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Hindustan Times
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kinetic DX electric scooter is here, challenging Vida VX2
Kinetic Watts and Volts Ltd., the electric vehicle division of the Kinetic Group, has finally launched the Kinetic DX electric scooter in India. Introduced at a starting price of ₹1.12 lakh (ex-showroom), the electric scooter brings back the nostalgia of the original Kinetic Honda DX, which was one of the popular scooters in the country. Available in two trims - DX and DX+, the electric scooter's pricing goes up to ₹1.17 lakh (ex-showroom). While the electric scooter comes marking the rebirth of the iconic Kinetic DX in an EV form, it draws design influence from the original model. The design silhouette comes bearing resemblances to the DX, but incorporates modern styling elements. Every panel of the EV takes cues from the iconic DX, but blends modern and fresh elements. It sports a distinctive LED headlight, flanked by a Kinetic logo-shaped LED daytime running light. Also, there is a visor with the Kinetic branding, which adds a subtle nod to the Kinetic Honda DX. The company has added a plethora of interesting design elements and features that help it stand apart from the rest of the models in the segment. Specifications Comparison Kinetic Green DX Vida VX2 Engine N/A N/A Transmission Automatic Automatic Mileage N/A N/A Fuel Type Electric Electric Check detailed comparison The electric scooter segment in India is witnessing rapid growth in terms of demand and sales. Buoyed by the demand, several two-wheeler manufacturers have launched their respective products in this space. The Kinetic DX simply ramps up the competition in this segment. It challenges the rivals such as Vida VX2, TVS iQube, Ather Rizta, Honda Activa e:, and Bajaj Chetak, among others. Here is a quick comparison of price and specifications between the Kinetic DX and Vida VX2. Kinetic DX vs Vida VX2: Price Kinetic DX is priced between ₹1.12 lakh and ₹1.17 lakh (ex-showroom). Vida VX2, on the other hand, which was launched in India just a few weeks back, is another electric scooter with appealing design and features as well as practicality in focus. It comes available in two variants - VX2 Plus and VX2 Go, priced between ₹99,490 and ₹1.1 lakh (ex-showroom). Interestingly, Vida VX2 is available with a battery subscription plan, which significantly reduces the upfront cost for the consumers, while charging a rental of ₹0.96 per kilometre. Watch: Vida VX2 Plus First Ride Review: Is It Value For Money? Kinetic DX vs Vida VX2: Specification The Kinetic DX+ is powered by a 2.6 kWh LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery developed, which promises an IDC-rated range of up to 116 kilometres on a full charge. The electric powertrain of the DX churns out 6.4 bhp of peak power making it capable of achieving a top speed of 90 kmph. On the other hand, the Vida VX2 Plus is available in two removable battery packs, while the VX2 Go gets a single removable battery. The base variant gets a 2.2 kWh battery, while VX2 Plus has a 3.4 kWh battery pack. The VX2 Go is capable of running up to 92 kilometres on a full charge, while the VX2 Plus is capable of running up to 142 kilometres on a full charge. When it comes to top speed, the VX2 Go can run at 70 kmph, while the VX2 PLus can run at 80 kmph. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date:
Hindustan Times
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Kinetic DX returns as EV, marking cautious re-entry built on in-house capabilities
Back in the 1980s, when India was still wedded to kick-starts and clunky gearboxes, a new scooter emerged that changed how the country moved. The Kinetic Honda DX , born from a joint venture with Honda Motor Co., brought self-start convenience and a gearless ride to urban India. It became an icon — not because it was transformational in performance, but because it slotted into everyday Indian life in a way few products do. The Kinetic DX returns as an electric scooter under Kinetic Watts & Volts, built entirely in-house across Kinetic Group companies. With a focus on legacy design, restrained rollout, and vertical integration, the DX marks a quiet, engineering-led re-entry into India's EV two-wheeler space. Now, in 2025, the DX is back — this time as a fully electric scooter, developed under a newly established arm of the Kinetic Group called Kinetic Watts & Volts. The name may sound contemporary, but the approach is anything but flashy. This isn't a revival built on nostalgia or noise. Instead, it's a measured exercise in leveraging old industrial muscle — one that hinges on engineering depth, in-house coordination, and a deliberate avoidance of shortcuts. Inside-out, not outside-in Unlike most new-age EV manufacturers that rely on imported components and white-label design, the Kinetic DX has been developed within the walls of the group — a coordinated effort that spans multiple group companies, each with legacy infrastructure of its own. The chassis and metal body panels are made at Kinetic Engineering's Ahmednagar facility, which still retains its tooling and robotic welding lines from earlier product cycles. The battery packs, based on LFP chemistry and integrated with in-house BMS, are developed by RangeX, a new battery and energy systems arm of the Kinetic Group. The controller and motor, often the most critical and least localised elements in many EVs, come from Kinetic Communications, the group's electronics supplier. Also Read : Kinetic DX launched in India at ₹1.12 lakh, promises 116 km of range This internal loop — where design, hardware, electronics, and testing live within a tightly controlled ecosystem — is a deliberate move. As Ajinkya Firodia, Vice Chairman and MD of Kinetic Engineering, explained during the launch event, this wasn't about retrofitting a platform for electric. 