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Ather Energy

Ather Rizta

Scooter · EV

123 km
Range · IDC

Variant

4 variants
Ex-showroom · Rizta S 2.9 kWh ₹1.28 Lakh
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The Spec'd take

Why it stands out

  • Genuinely designed as a family scooter with real practicality features the sportier 450 range doesnt prioritize
  • Real choice across S and Z trims, each with 2 battery sizes

Worth knowing

  • 80 kmph top speed is genuinely modest versus the performance-focused 450X and Apex
  • Real-world range in Indian conditions will fall meaningfully short of the claimed IDC figures

Rider safety

Combined braking (CBS)Traction controlRiding modesCruise control
Front disc200 mm
Rear brake130 mm

Rider fit

Seat height780 mm
Kerb weight125 kg
Wheelbase1,285 mm
Battery3.5 kWh

Price

Rizta S 2.9 kWh
₹1.28 Lakh
Ex-showroom
On-road, Mumbai₹1.33 Lakh
EMI, 20% down, 5 years₹2,151 / month

Loan at 9.5% a year. Insurance in the on-road figure is an estimate.

Cockpit & tech

Ather Rizta, interior
  • Display7-inch TFT Capacitive Touchscreen (Rizta Z)
  • ConnectivityFull Music / Call & WhatsApp alerts on Rizta Z
  • NavigationFull On-Board Google Maps (Rizta Z) / Turn-by-Turn
  • HeadlightFull LED Horizontal Lightbar Headlamp

Dimensions

1,285 mm1,850 mm1,140 mm
Length1,850 mm
Width750 mm
Height1,140 mm
Wheelbase1,285 mm
Kerb weight125 kg (3.5 kWh)

Photos

9 photosExterior, Interior, Lifestyle, 9 colours

The Spec'd real-world audit

Highway Mileage / Range
Claimed: 123 km IDC (2.9 kWh) / 161 km IDC (3.5 kWh)
Safety
Combined braking (CBS)

Vehicle Details

Variant Rizta S and Rizta Z, each with a 2.9 kWh or 3.5 kWh battery

Motor & Battery

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM, IP66, Belt Drive)
Peak Power 4.3 kW (5.77 bhp / 5.85 PS)
Peak Torque 22 Nm
Battery Capacity (kWh) 3.5 kWh / 2.9 kWh installed (IP67, High-Pressure Die-Cast Aluminium)
Claimed Range (km) 3.5 kWh: 161 km IDC | 2.9 kWh: 123 km IDC (TrueRange 105 km)
Charging Time Home 0-80%: 4h 30m (3.5 kWh Duo) / 6h 30m (2.9 kWh) | Fast Charge: 15 km in 10 min

Performance

Top Speed 80 km/h (0-40 km/h in 4.7s, 15° gradeability)

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake Type & Diameter Hydraulically Actuated Disc, 200 mm
Rear Brake Type & Diameter Drum Brake, 130 mm
ABS/CBS Type Combined Braking System (CBS) with Electronic Regen
Wheel Type 12-inch Alloy Wheels
Front Tyre Size 90/90-12 Tubeless
Rear Tyre Size 100/80-12 Tubeless (or 90/90-12)

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension 30 mm Telescopic Hydraulic Forks
Rear Suspension Monoshock with Progressive Linkage
Frame Type High-Strength Tubular Steel Underbone Chassis
Wheelbase (mm) 1285 mm
Ground Clearance (mm) 165 mm

Dimensions

Length (mm) 1850 mm
Width (mm) 750 mm
Height (mm) 1140 mm
Seat Height (mm) 780 mm (900 mm length)
Kerb Weight (kg) 125 kg (3.5 kWh) / 119 kg (2.9 kWh)

Instrument Cluster

Display Type 7-inch TFT Capacitive Touchscreen (Rizta Z) / 7-inch DeepView LCD (Rizta S)
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes (Full Music / Call & WhatsApp alerts on Rizta Z)
Navigation Full On-Board Google Maps (Rizta Z) / Turn-by-Turn (Rizta S)
USB Charging Optional Multi-Purpose Charger (18W)

Safety & Convenience

Riding Modes 2 Modes (SmartEco, Zip)
Traction Control SkidControl (Standard Traction Control on Rizta Z, Pro Pack on S)
Cruise Control AutoHold (Hill Hold Assist) & Coasting Regen
Reverse Assist Yes (Reverse Mode)
Regenerative Braking MagicTwist (Throttle counter-twist brake-to-stop) + Coasting Regen

Lights

Headlight Full LED Horizontal Lightbar Headlamp
Taillight Full LED Integrated Lightbar Taillamp
Turn Indicators LED with Auto-Cancelling & Emergency Stop Signal (ESS)

Seat & Storage

Seat Type Extra-large 900 mm family bench seat with Pillion Backrest (Rizta Z)
Under-Seat Storage / Boot Space (L) 34L under-seat (+ optional 22L Frunk = 56L total)

Source Notes / Discrepancies

Source Notes / Discrepancies Dedicated family electric scooter platform. Features 34L underseat storage + 22L optional Frunk (56L total), 900 mm long seat with backrest, SkidControl, and MagicTwist. Available in S (DeepView LCD) and Z (TFT Touchscreen with Google Maps) trims. Sources: Ather Energy, BikeWale, BikeDekho, ZigWheels.

Every variant

4 variants, pick one to see its figures
VariantGearbox and driveEx-showroom
Best valueAutomatic · FWD₹1.28 Lakh
Automatic · FWD₹1.51 Lakh
Automatic · FWD₹1.44 Lakh
Automatic · FWD₹1.64 Lakh

On-road price

Ex-showroom price plus RTO road tax and insurance for your city.

Estimate only. Actual RTO tax, insurance and accessory costs vary by dealer and change with government notifications, so always confirm the final on-road price with your dealer.

Or see the full breakdown for a specific city:

Mumbai, Maharashtra Pune, Maharashtra New Delhi Bengaluru, Karnataka Chennai, Tamil Nadu Hyderabad, Telangana

Daily running cost

5-year cost to own

Purchase price plus 5 years of fuel and maintenance, minus estimated resale value.

Ather Rizta: quick answers

Ather Rizta price in India starts at ₹1.28 Lakh ex-showroom, about ₹1.33 Lakh on-road in Mumbai. Our pick for value is the Rizta S 2.9 kWh.

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What is the on-road price of the Ather Rizta?

For the Rizta S 2.9 kWh, the cheapest version, it starts at about ₹1.33 Lakh in Mumbai, with road tax and insurance included. Elsewhere: Pune ₹1.33 Lakh, New Delhi ₹1.33 Lakh, Bengaluru ₹1.33 Lakh, Chennai ₹1.33 Lakh, Hyderabad ₹1.33 Lakh.

Which Ather Rizta version is the best value?

Our pick is the Rizta S 2.9 kWh, at ₹1.28 Lakh ex-showroom.

What is the range of the Ather Rizta?

Between 123 km and 161 km on a full charge, depending on the version. These are IDC figures; real-world range is usually lower. See the range of every version

What brakes does the Ather Rizta use?

Combined braking (CBS), according to its spec sheet.

What are the Ather Rizta's main rivals?

The Simple Wave, TVS iQube and BGauss C12 MaxR. See it side by side with the Simple Wave.

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