TVS iQube (3.5 kWh) — Price After Subsidy 2026
The TVS iQube is the electric scooter from one of India's oldest and most trusted two-wheeler makers, and it brings the reassuring strengths of the TVS brand — rock-solid build, a nationwide dealer and service network that no EV-only startup can match, and years of refinement — into the electric segment. Priced at ₹1,38,596 ex-showroom, the 3.5 kWh version claims 145 km of range and delivers a genuine 95-110 km in real riding, putting it right in the middle of the premium scooter pack alongside the Ather 450X and the Ola S1 Pro+.
The iQube has quietly become one of the best-selling premium EVs in India precisely because it does nothing dramatically wrong. The ride is mature, the quality is excellent, and you can get it serviced almost anywhere in the country. It is the scooter you buy when you want the EV experience without betting on a young brand. This page gives you the exact post-subsidy price in every major state, the honest running costs, and where the iQube sits against its rivals in 2026.
Specifications
The iQube comes in several battery sizes; this guide covers the popular 3.5 kWh version that most dealers stock and most buyers choose.
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price (Delhi) | ₹1,38,596 |
| Battery capacity | 3.5 kWh |
| Claimed range (IDC test) | 145 km |
| Real-world range (mixed city riding) | 95–110 km |
| Petrol scooter equivalent | 45 kmpl |
| Delhi subsidy eligibility | Yes — capped at ₹30,000 |
Price After Subsidy — State by State
With the central PM E-DRIVE e-2W subsidy now ended (31 July 2026), your savings come only from states. The calculation used below: ex-showroom + road tax + ₹300 registration + ₹3,500 insurance + ₹1,500 delivery − subsidy. The Delhi row includes the ₹10,000 scrap bonus.
| State | What applies | Calculation | On-road price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi (Year 1 + scrap) | ₹30,000 subsidy (capped), ₹10,000 scrap, tax & reg free | ₹1,38,596 − ₹30,000 − ₹10,000 + ₹5,000 | ₹1,03,596 |
| Maharashtra | 10% subsidy, 8% road tax | ₹1,38,596 + ₹11,088 − ₹13,860 + ₹5,300 | ₹1,41,124 |
| Tamil Nadu | No subsidy, road tax 0% | ₹1,38,596 + ₹0 + ₹5,300 | ₹1,43,896 |
| Telangana | No subsidy, road tax 0% | ₹1,38,596 + ₹0 + ₹5,300 | ₹1,43,896 |
| Karnataka | No subsidy, 6% road tax | ₹1,38,596 + ₹8,316 + ₹5,300 | ₹1,52,212 |
The iQube is built by TVS in Tamil Nadu, and Tamil Nadu's zero road tax keeps its home-state price at ₹1,43,896 — but the absence of a purchase subsidy means Delhi is still ₹40,300 cheaper after the scrap bonus. Maharashtra's 10% subsidy and 8% road tax roughly cancel each other out, leaving ₹1,41,124. Karnataka, once again, is the priciest of the five at ₹1,52,212 after the April 2026 road tax rollback. For iQube buyers outside Delhi, the realistic saving against the ex-showroom price is just the registration fee and whatever road tax exemption their state offers.
Running Cost
The iQube's 3.5 kWh battery costs about ₹28 to fill at home (3.5 × ₹8). Across the realistic 102 km of range, that is ₹0.27 per kilometre — right in line with the class average. An 800 km month works out to about ₹219, against ₹1,848 for a 45 kmpl petrol scooter. The monthly saving of about ₹1,630 becomes roughly ₹19,500 a year, which comfortably covers the iQube's insurance and servicing costs.
Charging is straightforward: the included portable charger tops up the 3.5 kWh pack in about 5-6 hours overnight from a regular socket. TVS also sells a fast wall charger as an accessory for buyers who want a 2.5-hour top-up, and the iQube connects to the TVS iQube app for charge tracking, geofencing and ride analytics. One practical note from owners: the iQube's real efficiency is at its best in the 30-50 km/h city band; highway cruising at 70 km/h drops range noticeably, so plan long trips with a charging stop in mind.
Is It Worth It?
In Delhi, the iQube at ₹1,03,596 undercuts the Ather 450X by about ₹600 and beats the Ola S1 Pro+ by nothing — the Ola is ₹8,596 cheaper at ₹95,000 with more real range. So on price and range alone, the Ola looks better on paper again. What the iQube sells instead is reliability and reach. TVS has thousands of touchpoints across the country, and its service quality is consistently rated far above Ola's. For a buyer in a tier-2 city, or anyone who has been burned by long service waits on a previous EV, that is worth real money.
The riding experience backs the reputation. The iQube is the most "normal scooter-like" of the premium EVs — gentle, predictable power delivery, a comfortable seat, and suspension tuned for Indian roads rather than racetrack heroics. It is the electric scooter most likely to be ridden without drama by every member of the family, and the one least likely to develop niggles. The 95-110 km real range covers most daily and weekly needs without planning anxiety, and the iQube's battery warranty terms have been among the most generous in the industry.
Its weaknesses are subtle. The touchscreen isn't standard across trims, the app occasionally feels dated next to Ola's and Ather's software, and the iQube lacks the dramatic acceleration of the S1 Pro+ — it is quick enough for city traffic but won't thrill you. Charging speed is also unremarkable unless you buy the optional fast charger. None of these matter to the target buyer, which is exactly the point: the iQube is the safe, boring, excellent choice.
The verdict for 2026: if you want maximum range and tech per rupee, buy the Ola S1 Pro+. If you want the scooter that will never let you down and can be serviced in any town in India, the iQube at ₹1,03,596 in Delhi — or ₹1,43,896 in Chennai — is the most rational premium EV money can buy.
Pros and Cons
- Pros: The most trusted brand and widest service network of any EV scooter maker; excellent build quality and mature ride; 95-110 km genuine range; low running cost of ₹0.27/km; generous battery warranty and strong resale value reputation.
- Cons: Costs ₹8,596 more than the Ola S1 Pro+ in Delhi with less range; software and app feel dated versus Ather and Ola; fast charging needs an optional accessory; premium trims push the price well past ₹1.4 lakh without subsidy states.
FAQs
What is the on-road price of the TVS iQube in Delhi?
About ₹1,03,596 after the ₹30,000 subsidy and ₹10,000 scrap bonus, plus ₹5,000 for insurance and delivery. Without scrap, ₹1,13,596.
How much real range does the TVS iQube give?
95-110 km in mixed city riding against the claimed 145 km. Speeds above 60 km/h reduce range more sharply than on rivals.
Which iQube variant should I buy?
The 3.5 kWh version covers most needs at ₹1,38,596 ex-showroom. Smaller-battery versions are cheaper but real range falls below 80 km, which is tight for daily commuting.
Is the TVS iQube better than the Ola S1 Pro+?
The Ola gives more range and acceleration for less money in Delhi. The iQube wins on build quality, service availability and long-term reliability — choose by what you value more.