4.3-inch TFT screen (the Go gets LCD, but hey, it works), and both variants have cloud connectivity with remote immobilization. That’s actually pretty cool for this segment.
Storage is decent too – 33.2 liters under the seat means your helmet’s going to fit, plus some groceries. Turn-by-turn navigation, live ride data, OTA updates… it’s like they actually thought about what riders need instead of just ticking boxes.
Design Philosophy: Less is More
The VX2 looks nothing like Hero’s previous V2 series with all those sharp angles. This one’s actually based on their Vida Z concept, and honestly? It looks way more approachable. Single-piece stepped seat instead of that split-seat design, cleaner lines overall.
The LED DRL in the headlight setup gives it a premium vibe, and with seven color options, there’s probably something that’ll match your personality. Or at least not clash with your helmet.
Market Reality Check
Here’s the thing – electric two-wheeler sales hit 547,000 units in just the first five months of this year. That’s serious momentum, and Hero’s timing feels spot-on. The VX2 sits right in that sweet spot where most Indian buyers actually shop – not too basic, not too premium.
The BaaS model is genuinely smart because it tackles the elephant in the room: battery replacement anxiety. By separating the battery from the scooter purchase, Hero’s made electric mobility less scary for regular folks.
At Rs 59,490 for the BaaS Go, it undercuts most established players while offering comparable features. In India’s price-sensitive market, that kind of value proposition could be a real game-changer. Whether it actually moves the needle? Well, we’ll find out soon enough.