autoX Awards 2024: Earlier this year, Ampere launched its most premium model to date, the Nexus electric scooter, available in two variants – the base EX, priced at ₹1.10 lakh, and the higher-spec ST variant, which we tested, at ₹1.20 lakh (ex-showroom). In terms of design, the Nexus has a somewhat boxy look, particularly around the apron. However, Ampere has added DRL elements to the headlight and taillight, giving it a decent aesthetic touch. The scooter is offered in four colour options, each featuring a contrasting black stripe down the centre. The seat is spacious enough for two people, and while the under-seat storage is practical, it isn’t the largest in its class.
Powered by a 5.3bhp motor, the Nexus can reach a claimed top speed of 93km/h, which is decent enough. It accelerates well and is a breeze to ride in the city. In fact, it managed to outperform the Ather Rizta by six seconds and nearly matched the TVS Jupiter. The scooter feels lightweight and easy to manoeuvre, though at higher speeds, it becomes apparent that it could benefit from better tyres. Being electric, the Nexus is smooth and silent. Equipped with a 3kWh battery pack, it provides a certified range of 136km per charge, in line with other scooters in its segment.
The Nexus features a 7-inch TFT instrument cluster, which now has become the norm in the segment. While it’s a full-colour display, it lacks touch functionality. The information layout could be clearer, and visibility in direct sunlight is somewhat poor. Additionally, the build quality falls a bit short compared to its competitors. For its price, the Nexus is offered with a decent set of features and capabilities. However, it doesn’t offer anything uniquely compelling; it’s a good enough product in itself, but it doesn’t distinguish itself in a segment where more established brands already have similar offerings. In short, it does what others already do.
- Ampere Nexus ST (Lap Time: 1.40.3)
| PARAMETERS | POINTS | SCORE |
|---|---|---|
| QUALITY | 10 | 5 |
| COMFORT & PRACTICALITY | 10 | 7.5 |
| REFINEMENT | 10 | 7 |
| DESIGN | 10 | 5 |
| DRIVETRAIN | 10 | 7 |
| RIDE & HANDLING | 10 | 6 |
| X FACTOR | 15 | 5 |
| LAP TIME | 05 | 0 |
| VALUE FOR MONEY | 20 | 10 |
| TOTAL | 100 | 52.5 |
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