Ather Rizta electric scooter launched, starting at Rs 1,09,999 (ex-showroom Bengaluru including EMPS)

Boxy design, with apron-mounted headlight & a spacious seat

5 colours – Grey & White (single-tone), Blue, Green & Grey (dual-tone)

3 variants: Rizta S (2.9kWh), Rizta Z (2.9kWh) & Rizta Z (3.7kWh)

Rizta S (2.9kWh) – Rs 1,09,999 – Claimed IDC (Indian Driving Conditions) range 123km

Rizta Z (2.9kWh) – Priced at 1,24,999 – 123km claimed range

Top-end Rizta Z (3.7kWh) – 160km claimed range – Rs 1,44,999 (all prices ex-showroom Bengaluru with EPMS)

34-litre underseat storage + optional 22-litre ‘frunk’ = Combined 56 litres storage capacity!

Rizta S has a 7-inch ‘deep view’ LCD console (from Ather 450S) with turn-by-turn navigation

Rizta Z gets a 7-inch TFT console (from Ather 450X) with integrated Google Maps

‘Ather Skid Control’ feature provides traction & doesn’t let the scooter slide on slippery surfaces

The Rizta gets 2 riding modes: Smart Eco & Zip – Z variant also has Magic twist & regen braking

Remaining features set same as the Ather 450X including hill-hold assist, reverse mode, ESS (emergency stop signal) & fall safe

Ather also launched the Halo smart helmet range with inbuilt speakers & mic - starting at Rs 4,999

Ather Rizta rivals commuter-focused electric scooters like TVS iQube, Ola S1 Air, Vida V1 Pro & Bajaj Chetak

Ather Rizta rivals other commuter-focused electric scooters like TVS iQube, Ola S1 Air, Vida V1 Pro and Bajaj Chetak