Hero Electric Optima CX
Hero Electric Optima CX Key Specification
Hero Optima CX Price
Hero Optima CX is available at a starting price of Rs. 67,190 and goes upto Rs. 85,190 in India. Hero Electric Optima CX comes in two variants which are Optima CX Single Battery and the top variant is Optima CX Dual Battery. The single battery-powered Optima boasts a range of 82 km with the price of Rs. 67,190 and the dual battery version can travel 122 km per charge with the price of Rs. 85,190. The charging time stands at four to five hours with normal charger.
Variants | Price |
Optima CX single battery | Rs. 67,190 |
Optima CX dual battery | Rs. 85,190 |
Hero Optima CX Latest Updates
Hero Optima CX is an electric scooter from Hero electric. Hero optima cx looks similar to the HX version in terms of styling. The sleek design is accompanied by features such as a halogen headlight.
The company offers a compact lightweight electric scooter that is not very expensive and is a low-speed electric scooter. Other than this is easy to operate. The Hero Electric Optima CX is the perfect choice for the first-time rider, college goer, and the elderly.
Additional features
- Digital Instrument
- Cruise Control
- Walk Assist
- Remote Lock with Anti-Theft Alarm
- USB charging port
- Reverse Mode
Colour options
Hero Electric Optima CX is available in four attractive colors which are
- BLUE
- GREY
- WHITE
- RED
Display and Connectivity System
Hero Electric Optima CX gets an aggressively styled LED headlamp, Tail lamp, and turn indicators. It has a digital Odometer, Speedometer, Tachometer, and regenerative braking system. Also, it has an LED bulb headlight, a bulb front signal light, a front storage box, and a low-battery indicator.
It also gets an under-seat storage space and a front storage box. Moreover, there are many more features like Bag Hook, Round Charging Point, Glove Box, Bold Styling, and an Aerodynamic body design.
Brakes, Wheels & Suspension
For a pleasant ride, Hero Electric Optima CX rides on a Telescopic fork in front and a dual shock absorber in the back. The anchoring duties are handled by drum brakes on both sides. Also, it has Alloy wheels with tubeless tires.
Battery, Range, and Motor
Hero Electric Optima CX Scooter has a 550 Watt BLDC hub motor with a peak power of 1.2 KW. It is connected to a 52.2v, 30 Ah lithium Ferro Phosphate battery pack which takes roughly 4-5 hours to fully charge. The top speed of the scooter is limited to 45 kmph, and its full-battery range is claimed to be around 80-85 kmph.
Rivals
- HERO ELECTRIC NYX (Rs. 77,715 EX-Showroom prices)
- BOUNCE INFINITY E1 (Rs. 45,000 EX-Showroom prices)
- TECHO ELECTRA EMERGE (Rs. 73,079 EX-Showroom prices)
- AMPERE MAGNUS EX (Rs. 77,249 EX-Showroom prices)
- HERO ELECTRIC PHOTON HX (Rs. 80,790 EX-Showroom prices)
Warranties
Hero Electric Optima CX gives you 3 years of Vehicle Warranty, 3 years of battery warranty, and 36 months/30,000 km of Motor warranty (whichever is earlier). Scooters usually run around 6000-8000 km a year, so chances are they won't need a replacement for another 6-7 years.
Subsidy and Tax Examination on Hero Electric
The Hero Electric Optima CX two-wheeler electric scooter is eligible for the FAME II subsidy scheme as it offers a range of up to 80 km and a top speed of up to 45 km. The initial subsidy amounted to 10,000 per kWh and was capped at 20 % of the cost of the vehicle. In 2021 the government has revised the subsidy available to improve the rate of adoption of EVs, which had been relatively low till then.
License and Registration
You do need a license and Registration in India to ride this 550-watt-powered electric scooter with a range of up to 45 km. When an electric two-wheeler has a power output of fewer than 250 watts and a top speed no greater than 25 kmph it is not required for license and registration. Because it is classified as an electric bicycle or electric bike. But for hero optima cx, you need registration & license to ride it.
