Ather Energy 450 Apex vs Joy e-bike Thunderbolt

In 2025 Ather Energy 450 Apex or Joy e-bike Thunderbolt choose which bike is best for you - compare the two electric bikes & scooters on the basis of their price, driving range, battery capacity, charging time, colours and other features. Ather Energy 450 Apex Price starts at Rs. 2 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Joy e-bike Thunderbolt Price starts at Rs. 2.33 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). The range of 450 Apex up to 157 km/charge and the Thunderbolt has a range of up to 110 km/charge. Joy e-bike offers the Thunderbolt in 1 colour.
450 Apex vs Thunderbolt Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS 450 apex Thunderbolt
BrandAther EnergyJoy e-bike
Price₹ 2 Lakhs₹ 2.33 Lakhs
Range157 km/charge110 km/charge
Battery Capacity3.7 kWh5.18 kWh
Charging Time4 Hours 30 minutes9 Hours

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450 Apex
₹2.00 Lakhs*
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Thunderbolt
₹2.33 Lakhs*
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Specification
Ground Clearance
170 mm-
Length
1891 mm-
Wheelbase
1296 mm-
Height
1114 mm-
Kerb Weight
111.6 kg-
Additional Storage
22 L-
Saddle Height
780 mm-
Width
739 mm-
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm-
Front Brake Diameter
200 mm-
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-100/80-12-
Rear Brake Diameter
190 mm-
Front Brake
DiscDouble Disc
Wheels Type
AlloyAlloy
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
0-40 Kmph (sec)
2.9s-
Range
157 km110 km
Max Speed
100 kmph90 kmph
Swappable Battery
Yes-
Motor IP Rating
IP66-
Transmission
AutomaticAutomatic
Starting
Push Button StartPush Button Start
Motor Power
7000 W5000 W
Reverse Assist
Yes-
Water Proof Rating
IPX7(Battery)-
Drive Type
Belt DriveHub Motor
Fuel Type
ElectricElectric
Rear Suspension
Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshockMonoshock
Front Suspension
Telescopic forksUpside down Forks
Features
Riding Modes
Yes-
Music Control
Yes-
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Gradeability
20 Degree18 Degree
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes-
Odometer
Digital-
Internet Connectivity
Yes-
Clock
Yes-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Underseat storage
22 L-
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth-
Mobile Application
Yes-
Tripmeter
Digital-
Seat Type
SingleSplit
Roadside Assistance
Yes-
Additional Features
Park Assist, Side Stand Motor Cut Off, ROM - 16 GB, RAM - 2 GB, Google Maps, Document Storage, Inter City Trip Planner, Water Wading Limit - 30 cm, ESS, Tow Alert, Find My Vehicle, Ride Stats, Saving Tracker, Ather Labs, Interactive UI, Scooter shut down, Dashboard auto brightness, Auto Hold, Auto Indicator Cut off, Guide me home lights, Vehicle Fall Safe, Coasting Regen-
Geo Fencing
Yes-
Charging Station Locater
Yes-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
Passenger Footrest
Yes-
USB Charging Port
Yes-
Display
7 Inch TFT Touchscreen Display-
Charging at Charging Station
Yes-
Charging Time(0-80%)
4 Hours 30 minutes9 Hours
Charging at Home
Yes-
Battery Warranty
5 Years or 60,000 Km-
Battery Capacity
3.7 kWh5.18 kWh
Low Battery Indicator
Yes-
Tail Light
LEDLED
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Headlight
LEDLED
Battery Type
Li-ion-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
2,08,3292,40,432
Ex-Showroom Price
1,99,9992,33,000
RTO
00
Insurance
8,3307,432
Accessories Charges
00
FastTag Charges
00
Other Charges
00
EMI
4,4775,167
Expert Rating
-
Pros and Cons
Pros
Rolling acceleration sees dramatic improvement, better mid-range performanceFunky new colour scheme adds more bling to the e-scooterMagic Twist throttle gets easy to use and offers better speed modulation
Cons
Pricey proposition over existing premium electric scooters on saleTransparent panel may be prone to easy damageFirm rear suspension makes for stiff ride quality

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