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BGauss MAX C12 vs TVS Orbiter

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 8 Oct 2026.

BGauss MAX C12
TVS Orbiter

BGauss

MAX C12

From ₹1.05 Lakh

Full MAX C12 page Change

TVS Motor

Orbiter

From ₹1.01 Lakh

Full Orbiter page Change
BGauss MAX C12C12i EX · ₹1.05 Lakh
TVS OrbiterOrbiter V1 · ₹1.01 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price MAX C12: ₹1.05 Lakh Orbiter: ₹1.01 Lakh (ahead) Orbiter ₹4,590 cheaper
Braking MAX C12: Not listed Orbiter: Combined braking (CBS)
Range MAX C12: 85 km Orbiter: 92 km (ahead) Claimed
Power MAX C12: 2.4 kW Orbiter: Not published
Weight MAX C12: 107 kg Orbiter: 101 kg Seat height 765 vs 760 mm
Versions MAX C12: 3 (ahead) Orbiter: 2

Pick the MAX C12 for more versions.

Pick the Orbiter for the lower price and more range.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹1.05 Lakh
₹1.01 Lakh
On-road in
₹1.09 Lakh
₹1.05 Lakh
EMI, 3 years, 20% down
₹2,909 a month
₹2,785 a month

Headline figures

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

Vehicle Details

Brand
BGauss
Not listed
Model
MAX C12 (listed by BGauss as BG MAX C12)
Not listed
Body Type
Electric Scooter
Not listed
Ex-showroom Price
Rs 1,05,240 to Rs 1,29,990 after the PM E-Drive deduction
Not listed
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
Not listed
Platform
C12 Gen-2
Not listed
Riding Modes
Eco (45 kmph) and Sport (60 kmph)
Not listed
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
Not listed
Battery Rental Option
Not listed
The V1 is also sold with its battery on rent (Battery-as-a-Service) from Rs 49,999 ex-showroom Delhi, plus a monthly battery subscription from Rs 862. That price does not include the battery, so it is not listed as a separate version.

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)
Not listed
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
650W portable charger
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)
Not listed
Auxiliary Battery
12 V 4 Ah VRLA, maintenance free
Not listed
Motor Type
Not listed
BLDC hub motor
Battery Type
Not listed
Lithium-ion, IP67 rated, 1.8 kWh (V1) or 3.1 kWh (V2)
Charging Time (0-80%)
Not listed
2.2 hours (V1), 4.1 hours (V2)

Performance

Top Speed
60 kmph (plus or minus 2)
68 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
0-40 kmph
Not listed
6.3-6.8 seconds

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake
Drum, 130 mm
Not listed
Rear Brake
Drum with CBS, 130 mm
Not listed
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
Front Brake Type & Diameter
Not listed
Drum
Rear Brake Type & Diameter
Not listed
Drum
Braking System
Not listed
CBS
Wheel Type
Not listed
Alloy, 14-inch front / 12-inch rear
Front Tyre Size
Not listed
90/80 R14
Rear Tyre Size
Not listed
90/90 R12

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension
Hydraulic telescopic
Telescopic fork
Rear Suspension
Double hydraulic spring shock absorber, 4 step adjustable
Dual shock absorber
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
Frame Type
Not listed
Steel tube
Ground Clearance
Not listed
165 mm

Dimensions

Length
1,825 mm
1,855 mm
Width
706 mm
728 mm
Height
1,153 mm
1,284 mm
Wheelbase
1,292 mm
Not listed
Seat Height
765 mm
760 mm
Seat Length
774 mm
Not listed
Ground Clearance
155 mm
Not listed
Kerb Weight
107 kg (C12i EX) / 112 kg (MAX C12i 2.0) / 112 kg (MAX C12 3.0)
101 kg (V1), 112-113 kg (V2)
Carrying Capacity
Not listed
150 kg

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
Not listed
Display Type
Not listed
Digital colour LCD
Connected Features
Not listed
Bluetooth, turn-by-turn navigation, battery status, live charging status, geo-fencing, OTA updates

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
Not listed
Stands
Side stand with sensor and a one push main stand
Not listed
Communication Protocol
CAN 2.0
Not listed
Riding Modes
Not listed
Eco and City
Regenerative Braking
Not listed
Yes
Cruise Control
Not listed
Available
Hill Assist
Not listed
Yes
Anti-Theft System
Not listed
Yes

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
Taillight
Not listed
LED
Turn Indicators
Not listed
LED

Seat & Storage

Seat Length
774 mm
Not listed
Under-seat Storage
23 L, fits a full-size helmet
34 litres
Underfoot Storage
Lockable, holds the charger
Not listed
Front Storage
Yes, with a USB port inside
Not listed
Luggage Hook
Front hook
Not listed

Choice

Versions
3 versions
2 versions
Price range
₹1.05 Lakh – ₹1.3 Lakh
₹1.01 Lakh – ₹1.19 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 Orbiter V1₹1.01 Lakh Orbiter ₹4,590 less

On-road price by city

MAX C12 C12i EX against Orbiter Orbiter V1

CityMAX C12OrbiterGap
Mumbai₹1.09 Lakh₹1.05 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 less
Pune₹1.09 Lakh₹1.05 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 less
New Delhi₹1.09 Lakh₹1.05 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 less
Bengaluru₹1.09 Lakh₹1.05 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 less
Chennai₹1.09 Lakh₹1.05 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 less
Hyderabad₹1.09 Lakh₹1.05 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 less
Ahmedabad₹1.16 Lakh₹1.11 LakhOrbiter ₹4,943 less
Kolkata₹1.16 Lakh₹1.11 LakhOrbiter ₹4,668 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 Orbiter?

The Orbiter, by ₹4,590 on the versions compared here: MAX C12 C12i EX at ₹1.05 Lakh against Orbiter Orbiter V1 at ₹1.01 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹1.09 Lakh against ₹1.05 Lakh.

Which has more range?

The Orbiter claims 92 km against 85 km on the versions compared here. These are official test figures, not road measurements.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹2,909 a month for the MAX C12 and ₹2,785 for the Orbiter, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over 3 years at 12%.

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