Hero Electric Optima vs Ather 450

BikeWale brings you comparison of Hero Electric Optima and Ather 450. The ex-showroom price of Hero Electric Optima is ₹ 41,770 and Ather 450 is ₹ N/A. Hero Electric Optima is available in 3 colours and 4 variants and Ather 450 is available in 1 colour. Apart from prices, you can also find comparison of these bikes based on displacement, mileage, performance, and many more parameters. Comparison between these bikes have been carried out to help users make correct buying decision between Hero Electric Optima and Ather 450.

Optima vs 450 Comparison Overview

Key Highlights	Optima	450
Price	₹ 41,770	--
Riding Range	50 Km	55-75 Km
Charging time	8-10 Hrs	5.25 Hrs
Power	--	5400 W

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Hero Electric
Optima

Version

Ex-showroom, Mumbai
₹ 41,770
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Ather
450

Version
Standard

Last known ex-showroom price
₹ N/A

450 has been discontinued.
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Hero Electric
Optima
Lead Acid
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450
Standard

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Specifications

Power & Performance


Fuel Type	Electric	Electric
Max Power	--	5,400 W
Rated Power (W)	250	3300
Max Torque	--	20.5 Nm
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Riding Range (Km) Maximum distance a petrol bike can travel on a full fuel tank and an electric bike can travel on a full charge	50	55-75
Top Speed (Kmph)	25 Vehicles with top speed up to 25 kmph don't require license and registration	80
Battery charging time (Hrs)	8-10	5.25
Fast charging time (Hrs)	--	--
Carrying capacity (kg)	--	--
Battery capacity (kWh)	1.344	2.71
Battery type	Lead Acid	Lithium-ion
Motor type	BLDC Hub Motor	BLDC Motor
Charger output	--	--

Brakes, Wheels & Suspension


Front Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Front Brake Size (mm)	--	200
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Disc
Rear Brake Size (mm)	--	190
Calliper Type	--	Front - 3 Piston, Rear - Single Piston Calliper
Front Wheel Size (inch)	16	12
Rear Wheel Size (inch)	16	12
Front Tyre Size	16 x 3 Inch	90/90-12 Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size	16 x 3 Inch	90/90-12 Tubeless
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubeless
Radial Tyres	No	Yes
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	Symmetrically Mounted Progressive Mono-shock

Dimensions & Chassis


Kerb Weight (kg)	86	111
Overall Length (mm)	--	1,800
Overall Width (mm)	--	700
Overall Height (mm)	--	1,250
Wheelbase (mm)	--	1,278
Ground Clearance (mm)	140	160
Seat Height (mm)	--	765
Chassis Type	Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis	Precision Machined Hybrid Chassis

Manufacturer Warranty


Battery warranty (Year)	1	3
Motor warranty (Year)	--	3

features


Odometer	Digital	Digital
Regenerative breaking	Yes	Yes
Reverse mode	No	Yes
Touch screen display	No	Yes
DRLs (Daytime running lights)	No	Yes
Mobile App Connectivity	No	Yes
GPS & Navigation	No	Yes
Central locking system	No	Yes
Artificial sound	No	No
Parking assist	No	Yes
Hill Assist	No	No
Anti theft system	No	--
Geo fencing	No	Yes
Start/stop button	Yes	Yes
Braking System CBS, IBS, SBT, UBS, HBS - Combined braking of both front and rear wheel \| ABS - Anti-lock braking system which can be just for front wheel (single channel) or both wheels (dual channel) or can be switched off (switchable) \| E-ABS - Electronic assisted braking system \| Standard - Cable operated	CBS	CBS
USB charging port	No	No
Front storage box	Yes	No
Under seat storage	Yes	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	No	--
Stand Alarm	No	No
Stepped Seat	No	No
No. of Tripmeters	1	1
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes
Start Type	Electric Start	Electric Start
Shift Light	No	No
Killswitch	No	No
Clock	No	Yes
Headlight Type	LED Head Lamp	LED Headlamp
Headlight Bulb Type	--	--
Brake/Tail Light	Bulb Type	LED Taillamp
Turn Signal	Bulb	Yes
Pass Light	Yes	Yes
Additional features	Bag Hook, Round Charging Point, Glove Box, USB Port, Bold Styling, Maximum Comfort, Aerodynamic Body Design, Large & Comfortable Seat, Stylish Wheels	Ride modes, Perfect Balance, Interactive Dashboard, On-board Navigation, 24x7 Road-side assistance, Doorstep pick up & drop service, Remote diagnostics, Ather Dot - Home Charging Point, 1st year Ather Service subscription free

BikeWale's Take

Good Things
- Light weight aids easy handling
- Large wheels offer added stability
- Features LED headlamps
- It is loaded with class-leading features
- Sports touch-screen instrument cluster
- The electric motor generates lots of torque
Could be better
- Long battery charging time
- Does not get disc brake even as an option
- Doesn’t get any other colour option
- Pricing is quite high
- Available only in Chennai and Bengaluru

Colors


Available Colours	Cyan Matt Red Matt Grey	White

Reviews


Overall rating	3.9(170 ratings) 56 reviews	4.3(38 ratings) 16 reviews

Performance Parameters


Visual Appeal	4	4
Reliability	3	4
Comfort	4	4
Service Experience	3	4
Value for Money	3	3

Reviews

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Worst bike never buy.

Horrible bike. After driving it for a year, I know in and out of this bike and its su

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Go.! for it.!

thanks to ather team,I am so happy With my new ather_450. I love riding experience on

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Ather 450 Electric Scooter: First Ride Review

21 August 2019

Pratheek Kunder

Ather Energy sounds like a company in the power sector or something along those lines. That’s because it started as a company that was interested in developing batteries for electric vehicles.