Hero Electric Top Models
77,540 - 61,470 Onwards
Ex-showroom price, Kolkata- 165 km
- 42 km
- 4-5 hours
45,000 - 79,999 Onwards
Ex-showroom price, Kolkata- 85 km
- 65 kmph
- 4 hrs
77,393 Onwards
Ex-showroom price, Kolkata- 121 km
- 53 KM/H
- 6-7 hours
80,790 Onwards
Ex-showroom price, Kolkata- 90 KM
- 45 Kmph
- 5 hours
73,079 Onwards
Ex-showroom price, Kolkata- 100 Km
- 25 kmph
- 3-4 Hrs
Hero Electric Optima CX Owner Opinion
Note: These Pros and Cons are based on real hero Electric CX Single battery scooter owners to whom our team has spoken.
Low Price Scooter
- 70-75kM
- 25 KMPH
- 4Hrs(Li-Ion),7-8Hrs(VRLA)
- 80 km
- 25 kmph
- 5-6 Hour
- 85 km
- 65 kmph
- 4 hrs
- 82 km
- 45 kmph
- 4-5 hrs
- 85 km
- 25 kmph
- 4-5 hours
- 116 km
- 80 kmph
- 5 hour 45 min
High Range Scooter
- 85-95Km
- 70Kmph
- 5hour
- 139 km
- 58 kmph
- 4-5 hrs (approx.)
- 181 km
- 115 kmph
- 6 hr 30 min
- 116 km
- 80 km/h
- 5 h 45 min
- 165 km
- 42 km
- 4-5 hours
- 160 km
- 90 kmph
- 4 hr (80% in 1 hr)
- 121 km
- 53 KM/H
- 6-7 hours
- 165 km
- 80 kmph
- 5 to 6 hrs
- 236 km
- 105 kmph
- 3 hr
Hero Electric Optima CX Specifications
Motor Power (Peak) | 12000 watt |
Motor power (Rated) | NA |
Max. Motor Torque (At Wheel) | NA |
Motor Type | BLDC Hub Motor |
Water and Dust Resistance (Motor) | NA |
Water and Dust Resistance (Controller) | NA |
Range (Eco Mode) | 75 km |
Range (Ride Mode) | 80 km |
Range (Sports Mode) | 82 km |
Range (Normal Mode) | NA |
Battery Type | Lithium ferro phosphate battery |
Battery Capacity | 51.2 V / 30 Ah |
Nominal Voltage | NA |
Water & Dust Resistance | NA |
0 - 40% | 2.5 hours |
0 - 100% | 4 to 5 hours |
Fast Charging | Yes |
Charger | NA |
Speedometer | Digital |
Odometer | Digital |
Screen Size and Type | Digital |
Touch Screen Type | NA |
Resolution | NA |
Brightness | NA |
Aspect Ratio | NA |
Tyre Type | Tubeless |
Tyre Size (Front) | 90/90-12 |
Tyre Size (Rear) | 90/90-12 |
Wheel Type | Alloy |
Wheel Size (Front) | 304.8 mm |
Wheel Size (Rear) | 304.8 mm |
ABS OR CBS | Yes |
Regenerative Braking | Yes |
Brake Type Front | Drum |
Brake Type Rear | Drum |
Front Disc Size | NA |
Rear Disc Size | NA |
Braking Distance | NA |
Front Suspension | Telescopic suspension |
Rear Suspension | Dual shock absorber |
Frame Type | Steel |
Frame Materials | NA |
Head Light | LED |
Tail Height | LED |
Indicator Light | Bulb |
DRL | NA |
Gross Weight | 72.5 kh |
Loading Capacity | 150 kg |
Length | NA |
Width | NA |
Height | NA |
Wheelbase | |
Ground Clearance: | 140 mm |
Seat Height | NA |
Gradeability | 7 degree |
Remote | Yes |
Side Stand Sensor | Yes |
Reverse Mode | Yes |
USB Charging | Yes |
Anti-Theft Motor Locking | Yes |
Anti-Theft Alarm | Yes |
Find Your Vehicle | Yes |
Push Button Start | Yes |
IOT Features | Yes |
Hero Electric Optima CX FAQs
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