BGauss OoWah

The OoWah is remarkably light and easy to ride, which makes it genuinely approachable for first-time riders, senior citizens and city commuters. The 2.4 kW PMSM hub motor gives 60 km/h top speed and 0-40 km/h in 8 seconds, and the claimed 105 km (Ex) to 145 km (Max) ARAI range covers most daily city usage. Owners I followed up with specifically praised the smooth ride, comfortable suspension and how nimble the scooter feels in traffic.

For the price — ₹94,990 for the Ex and ₹1,22,990 for the Max — the OoWah packs strong value: a removable swappable battery, LED lighting, digital console with distance-to-empty, USB charging port, regenerative braking, reverse assist and a spacious footboard with a carry hook. It also handles a 300 mm water wading limit and 14° gradeability. The downsides most owners noted are the slower 0-80% charge time on the standard 500W charger (about 4 hours) and drum brakes with CBS rather than ABS.

From an ownership perspective, the OoWah comes with a 3-year or 30,000 km battery warranty (Ex) and 3-year or 36,000 km vehicle warranty, and the removable battery simplifies home charging. However, some early owners have reported inconsistent showroom experiences, slow service turnaround in a few cities, and a few comments about on-road price extras at dealerships. It is a sound budget EV pick, but buyers should verify dealer-level service quality and final on-road pricing in their city before purchase.