Electric scooter from Kinetic DX has arrived, taking on the Vida VX2 model
Electric Scooters Take Over Indian Market: Kinetic DX Steals the Show
The electric scooter segment in India is experiencing a rapid surge in demand and sales, with several manufacturers joining the fray. One of the latest entrants is the Kinetic DX electric scooter, a reborn version of the iconic Kinetic DX in an EV form.
Priced between ₹1.12 lakh and ₹1.17 lakh (ex-showroom), the Kinetic DX electric scooter stands out with its high-endurance battery technology. It is powered by a 2.6 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, offering a high cycle life of 2500 to 3500+ charge cycles, claimed to be four times that of typical NMC batteries used by competitors. This battery pack delivers an estimated IDC range of 116 km (DX+ variant) and allows the scooter to reach a top speed of 90 km/h.
The electric powertrain of the Kinetic DX churns out 6.4 bhp of peak power. It offers three riding modes (Range, Power, Turbo) plus a reverse mode, and charges fully in about 4 hours. Key features include an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, cruise control, hill hold assist, keyless start, Bluetooth-enabled built-in speakers, and an integrated Easy Charge system for convenient charging. The DX+ variant also includes Telekinetic telematics for smart features like geo-fencing and vehicle tracking.
The design of the Kinetic DX electric scooter takes cues from the original DX, blending modern and fresh elements. Every panel of the scooter reflects this, with a distinctive LED headlight and a visor proudly displaying the Kinetic branding.
Comparatively, the Kinetic DX targets competitors like the Vida VX2, TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Honda Activa e, and Bajaj Chetak. While the Vida VX2 typically has a similar automatic transmission, Kinetic DX offers a notably higher battery cycle life and slightly higher top speed (90 km/h vs Vida’s approx 80-85 km/h). The TVS iQube sports a 2.25 kWh battery with about 75-85 km range and a top speed around 78 km/h, somewhat lower than the Kinetic DX’s 116 km range and 90 km/h top speed. The Ather RZ 3 (likely the "Rizta" in query) has a 2.9 kWh battery, a top speed near 80 km/h, and a range of about 85-100 km, competing closely but generally lower top speed than Kinetic DX.
The Honda Activa e traditionally has lower battery capacity (~1.8 kWh) and range (~50-60 km) with a top speed around 42-45 km/h, making it less powerful and suited for more basic urban commuting. The Bajaj Chetak has a 3 kWh battery, top speed near 78 km/h, and a range of about 90-95 km, with a premium build and premium pricing, but still with lower speed and range compared to Kinetic DX.
The Vida VX2 electric scooter comes with two removable battery packs (in VX2 Plus) or a single removable battery (in VX2 Go). The VX2 Go can run up to 92 kilometres on a full charge, while the VX2 Plus can run up to 142 kilometres on a full charge. The Vida VX2 is another electric scooter priced between ₹99,490 and ₹1.1 lakh (ex-showroom).
With its blend of nostalgic styling cues, contemporary electric scooter performance, and tech, the Kinetic DX positions itself as a strong competitor against the mainstream EV scooters in urban India. Deliveries of the Kinetic DX electric scooter are expected to begin from September 2025.
The high-endurance battery technology of the Kinetic DX electric scooter offers a cycle life of 2500 to 3500+ charge cycles, which is four times that of typical NMC batteries used by competitors, setting it apart from other electric gadgets in the market. Aside from this, the Kinetic DX electric scooter integrates various technology features, such as an 8.8-inch digital instrument cluster, Bluetooth-enabled speakers, and a reversible mode, making it an appealing lifestyle choice among electric-vehicle owners in India.
