TVS iQube

The iQube was TVS’ first electric scooter for the Indian market. It comes loaded with features and hardware which makes it the perfect electric scooter for modern families. In my opinion the best thing about the TVS iQube is its ability to look like a good looking conventional scooter and providing the features, practicality and battery range of a modern day electric scooter.

In my opinion, the iQube has got the looks that will appeal to a more mature audience than youngsters. But it still looks good despite its purpose-built stance. It gets well-designed panels along with some design touches which make it look quite interesting. The LED DRL and apron mounted headlight gives it an appealing look. TVS has given the iQube some soothing colour options which complement the overall look of the scooter quite well.

• The TVS iQube is loaded with features.  It gets a 7-inch instrument cluster which can be controlled using the joystick on the handlebar. This cluster shows all the crucial information like speed, date and time, trip information, range, charging information, side stand indicator and TPMS. It also gets smartphone connectivity via Bluetooth, which enables turn-by-turn navigation and SMS/call alerts along with music control. I found these features to be quite helpful in daily  usage and even the layout is quite rider-friendly.

• The iQube also gets all-LED lights and one of its main features is regenerative braking, which helps in increasing the overall range minutely.

• There are 2 riding modes on the TVS iQube, Eco and Power.

The console features Bluetooth connectivity for smartphones and allows the rider to control music, displays incoming call alerts, turn-by-turn navigation (via TVS SmartXonnect App) and also provides document storage.

Aside from this, the iQube gets a Park Assist system with a reverse mode and an underseat USB charger for your mobile phone. The iQube’s built-in eSIM connectivity also enables features such as geofencing, anti-theft alert, and live vehicle location.

Rider comfort

• I felt the TVS iQube is quite a comfortable scooter, even with my 5.9-foot frame. The seat height on the TVS iQube is a low 770mm which makes it comfortable for riders of all sizes. Riding in the city doesn’t feel uncomfortable even during extended commutes because of the seat. 

Pillion comfort 

• The TVS iQube comes with a perfectly-sized rider and pillion seat which is quite nicely padded. This seat makes riding the iQube quite comfortable with a pillion.

The TVS iQube is available in 2 battery pack options: 2.2kWh and 3.4kWh. It uses a Li-ion battery pack which is IP67 rated which ensures water and dust resistance. The pack uses a strong aluminium battery cage to make it safer to carry. The motor on the iQube is capable of producing 4.4kW and 140Nm. TVS claims a 0 to 40kmph time of 4.2 seconds for the iQube along with a top speed of 78kmph. The TVS iQube gets two riding modes: Eco and Power. I found myself using the Power mode more, as the acceleration feels somewhat slow in Eco mode. But given the fact that it's more oriented towards increasing the range, it’s ok. 

City Performance

• Out in the city, the TVS iQube feels quite nice to ride. It offers enough performance to easily tackle the urban jungle. In my opinion the acceleration on the iQube is not typically ballistic but it still manages to feel decently quick for a 118kg electric scooter. Riding in the city is an effortless task as the motor offers enough grunt. Overall, the iQube is a fun scooter. 

Highway Performance

• iQube is quite comfortable out on a highway, despite being a scooter. Its 78kmph top speed may not be much, but you can ride along in the left-most lane on the highway without too much hassle. 

Range

• The 2.2kWh battery pack variant of the TVS iQube comes with a claimed range of 75km while the bigger 3.4kWh battery pack version comes with a claimed range of 100km. Of course, these are claimed “real world” ranges by TVS, with the IDC certified ranges being higher. With a little bit of careful riding, mostly in Eco mode, I was able to get more than that during my daily commutes. Using the 950W fast charger, the iQube ST can be charged from 0 to 80% in 3 hours. 

• The TVS iQube handles quite well, and is easy. It comes equipped with 12-inch wheels on both ends which along with the well tuned suspension setup, Though it is not as sporty as the Ntorq it still manages to tackle corners easily.

• I found the brakes to be more than enough for the kind of performance the iQube offers. It gets a front disc and rear drum brake setup. 

Suspension and ride quality

• In my daily riding, I found that the TVS iQube tackles bad Indian roads perfectly since its suspension is well-tuned. It gets a telescopic fork and a rear monoshock with preload adjustability.

• The TVS iQube works really well as a daily scooter. It looks decent, gets all the modern tech along with a decent range. All these things make the TVS iQube a perfect family scooter. Even the power delivery is quite friendly despite being an EV, which will make it quite easy for anyone in the family to use. During my testing, I found the iQube to be decently fun and extremely practical which makes it almost perfect as a family scooter in my opinion. The 75km range of the standard 2.2kWh variant and 100km range of the 3.4kWh S and ST variant, should be pretty decent for an average Indian consumer.