Ampere Primus

The Ampere Primus is a premium electric scooter from Greaves Cotton's Ampere brand, positioned for daily city commuting with a strong claimed range. Priced at ₹1.06 lakh (ex-showroom), it pairs a 2.2 kW motor with a 3.0 kWh battery for a claimed range of 136 km and a 65 km/h top speed. It is aimed at buyers who want more range and a more comfortable ride than entry-level e-scooters, without moving up to a motorcycle.

Range and charging

Range: Ampere claims 136 km on a single charge from the Primus's 3.0 kWh battery, which is among the stronger figures in its segment. Real-world range will be lower than the claim — expect a practical daily range in the tens of kilometres depending on rider weight, terrain and traffic, but the 136 km figure is a comfortable buffer for most city commutes.

Charging: A full charge of the Primus takes about 240 minutes — roughly 4 hours — from a standard household socket. There is no fast-charging feature, so the scooter is best topped up overnight or while at work, ready for the next day's ride.

Performance and ride

The 2.2 kW motor gives the Primus a 65 km/h top speed, which is genuinely useful for city roads and short stretches of faster traffic. It is tuned for a calm, stable ride rather than aggressive acceleration, making it well-suited to daily commutes and school runs. The Primus is built around ease of use — hop on, ride, charge at home.

Features and practicality

The Primus is available in four colours — Himalayan White, Havelock Blue, Buck Black and Royal Orange — so there is a shade for most tastes. As a single, well-specified variant at ₹1.06 lakh, it keeps the buying decision simple with no confusing trim ladder. Running costs are very low, with a full charge costing only a few rupees at domestic electricity tariffs.

Who should buy it

The Ampere Primus is for daily commuters who want real range and a comfortable electric scooter at a sensible price. It suits riders covering meaningful city distances each day who want to avoid fuel costs. If your needs are shorter, a smaller, cheaper scooter may do — but for a well-rounded commuter with a 136 km claimed range, the Primus is a strong pick in the sub-₹1.1 lakh bracket.