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BGauss MAX C12 vs Okinawa iPraise+

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 9 Oct 2026.

BGauss MAX C12
Okinawa iPraise+

BGauss

MAX C12

From ₹1.05 Lakh

Full MAX C12 page Change

Okinawa

iPraise+

From ₹1.23 Lakh

Full iPraise+ page Change
BGauss MAX C12C12i EX · ₹1.05 Lakh
Okinawa iPraise+iPraise+ · ₹1.23 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price MAX C12: ₹1.05 Lakh (ahead) iPraise+: ₹1.23 Lakh MAX C12 ₹17,715 cheaper
Braking MAX C12: Not listed iPraise+: ABS
Range MAX C12: 85 km iPraise+: 137 km (ahead) Claimed
Power MAX C12: 2.4 kW iPraise+: 2.7 kW (ahead)
Versions MAX C12: 3 (ahead) iPraise+: 1

Pick the MAX C12 for the lower price and more versions.

Pick the iPraise+ for more range and more power.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹1.05 Lakh
₹1.23 Lakh
On-road in
₹1.09 Lakh
₹1.28 Lakh
EMI, 3 years, 20% down
₹2,909 a month
₹3,388 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain
Electric
Electric
Power
2.4 kW
2.7 kW
Torque
Not listed
Not listed
Gearbox
Automatic
Automatic
Range
85 km
137 km

Vehicle Details

Brand
BGauss
Okinawa
Model
MAX C12 (listed by BGauss as BG MAX C12)
iPraise+
Body Type
Electric Scooter
Electric Scooter
Ex-showroom Price
Rs 1,05,240 to Rs 1,29,990 after the PM E-Drive deduction
Rs 1,22,955 (city not stated by Okinawa)
Price Before PM E-Drive
Rs 1,09,990 / Rs 1,28,990 / Rs 1,34,990, including GST and charger
Not listed
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Platform
C12 Gen-2
Not listed
Riding Modes
Eco (45 kmph) and Sport (60 kmph)
Eco and Sports
Battery Warranty
3 years or 30,000 km, raised to 5 years or 75,000 km on selected versions
Not listed
Booking Amount
Rs 500
Rs 2,000, deducted from the scooter price
Connected App
Not listed
Okinawa Eco App (subscription Rs 1,000 plus GST a year)
Delivery Wait
Not listed
3 to 4 months, as quoted by Okinawa

Motor & Battery

Motor
Hub motor
Not listed
Motor and Controller Rating
IP67
Not listed
Battery Capacity
2.0 kWh (C12i EX) / 2.7 kWh (MAX C12i 2.0) / 2.7 kWh (MAX C12 3.0)
3.6 kWh lithium-ion, detachable
Usable Capacity
1.85 kWh (C12i EX) / 2.5 kWh (MAX C12i 2.0) / 2.5 kWh (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Cell Type
Lithium ion, LFP
Not listed
Battery Weight
20 kg (C12i EX) / 25 kg (MAX C12i 2.0) / 25 kg (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Battery Rating
IP67, CAN enabled, aluminium case, Chogori connector
Not listed
Battery Removal
Removable with tools
Not listed
Charger
10 A, CAN enabled, standard
Micro charger with auto cut-off
Charging Time (0 to 80%)
3 hrs to 3 hrs 15 min (C12i EX) / 4 hrs 30 min to 4 hrs 45 min (MAX C12i 2.0) / 4 hrs 30 min to 4 hrs 45 min (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Charging Time (0 to 100%)
4 hrs 40 min to 5 hrs (C12i EX) / 6 hrs 30 min to 6 hrs 45 min (MAX C12i 2.0) / 6 hrs 30 min to 6 hrs 45 min (MAX C12 3.0)
4 to 5 hrs
Auxiliary Battery
12 V 4 Ah VRLA, maintenance free
Not listed
Motor Type
Not listed
BLDC motor, IP65
System Voltage
Not listed
72 V
Battery Standard
Not listed
AIS 156 Phase 3 Step-1 compliant
Battery Warranty
Not listed
3 years
Motor Warranty
Not listed
3 years or 30,000 km

Performance

Top Speed
60 kmph (plus or minus 2)
56 kmph
0 to 40 kmph
7.7 s
Not listed
Eco Mode
45 kmph (plus or minus 2)
Not listed
Sport Mode
60 kmph (plus or minus 2)
Not listed
Gradeability
14 degrees (plus or minus 2) with one rider (75 kg), 10 degrees (plus or minus 2) with two riders (150 kg)
Not listed
Reverse Mode
MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Cruise Mode
MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Low Battery Mode
Limp home mode below 10% charge, capped at about 20 kmph
Not listed
Climbing Ability
Not listed
7 degrees
Controller
Not listed
E-ABS (electronic assisted braking) with regenerative energy
Load Capacity
Not listed
150 kg

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake
Drum, 130 mm
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum with CBS, 130 mm
Disc
Regenerative Braking
Yes
Not listed
Wheels
Steel
Not listed
Tyres
Tubeless
Not listed
Front Tyre
90/90 on a 12 inch rim
Not listed
Rear Tyre
90/100 on a 10 inch rim
Not listed
Braking System
Not listed
Dual disc with regenerative E-ABS
Wheel Type
Not listed
Alloy
Tyre Size (Front / Rear)
Not listed
90/90-12 tubeless

