BREAKING: E3 Trion Launched At Rs 99,999: FULL DETAILS HERE

Quick Highlights:

• The E3 Trion is claimed to be India's first AI-powered intelligent electric scooter with over 100 connected features

• Three variants are on offer: C1, C1x and C2

• Pre-bookings are now open in Bengaluru

E3 Electric.AI has entered the Indian electric two-wheeler market with the launch of the all-new E3 Trion. The Bengaluru-based startup claims the scooter is India's first AI-powered intelligent electric scooter, combining predictive intelligence, a modular platform and connected technology to enhance the riding and ownership experience.

How Much Does It Cost?

The E3 Trion C1 has been launched at an introductory price of Rs 99,999. The mid-spec C1x is priced at Rs 1,09,999, while the top-spec C2 costs Rs 1,19,999 (all prices are introductory, ex-showroom Bengaluru).

Pre-bookings for the E3 Trion have commenced in Bengaluru through the company's official website, with launches in other cities expected to follow.

Available Colours

The E3 Trion is available in six colour options:

• Solar Red

• Misty Green

• Graphite Grey

• Nova Blue

• Teal Blue

• Luna White

Numbers That Matter

E3 Trion C1

• Battery capacity: 2.3 kWh (removable)

• Peak power: 2.5 kW

• Motor torque: 120 Nm

• Claimed IDC (Indian Driving Cycle) range: 108km

• Claimed Top speed: 67 kmph

• Charging time (0-80%): 2 hours 30 minutes

• Ride modes: Eco, Power

• Standard charger: 500W/750W

E3 Trion C1x

• Battery capacity: 3 kWh (fixed)

• Peak power: 2.5 kW

• Motor torque: 120 Nm

• Claimed IDC range: 165 km

• Claimed Top speed: 67 kmph

• Charging time (0-80%): 3 hours 30 minutes

• Ride modes: Eco, Power

• Standard charger: 500W/750W

E3 Trion C2

• Battery capacity: 3 kWh (fixed)

• Peak power: 3.5 kW

• Motor torque: 145 Nm

• Claimed IDC range: 128 km

• Top speed: 82 kmph

• Charging time (0-80%): 3 hours 30 minutes

• Ride modes: Eco, Power, Sport

• Standard charger: 750W

Warranty

• Up to 8 years or 1 lakh kilometres

Battery And Performance

The E3 Trion C1 comes equipped with a removable 2.3 kWh LFP battery paired with a hub motor producing 2.5 kW of peak power and 120 Nm. It offers a claimed IDC range of 108 km, a top speed of 67 kmph and supports 0-80 percent charging in 2 hours and 30 minutes.

The C1x gets a larger fixed 3 kWh LFP battery while retaining the same motor. It delivers a claimed IDC range of 165 km, making it the longest-range variant in the lineup. Top speed remains unchanged at 67 kmph, while charging from 0-80 percent takes 3 hours and 30 minutes.

The range-topping C2 also uses the 3 kWh battery but gets a more powerful hub motor which makes 3.5 kW of peak power and 145 Nm. It has a claimed IDC range of 128 km, a higher claimed top speed of 82 kmph and adds a dedicated Sport mode for improved performance.

What You Should Know

• India's first AI-powered intelligent electric scooter, according to E3 Electric.AI

• More than 100 connected and AI-enabled features

• The E3 Trion has either removable or fixed battery configuration, depending on the variant you pick

• 14-inch wheels across the range

• Modular platform designed for future upgrades

• Extended warranty of up to 8 years or 1 lakh km

Features And Hardware

E3 Trion C1

• 5-inch LCD console

• Turn-by-turn navigation

• AI-powered connected features

• Eco and Power riding modes

• 52-litre combined storage (includes the underseat, glovebox and the floorboard space)

E3 Trion C1x & C2

• 5-inch LCD console

• Turn-by-turn navigation

• Smart Trip Planner with charger locator

• AI Healthscan 10-second diagnostics

• E3 Foresight predictive reports

• Live vehicle data

• Remote battery monitoring

• Dashcam support

• SOS assistance

• Geo-fencing

• Predictive service alerts

• AI charging insights

• Adaptive learning

• 52-litre combined storage (includes the underseat, glovebox and the floorboard space)

Underpinnings

The E3 Trion range supports both removable and fixed battery configurations. All variants ride on 14-inch tubeless wheels. Power comes from a hub motor, while the batteries use LFP (lithium ferrous phosphate) chemistry. The scooter also features dual-projector LED headlights, LED taillight and a detachable rear wheel rim which E3 Electric claims to simplify servicing.

BikeDekho Says

The E3 Trion enters the electric scooter space with a clear focus on technology rather than outright performance. Features such as AI-powered predictive diagnostics, smart trip planning and over 100 connected functions certainly make it stand out. The C1x offers the longest claimed range, while the C2 caters to riders looking for better performance. If E3 Electric.AI can deliver on its AI-driven ownership experience and real-world efficiency, the E3 Trion could carve out a niche for itself. That said, the scooter will go up against the likes of Vida VX2, TVS Orbiter, Bajaj Chetak C2501, Ather Rizta and the Ampere Nexus in India.