Ather 450X Gen 3 vs Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 wins on both range and value — the clear pick.
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather
450X Gen 3
₹1.45 L
Range: 110 km
Battery: 3.7 kWh
Top: 90 km/h
Charge: 270 min
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola
S1 Pro Gen 3
₹1.55 L
Range: 140 km
Battery: 4 kWh
Top: 120 km/h
Charge: 240 min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Ather 450X Gen 3 | Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹1.45 L | ₹1.55 L |
| Battery | 3.7 kWh | 4 kWh |
| Real-world range | 110 km | 140 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 161 km | 195 km |
| Top speed | 90 km/h | 120 km/h |
| Motor power | 6.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Motor torque | 26 Nm | 58 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 270 min | 240 min |
| AC charging | 6 hr | 5 hr |
| Drivetrain | Belt | Hub |
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Boot space | 22 L | 34 L |
| Ground clearance | 161 mm | 165 mm |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
Ather 450X Gen 3
- • 450X 2.9kWh
- • 450X 3.7kWh
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
- • S1 Pro 3kWh
- • S1 Pro 4kWh
Key Features
Ather 450X Gen 3
- ✓ AtherStack 6
- ✓ Google Maps
- ✓ OTA updates
- ✓ Fast Charging Grid
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
- ✓ Hyper mode
- ✓ Reverse mode
- ✓ MoveOS 5
- ✓ 7" touchscreen
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 squeezes ~35.0 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 balances 140 km of range with 120 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 combines 2-seat capacity, 34L boot, and 0★ safety.
Tight budget
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather 450X Gen 3 at ₹1.45 L is the most wallet-friendly choice.
Long-term ownership
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather 450X Gen 3 ships with a 3-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
Ather 450X Gen 3
Pros
- + Best ride quality
- + Premium build
- + Strong charging network
Cons
- − Lower top speed
- − Higher per-km cost
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Pros
- + Top speed in class
- + Long range
- + Feature-loaded
Cons
- − Service quality issues
- − Build quality complaints
Final Verdict
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 wins on both range and value — the clear pick.
- Better real-world range: Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 delivers ~140 km vs 110 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 costs ~₹1,107 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 hits 10→80% in 240 min.
- Better safety: Tie — None have NCAP ratings yet (likely 2-wheelers).
- Better performance (top speed): Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 tops out at 120 km/h.
- Most affordable: Ather 450X Gen 3 — Starts at ₹1.45 L — ₹10,000 cheaper than the priciest here.