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension
Hydraulic telescopic
Hydraulic telescopic
Rear Suspension
Double hydraulic spring shock absorber, 4 step adjustable
Double shocker with dual tube technology
Chassis
Tubular, CED coated (BGauss quotes 800 hours of rust testing)
Not listed
Body Panels
Plastic (ABS and PP)
Not listed
Water Wading Limit
300 mm
Not listed
Standard Payload
150 kg
Not listed

Dimensions

Length
1,825 mm
Not listed
Width
706 mm
Not listed
Height
1,153 mm
Not listed
Wheelbase
1,292 mm
Not listed
Seat Height
765 mm
800 mm
Seat Length
774 mm
Not listed
Ground Clearance
155 mm
175 mm
Kerb Weight
107 kg (C12i EX) / 112 kg (MAX C12i 2.0) / 112 kg (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Length x Width x Height
Not listed
1,970 x 745 x 1,165 mm

Instrument Cluster

Display
CAN enabled digital console, IP65 (C12i EX) / CAN enabled digital console, IP65 (MAX C12i 2.0) / 5 inch (12.7 cm) TFT, IP67 (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Turn by Turn Navigation
MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Call Notifications
MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Display Themes
2 (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Night Mode
Auto adjusting (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Auto Brightness
Yes (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
User Profiles
2 (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Document Storage
2 documents per profile (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Ride and Charge Statistics
Yes (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
Distance to Empty
Yes (MAX C12 3.0)
Not listed
App Features
Service coupon, user manual and tutorial in the BGauss app on every version
Geo-fencing, immobilisation, trips, secure parking, tracking and monitoring, maintenance and insurance reminders, battery info, speed alerts, driver score
Speedometer
Not listed
Digital
Mobile App Connectivity
Not listed
Yes (Okinawa Eco App, optional subscription)
GPS
Not listed
Yes

Safety & Convenience

Combined Braking System
Yes, on all versions
Not listed
Roll Over Detection
MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Side Stand Motor Cut-off
Yes
Not listed
Motor Function While Braking
Yes
Not listed
Vehicle Health Check
MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Firmware Updates
Over the air, MAX C12 3.0 only
Not listed
Service Reminder
Yes
Not listed
SOS and DigiLocker Connect
Yes
Not listed
USB Charging Port
Yes
Yes, for mobiles
Stands
Side stand with sensor and a one push main stand
Not listed
Communication Protocol
CAN 2.0
Not listed
Central Locking
Not listed
Yes, with anti-theft alarm
Keyless Entry
Not listed
Yes
Find My Scooter
Not listed
Yes
Motor Walking Assistance
Not listed
Front and reverse motion
Side Stand Sensor
Not listed
Yes, the scooter will not start with the stand down
Roadside Assistance
Not listed
Optional
ARAI Approved
Not listed
Yes
Brake Levers
Not listed
CNC machined with lever adjustment

Lights

Headlamp
LED
Not listed
Tail Lamp
LED
Not listed
Indicators
LED
Not listed
Daytime Running Lamp
LED
Not listed
Headlight
Not listed
LED with DRL
Tail Light
Not listed
Unique design with LED rear winkers

Seat & Storage

Seat Length
774 mm
Not listed
Under-seat Storage
23 L, fits a full-size helmet
Not listed
Underfoot Storage
Lockable, holds the charger
Not listed
Front Storage
Yes, with a USB port inside
Not listed
Luggage Hook
Front hook
Not listed
Seat Height
Not listed
800 mm
Floor Mat
Not listed
Body coloured
Boot Space
Not listed
Not published by Okinawa

Choice

Versions
3 versions
1 version
Price range
₹1.05 Lakh – ₹1.3 Lakh
₹1.23 Lakh
Colours
10 colours
6 colours

Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.

Same engine and gearbox, closest price

Pick a pair to compare those two versions

Electric

C12i EX₹1.05 Lakh iPraise+₹1.23 Lakh iPraise+ ₹17,715 more

On-road price by city

MAX C12 C12i EX against iPraise+ iPraise+

CityMAX C12iPraise+Gap
Mumbai₹1.09 Lakh₹1.28 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less
Pune₹1.09 Lakh₹1.28 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less
New Delhi₹1.09 Lakh₹1.28 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less
Bengaluru₹1.09 Lakh₹1.28 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less
Chennai₹1.09 Lakh₹1.28 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less
Hyderabad₹1.09 Lakh₹1.28 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less
Ahmedabad₹1.16 Lakh₹1.35 LakhMAX C12 ₹19,079 less
Kolkata₹1.16 Lakh₹1.34 LakhMAX C12 ₹18,016 less

Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the MAX C12 or the iPraise+?

The MAX C12, by ₹17,715 on the versions compared here: MAX C12 C12i EX at ₹1.05 Lakh against iPraise+ iPraise+ at ₹1.23 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹1.09 Lakh against ₹1.28 Lakh.

Which has more range?

The iPraise+ claims 137 km against 85 km on the versions compared here. These are official test figures, not road measurements.

Which is more powerful?

The MAX C12 C12i EX makes 2.4 kW and the iPraise+ iPraise+ makes 2.7 kW.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹2,909 a month for the MAX C12 and ₹3,388 for the iPraise+, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over 3 years at 12%.

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