India’s electric scooter space is heating up with new launches pushing the boundaries of range and performance. The latest entrant, the Simple Ultra from Simple Energy, goes head-to-head with the newly introduced S1 Here’s a closer look at how these two long-range electric scooters stack up in terms of pricing, range and performance.
Simple Ultra vs Ola S1
The Simple Ultra has been launched at a price of Rs 2.35 lakh, ex-showroom. The scooter is already available for purchase, with test rides and deliveries underway across multiple cities. In contrast, the Ola S1 However, this price was valid only for a limited period until April 15, 2026, after which a price revision is expected.
Simple Ultra vs Ola S1
Range is where both scooters make a strong case, but the Simple Ultra clearly leads on paper. It comes equipped with a 6.5 kWh battery pack and claims an IDC range of 400 km, making it one of the longest-range electric scooters in India right now. The Ola S1Performance is another area where these scooters take slightly different approaches. The Simple Ultra can hit a top speed of 115 kmph and accelerates from 0 to 40 kmph in just 2.77 seconds. Meanwhile, the Ola S1 X+ is powered by an 11 kW mid-drive motor and pushes the top speed higher to 125 kmph.
Simple Ultra vs Ola S1
On the features front, the Simple Ultra offers four levels of traction control, a relatively rare feature in this segment, along with a seven-inch digital display handling ride data and functions. The Ola S1 A key differentiator for Ola is its use of the indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell.