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Yamaha is ready to debut in the electric scooter segment in the Indian market with the launch of Aerox E and EC-06 in early 2026
The electric scooter segment is the fastest-growing category in the entire EV market, with the widest range of products on sale. With the sales numbers growing at a rapid pace in India, new e-scooters are in the pipeline from several two-wheeler manufacturers. In this article, we will look at the 5 new electric scooters that will launch next year in India.
1. Yamaha Aerox-E
The all-electric version of the Aerox was recently revealed by Yamaha in India. Scheduled to go on sale early next year, i.e. 2026, the Aerox-E gets a 3 kWh battery pack, mated to a 9.4 kW electric motor, producing 48 Nm of peak torque. The claimed range of the electric scooter stands at 106 kilometres.
In terms of design, it sports a familiar styling to its ICE counterpart, albeit with some minor electric-specific touches. The Yamaha Aerox-E offers three riding modes, i.e. Eco, Standard and Power, along with a dedicated reverse mode. The e-scooter comes with features like a smart key system, a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster, Bluetooth connectivity, traction control and more.
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2. Yamaha EC-06
Alongside the Aerox-E, Yamaha also unveiled the EC-06, which will be launched in the first quarter of 2026. It is based on a production model from River, targeting a broader range of customers. Talking about specification, the EC-06 gets a 4 kWh high-capacity fixed battery pack with a claimed range of 160 kilometres on a single charge.
It is mated to a 4.5 kW electric motor, tuned to produce a peak power of 6.7 kW. In terms of features, the maxi electric scooter gets an LCD cluster, built-in telematics, three riding modes, reverse mode and more. The production of the Yamaha EC-06 will be handled by River Mobility.
3. New-Gen Bajaj Chetak
Bajaj Chetak is currently one of the best-selling electric scooters in the Indian market. Recently, a new version of the e-scooter was spotted testing for the first time, hinting at the next-gen model of the Chetak EV. Talking about the changes, the spy shots gave away the new tail light, new rear tyre hugger, a flatter seat and a fresh switchgear console. Expected to launch sometime next year, the Chetak EV will likely retain the existing 3.5 kWh battery pack, with a claimed range of around 150 kilometres on a single charge.
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4. Simple Energy New Family-Oriented E-Scooter
The Bengaluru-based electric vehicle manufacturer is working on a new family-oriented electric scooter for the Indian market. The development came to light via a recent design patent filed by the brand, highlighting a minimalistic design language.
We could spot a long flat seat, an LED headlamp, chunky side body panels, and a flat floorboard in the patent images. While the technical details are scarce at the moment, the upcoming e-scooter will stray far away from the company’s current range of sporty models. Simple Energy’s family-oriented electric scooter is expected to launch sometime next year.
5. Ather EL
Ather Energy is working on multiple new electric scooters for the Indian market. The company showcased the EL platform in August this year as the next-gen EV architecture, which will underpin a range of new e-scooters. The highlight of the new EL platform includes an advanced electronic braking system (AEBS) and a new Charge Drive Controller with an integrated on-board charger.
The EL01 Concept was also showcased by the Indian EV startup, which will be a family-oriented electric scooter. The first scooter from the brand’s EL range will go on sale around the festive season of 2026.
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