'We told each company what we needed — not to supply, but to co-develop. It wasn't about assembling parts. It was about solving problems together," Firodia stated. Design as memory and constraint Perhaps the more nuanced challenge was reviving a design that lives in memory. The original DX's upright profile and clean surfaces were considered classic at the time. Translating that into an electric format, while housing modern internals like battery, controller, and wiring, proved complex. To lead the effort, Kinetic brought in Alessandro Tartarini, son of the Italjet co-founder, Leopoldo Tartarini. Together, they retained subtle nods to the past — the horizontal stance, minimalist panels, and even the red starter button — while adapting proportions to accommodate today's mechanical and ergonomic needs. As Firodia described it, creating the new DX was a delicate balancing act — honoring heritage without getting stuck in it. The EV couldn't risk appearing outdated, yet it couldn't disregard its heritage either. The result is restrained. Not retro for retro's sake, but familiar in its silhouette and scaled for today's urban roads. For Ajinkya Firodia, creating the new DX was a delicate balancing act — honoring heritage without getting stuck in it. (Mohd Nasir for HT Auto) Retail without overreach The rollout strategy, too, reflects restraint. Kinetic has capped initial bookings for the DX at 40,000 units, with a production capacity of 60,000 annually from the Ahmednagar plant. Retail operations will begin with 20 dealerships, expanding to 150 within 18 months, prioritising cities where the Kinetic name still carries equity — a legacy advantage few modern players possess. This is in contrast to the blitz-scaling models that have dominated India's EV space in recent years. Firodia's message is clear: 'Volume is not the first goal. Getting it right is." Also watch: Kinetic DX Electric Scooter First Look 💥 Future moves: Not a flood, but a flow For now, Kinetic is clear that its focus will remain solely on the DX. There is no rush to flood the market with variants or new models. Any future additions — including configurations with removable or swappable batteries for fleet use — will be considered only after the DX has found its footing in the market. While there's evident potential in Kinetic's legacy nameplates, Firodia is in no hurry. 'Our hands are full with the DX," he admitted, adding that the next two to three years will be devoted entirely to scaling it and building its network. Any further revivals will have to earn their place through market logic, not sentiment. The DX platform has been built to allow for steady evolution. OTA updates are expected to unlock new features over time, including cruise control, ride modes, and location services — a sign that Kinetic is building not just a product, but a system that can adapt without needing to be replaced. A return that chooses depth over hype In India's fast-growing EV segment, where new players rise quickly and pivot even faster, the DX's return feels quietly radical. It does not promise to change the industry overnight. It doesn't claim to be the lightest, fastest, or most digital. What it offers is a return to a way of building — not just a product, but an industrial process, grounded in supply-side discipline and design responsibility. In that sense, the Kinetic DX may be more than just a revived can symbolize a modest but significant change in the manner in which legacy can become relevant once more — not by relying on nostalgia, but by reestablishing trust, piece by piece. Check out Upcoming EV Cars in India, Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date:
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Kinetic makes comeback into the Indian market with Kinetic DX EV scooters: Check price, range & features here
The EV arm of Kinetic Engineering , Watts and Volts, made a re-entry to the Indian market with the launch of its new electric scooter, Kinetic DX EV . The two-wheeler is inspired by the iconic Kinetic Honda DX , and gets a modern makeover. It comes in two variants including DX and DX+, priced at Rs 1.12 lakh and Rs 1.18 lakh (ex-showroom), respectively. 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The first batch has been limited to 35,000 units. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo In an interaction with PTI, Kinetic Engineering Vice Chairman and Managing Director Ajinkya Firodia said the company aims to scale up the production and sales network in a phased manner. "We aim to touch 1.5 lakh unit sales mark in the next 3-4 years, and to sell that number we would require around 300 dealerships," Firodia said. Live Events The company plans to produce around 40,000 units by August 2026 and then gradually scale up production, he added. "The company aims to achieve a 6-8 per cent market share in the next three years, targeting the top three players in the segment," Firodia said. On future investments, Firodia noted that the company has committed to invest Rs 177 crore in the business over the next three years. When asked about the sales network, he said that the company currently has appointed 20 dealers and plans to expand the number to 160 in the first year. It would be scaled up to 300 dealerships over the next three years, with the western region being the first focus area, followed by northern, eastern and southern parts of the country, Firodia said. Kinetic DX EV: Features and specifications The Kinetic DX EV is powered with a 2.6 kWh LFP battery, offering a claimed IDC range of 116 km on the DX+ and 102 km on the standard DX. The battery is rated for up to 3,500 charge cycles and comes with a 4.8 kW hub-mounted BLDC motor. The DX has a top speed of 80 kmph, while the DX+ goes up to 90 kmph. It also comes equip with three riding modes, including Range, Power, and Turbo, along features like reverse assist and hill hold. For convenience, it has a large 37-litre underseat storage. Both variants come equipped with features like cruise control, telescopic front and adjustable rear suspension, a 220mm front disc brake with CBS, and convenient touches such as the Kinetic Assist switch and Easy Flip pillion footrest. Other features include Bluetooth music, voice navigation, and a keyless experience enabled by a built-in speaker and a large 8.8-inch digital display. The DX+ has more tech on offer, including a patented Easy Charge retractable cable and voice alerts through the My Kiney Companion system. It also offers connected features via the Kinetic app, such as real-time tracking, geofencing, ride analytics, and intruder alerts. Colour options include Red, Blue, White, Silver, and Black for the DX+, while the DX is offered in Silver and Black. Here's a look at what's on offer.
