Ather 450X Gen 3 vs TVS iQube ST — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Pick the TVS iQube ST for range; pick the Ather 450X Gen 3 for value.
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
TVS iQube ST
TVS
iQube ST
₹1.59 L
Range: 110 km
Battery: 5.1 kWh
Top: 82 km/h
Charge: — min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Ather 450X Gen 3 | TVS iQube ST |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹1.45 L | ₹1.59 L |
| Battery | 3.7 kWh | 5.1 kWh |
| Real-world range | 110 km | 110 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 161 km | 145 km |
| Top speed | 90 km/h | 82 km/h |
| Motor power | 6.4 kW | 4.4 kW |
| Motor torque | 26 Nm | 33 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 270 min | Not supported |
| AC charging | 6 hr | 4.5 hr |
| Drivetrain | Belt | Hub |
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Boot space | 22 L | 32 L |
| Ground clearance | 161 mm | 157 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
TVS iQube ST
- • iQube
- • iQube S
- • iQube ST
Key Features
Ather 450X Gen 3
- ✓ AtherStack 6
- ✓ Google Maps
- ✓ OTA updates
- ✓ Fast Charging Grid
TVS iQube ST
- ✓ 7" TFT
- ✓ TVS SmartXonnect
- ✓ Voice assist
- ✓ Family scooter design
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather 450X Gen 3 squeezes ~29.7 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather 450X Gen 3 balances 110 km of range with 90 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
TVS iQube ST
TVS iQube ST combines 2-seat capacity, 32L 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
TVS iQube ST
Pros
- + Reliable TVS service
- + Good ride comfort
- + Trustworthy brand
Cons
- − Modest performance
- − No DC fast charging
Final Verdict
Pick the TVS iQube ST for range; pick the Ather 450X Gen 3 for value.
- Better real-world range: Tie — All within 5 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Ather 450X Gen 3 — Ather 450X Gen 3 costs ~₹1,318 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Ather 450X Gen 3 — Ather 450X Gen 3 hits 10→80% in 270 min.
- Better safety: Tie — None have NCAP ratings yet (likely 2-wheelers).
- Better performance (top speed): Ather 450X Gen 3 — Ather 450X Gen 3 tops out at 90 km/h.
- Most affordable: Ather 450X Gen 3 — Starts at ₹1.45 L — ₹14,001 cheaper than the priciest here.