With time, petrol prices are skyrocketing and pollution is also increasing. In such a situation, there is only one question in the mind of every middle class family – Is now the right time to say goodbye to petrol scooter and adopt electric scooter?
If you too are troubled by frequent trips to the petrol pump and huge expenditure on servicing in a few months, then this article of ours is useful for you. Let us understand how an electric scooter can be beneficial not only for the environment, but also for your pocket.
Petrol vs Electric Scooter: Complete calculation of cost
A normal petrol scooter gives an average mileage of 45-50 kmpl. If we assume the price of petrol to be ₹100 per litre, then the cost of traveling 1 kilometer is approximately Rs 2 to 2.20. On the other hand, it takes about 2 to 3 units of electricity to fully charge an electric scooter.
If we look at the rate of Rs 8 per unit, then the cost of full charge comes to only Rs 16 to 24. The scooter easily runs 80 to 100 kilometers on a full charge. That means the cost of 1 kilometer on an electric scooter is only 20 to 25 paise. In this way the annual expenditure will be something like this-
| 1000 KM annually | petrol scooter | electric scooter |
| fuel/electricity cost | ₹20,000 – ₹22,000 | ₹2,000 – ₹2,500 |
| servicing expenses | ₹3,000 – ₹5,000 | ₹500 – ₹1,000 |
| total expenses | ₹23,000 – ₹27,000 | ₹2,500 – ₹3,500 |
Money paid in 5 years!
You can save approximately Rs 20,000 to 22,000 every year. This savings exceeds ₹ 1 lakh in 5 years, which will recover the full cost of your scooter. However, it is very important to have a good charging system at your home for the e-scooter.
Freedom from the hassle of servicing
Petrol scooters have many moving parts like engine, oil filter, spark plug, carburettor and clutch. There is more wear and tear due to friction, due to which servicing becomes mandatory every 2,500-3,000 kilometers.
Electric scooters do not have any complex engine. It mainly consists of a battery, motor and controller. No pressure to change engine oil and no fear of piston damage. In this, only brake pads and tires have to be taken care of, which reduces the hassle of maintenance by 80%.
Other big benefits
- No Noise: Electric scooters run very quietly, which makes the driving experience much better.
- Good Pickup: Electric motor provides instant torque, their pickup is much better than petrol scooters.
- Smart Features: Today’s e-scooters come with modern features like reverse mode, Bluetooth connectivity and navigation.
Final Verdict
Initially the price of electric scooter is ₹ 20,000-₹ 30,000 more than petrol scooter, but due to subsidy and low running cost, this money is recovered in one and a half to two years. If you travel long distances (40-50 KM) and want to be free from old hassles, then moving to electric would be a wise decision.