Ather 450 Apex

The discontinued Ather 450 Apex is powered by a 7 kW PMS motor paired with a 3.7 kWh lithium-ion battery, delivering 26 Nm of torque and a top speed of 100 kmph in Warp Plus mode. The brand claims a 0 to 40 kmph sprint time of just 2.9 seconds, making it the quickest scooter in the company's lineup. Four riding modes, Eco, Ride, Sport, and Warp Plus, let riders dial performance up or down depending on the specific riding situation. Owners on forums describe the acceleration below 70 kmph as genuinely brisk, with the motor pulling strongly out of corners and from a standstill in heavy city traffic. 

A standout feature on the Ather Apex is Magic Twist, Ather's more refined take on regenerative braking, which the company claims can manage up to 75 percent of city braking through throttle modulation alone. 

Several owners note it takes a short while to get used to, since the deceleration feel differs from a conventional throttle release, but most come to appreciate the smoother, more progressive braking it offers once familiar with it. Infinite Cruise, multi-mode traction control, and auto hill hold round out the electronics package on the Ather 450 Apex, giving it a feature set that genuinely competes with much pricier electric vehicles in the market today.

Suspension on the discontinued Ather Apex 450 comes from telescopic front forks paired with a symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock at the rear, tuned slightly on the firmer side for enhanced stability. Most owners on forums describe the ride as supple over regular city roads, with the firmness only becoming noticeable over the sharpest of bumps or large potholes. Seat height is 780 mm, and kerb weight is a light 111.6 kg, which makes the Ather 450 Apex feel notably nimble and incredibly easy to flick from side to side in heavy traffic. 

The exceptional lightweight is consistently called out by owners as one of the scooter's biggest everyday advantages, especially for navigating narrow lanes and extremely tight parking spots. Braking comes from a 200mm front disc with a 3-piston calliper and a 190mm rear disc with a single-piston calliper, working harmoniously with a combined braking system (CBS) rather than full ABS. Forum owners generally describe the front brake bite as strong and confident, and the rear offering a more progressive feel that suits everyday stop-and-go riding scenarios. 

Pillion accommodation includes a comfortable footrest and grab rail, and advanced features like auto hill hold and a reverse mode with parking assist add genuine convenience for daily use. Several owners on forums mention these small touches make a real difference when manoeuvring the Ather Apex in tight residential parking, something easy to overlook on a standard spec sheet but incredibly valuable in daily practice.

Ather rated the 450 Apex at an impressive 157 km on the IDC test cycle, though owner-reported figures on forums tend to land closer to 122 km per charge in mixed riding, varying significantly with how often Warp Plus mode is used. Riding more conservatively in Eco mode stretches the range noticeably closer to the higher claimed figure. Charging the 3.7 kWh battery from 0 to 100 percent takes around 5 hours and 45 minutes on a standard home charger, while Ather's fast-charging network can top up a significant portion of the range much quicker. With over 700 experience centres and thousands of fast-charging points across India, the broader Ather ecosystem genuinely supports daily reliance on the Ather Apex 450. 

Running costs are exactly where modern electric scooters shine brightest. Standard running cost estimates put the Ather 450 Apex at roughly Rs. 0.23 per km, translating to well under Rs. 150 a month for typical daily commuting distances, a mere fraction of what a petrol scooter would cost over the same distance. The battery carries a 5 years or 60,000 km warranty, and the motor a 3-year warranty, offering highly reasonable peace of mind for the long term. That said, some forum owners have flagged inconsistent service experiences across cities, along with occasional software glitches affecting speed limiting in Eco mode, which are worth keeping in mind. 

Overall, the electric scooter proves to be highly economical and reliable over long periods, making it an excellent investment for environmentally conscious riders seeking a fast urban commuter.

The discontinued Ather 450 Apex was offered exclusively in a single Standard variant and one colour, keeping the lineup deliberately simple as a limited, top-of-the-range offering. The last recorded Ather Apex price started at Rs. 1,96,084 ex-showroom.

On-road prices varied significantly by city due to differing state subsidies and RTO charges across the country, with Delhi buyers paying close to Rs. 2,04,621 on-road, while buyers in other states faced slightly different final figures. 

Since the scooter is no longer in active production, interested buyers must explore the used market or check for leftover dealer stock. The Ather 450 Apex electric scooter is perfectly suited for buyers who want Ather's quickest performance and most distinctive styling and are willing to pay a premium over the standard 450X for the Apex's top speed, transparent panels, and Magic Twist regenerative braking. Key rivals in the premium electric segment include the TVS X, Simple Energy One Gen 2, and Ather's own 450X, though the Ather Apex remains the brand's clear performance flagship to date. 

The premium pricing strategy positioned it as a highly aspirational product for early adopters and electric vehicle enthusiasts who refused to compromise on speed or cutting-edge features. Even in the pre-owned market today, the strictly limited availability and unique features help the vehicle retain a surprisingly strong resale value, cementing its legendary status as a highly sought-after collector's item among dedicated EV fans and urban commuters alike. This exclusivity ensures that the model will be remembered as a significant milestone in Indian electric motorcycling.