Ampere Nexus vs Ather Rizta

Last Updated: September 5, 2026

Ather Rizta price starts at Rs. 1.18 Lakh, which is Rs. 11,712 cheaper than the base variant of Ampere Nexus, priced at Rs. 1.30 Lakh. In terms of range, the Nexus offers a claimed 136 km/charge, while the Rizta delivers 123 km/charge. On the performance front, the Nexus uses a 3 Kwh battery and the Rizta a 2.9 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Nexus and Rizta, the Nexus is the better pick for range and charging time, while the Rizta stands out for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Nexus vs Rizta Comparison Summary

Specification Ampere NexusAther Rizta
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.30 LakhRs. 1.18 Lakh
Range 136 km/charge123 km/charge
Battery capacity 3 Kwh2.9 Kwh
Charging time 4 Hr5.45 Hr
Kerb weight 126.4 Kg125 Kg

Nexus vs Rizta Key Highlights

Basic Info Ampere Nexus EX+Ather Rizta S (IDC 123 Km) Mono
Rating
11 reviews
42 reviews
Brand Name Ampere Ather
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.18 Lakh Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
Ampere Nexus Colors
Ather Energy Rizta Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch Front :-304 mm,Rear :-304 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 136 km/charge 123 km/charge
Charging Time 4 Hr 5.45 Hr
Starting Push Button Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 5,550 Nexus Insurance Rs. 6,826 Rizta Insurance
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Claimed Top Speed
93 km/Hr
80 km/Hr
Wheel Torque
202 Nm
Not Available
Motor Torque
45 Nm
22 Nm
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
IP67
Dedicated Charger Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
3 Years
No. Of Batteries
1
1
Drive Type
Mid Mount
Belt Drive
Battery Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Not Available
Combi Brake System

0-40 Kmph (sec)
4.5s
4.7s
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
4.5s
4.7s
Scooter Speed
high
high
Claimed Real-world Range
90+ km/charge
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Dual Shock
Monoshock

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/90-12
Front :-: 90/90-12, Rear :-100/80-12
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch
Front :-304 mm,Rear :-304 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
765 mm
780 mm
Load carrying capacity
200 kg
Not Available
Seat Length
712 mm
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1900*721*1152 mm3
1850*750*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1319 mm
1285 mm
Length
1900 mm
1850 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
150 mm
Height
1152 mm
1140 mm
Width
721 mm
750 mm
Kerb Weight
126.4 Kg
125 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
130 mm

Battery Type
LFP
Li-ion
Motor Type
PMSM Mid
PMSM
Motor Power
5 kW
4.3 kW
Claimed range
136 km/charge
123 km/charge
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Not Available
Yes
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours
5 Hours 45 Minutes
Range
136 km/charge
123 km/charge
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Yes
Battery Capacity
3 Kwh
2.9 Kwh
Charging Time
4 Hr
5.45 Hr
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours 10 Minutes
6 Hrs 30 Min
Seat Opening Switch
Not Available
Yes
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double Cradle tubular frame
Not Available
Digital Display Type
PMVA
DeepView
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,City,Power,Reverse
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
OTA Updates
Not Available
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Battery Management System, Guide me home lights, Tow alert, Firmware Over-The-Air, Remote Vehicle Diagnostics, Trip Report, Battery Calibration Reminder, Charging History, Ride Stats, Battery Health Score
Riding Modes - Default | Eco | SmartEco, Side Stand Motor Cut-Off, 400 mm Water Wading Limit, Auto Hold, Auto Indicator Cut-Off, Guide-Me-Home Lights, FallSafe, Emergency Stop Signal (Dashboard - 8GB Storage, 1 GB RAM, 4G LTE, GNSS with AGPS), (Ather Connect - Tow Notifications, Find My Scooter, Ride Stories, Push Navigation, Alexa Skills)
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Yes
Telematics
Yes
Yes
Battery Percentage
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console IP Rating
IP67
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Operating System
Not Available
Real Time OS
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Not Available
Cortex Series
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Charging Station Locator
Not Available
Yes
Gradeability
16°
15°
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
22 L
34 L
Geo Fencing
Yes
Not Available
Charger Output
750 W
350 W
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
30000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ampere Nexus
  • Good-looking design with boxy and sharp design lines
  • Overall build quality is of a premium standard
  • Good performance for a family scooter
  • Very nimble handling characteristics
  • Ample seating space for two adults
  • The differentiation between the two variants is very simple
Ather Rizta
  • 34-litres of underseat storage can easily hold a 15-inch laptop bag
  • Massive seat has enough space for even the largest riders and pillions
  • Gets lots of cool features such as Google Maps navigation
  • WhatsApp alerts
  • Skid Control and much more
Ampere Nexus
  • Throttle feels jerky in stop and go traffic
  • Bumps and potholes can be felt due to the stiff rear suspension
  • Features is not that extensive compared to its rivals
Ather Rizta
  • Smart Eco mode feels a bit underpowered and struggles on inclines
  • Design can seem a bit boring to younger buyers
  • Ride quality could have been more plush

Is Ampere Nexus Better Than Ather Rizta?

54% users have chosen Ampere Nexus over Ather Rizta in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 79 users have also rated Ampere Nexus and Ather Rizta on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Ampere Nexus is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Ather Rizta is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Rizta Nexus
Mileage 3.4 4.2
Performance 3.4 4.2
Comfort 4.4 4.8
Maintenance 3.1 4.1
Features 4.4 3.9
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Which bike is best between Ampere Nexus vs Ather Energy Rizta?
As per the users experiences Ampere Nexus is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Ather Rizta is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
Which bike is cheaper Ampere Nexus vs Ather Energy Rizta?
The Ather Rizta is cheaper than Ampere Nexus by ₹11,712.
Which bike offers better performance Ampere Nexus vs Ather Energy Rizta?
As per the users experiences the Ampere Nexus has better performance.

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