India.com
a day ago
- Automotive
- India.com
New Budget EV Scooter Launched At Just Rs...; 90Kmph Top Speed, 3 Ride Modes And 116km Range
Kinetic DX Electric Scooter: The Kinetic DX electric scooter has been launched in India in two variants: DX and DX+, priced at Rs 1.11 lakh and Rs 1.17 lakh (ex-showroom, Pune). Interested buyers can book the scooter online via the brand's official website. Deliveries are set to begin from October 2025. For now, the company plans to sell only 35,000 units of the DX across India. The new DX brings back memories of the original Kinetic Honda DX, launched in 1984. That scooter was widely popular among Indian families in the 90s. The new electric DX rivals other e-scooters like the Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube, and Ather Rizta. Buyers will get a 3-year/30,000 km standard warranty, which can be extended up to 9 years/1,00,000 km. Both the DX and DX+ come with the same 2.5kWh IP67-rated battery pack, but have different motors. The DX variant gets a 4.7kW motor, while the DX+ is fitted with a 4.8kW motor. The DX offers a claimed range of 102 km, whereas the DX+ delivers up to 116 km of range on a full charge. Top speeds are 80 km/h for DX and 90 km/h for DX+. The battery can be charged from 10% to 50% in 2 hours, 0% to 80% in 3 hours, and 0 to 100% in 4 hours. It is equipped with an integrated charger and a 15A charging plug placed inside the glovebox. The scooter offers three ride modes: Range, Power, and Turbo. Suspension duties are handled by telescopic forks at the front and twin shock absorbers with preload adjustability at the rear. For braking, it uses a front disc and rear drum with CBS (Combined Braking System). The scooter rides on 12-inch alloy wheels with 100-section tyres at both ends. Key Features include all-LED lights with K-shaped DRL, 8.8-inch LCD console, speaker with volume controls, USB charging port, cruise control, reverse mode, regenerative braking, 37-litre underseat storage, anti-theft alert, vehicle tracking, follow me home headlight and ride data analysis.
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Kinetic DX vs TVS iQube 2.2kWh e-scooters compared: Range, features & more
Kinetic has entered the affordable EV segment with the DX e-scooter, bringing back the nostalgia of the old Kinetic Honda DX in a modern electric avatar. The scooter is priced at Rs 1.12 lakh, and goes up against rivals like the TVS iQube 2.2 kWh, which is priced around Rs 94,434, ex-showroom. But how do these two compare in terms of range, features and performance? Let's take a quick look. Kinetic DX vs TVS iQube 2.2 kWh e-scooter comparison: Starting with the Kinetic Green DX series, both variants come equipped with a 2.6 kWh LFP battery and a 4.8 kW hub motor. The claimed IDC range stands at 102 km for the DX and a higher 116 km for the DX+. Top speed is rated at 80 kmph and 90 kmph respectively. Both models offer three riding modes: Range, Power, and Turbo, and also feature reverse assist, hill hold, and 37-litre underseat storage. The TVS iQube, in comparison, uses a slightly smaller 2.2 kWh battery that delivers a IDC range of 94 km. It gets a top speed of 75 kmph and accelerates from 0 to 40 kmph in 4.2 seconds. The iQube comes with two riding modes: Economy and Power, and charges up to 80% in around 2 hours and 45 minutes, little less than the Kinetic scooters' 0-80% in 3 hours. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Brain tumor has left my son feeling miserable; please help! Donate For Health Donate Now Undo Simple One review: Is this the EV to beat? | TOI Auto In terms of features, both scooters offer essentials like reverse assist, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, and CBS. However, the Kinetic DX+ goes a step further with some unique features such as voice alerts through the 'My Kiney Companion' system, a patented retractable charging cable, and an 8.8-inch digital display with keyless functionality. It also supports telematics through the Kinetic app with features like vehicle tracking, geofencing, and intruder alerts. Meanwhile, the iQube counters with TVS SmartXonnect, turn-by-turn navigation, USB charging, a TFT display, anti-theft alert system, and practical additions like a side stand motor cut-off, regenerative braking, and a 17-litre underseat storage. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
