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E3 Trion electric scooter deliveries begin in India
E3 Electric.Ai has started delivering the Trion electric scooter in batches from its Hyderabad plant, beginning with its first 100 founding customers. The scooter, launched in August at Rs 99,999 to Rs 1.20 lakh (ex-showroom), is being rolled out in planned phases across all three variants.
The base C1 variant costs Rs 99,999 and has a 2.3 kWh removable LFP battery with a claimed 108 km range. The C1x is priced at Rs 1.10 lakh with a fixed 3 kWh battery and a claimed 165 km range, while the top-end C2 costs Rs 1.20 lakh with a fixed 3 kWh battery, 128 km claimed range, and an 82 km/h top speed. Only the C1's battery is removable.
The first 100 owners receive an extended 8-year or 1 lakh km warranty and one year of roadside assistance, valued by the company at Rs 6,500 for the C1 and Rs 8,500 for the C1x and C2. The company says the scooter completed over 550 validation tests, though no independent range test has been published.
Indian Opinion Analysis
The phased delivery means most buyers face an uncertain wait, with priority given to the first 100 founding customers who get the extended warranty. The key differentiators among variants are battery removability and range, not just price. Only the C1 can be charged at home without a dedicated parking point, which affects urban buyers without garage access. The company's own test figures, IDC range and in-house validation, are the only data available, so real-world performance remains unverified. Buyers should confirm delivery timelines, whether introductory pricing still applies, and standard warranty terms before booking.
Source: timesnownews.com
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