The “2025 TVS iQube Electric” have been doing exactly that thanks to an eye-popping ₹55,499 price, a 520-km range, and 1-hour fast charging. If true, this would be an EV moon landing. But before getting into the fact check, let’s walk through the story the way a newsroom reporter would—breaking down the buzz, the claims, and the reality around one of India’s most talked-about EVs right now.
A Scooter Everyone’s Talking About
The iQube name carries weight. TVS has been one of the steadier, more engineering-driven players in India’s EV movement, and every update to the iQube tends to attract attention. So when whispers (and forwarded messages) began circulating about a futuristic 2025 edition—complete with a range rivalling electric cars—people naturally perked up.
The pitch is perfect: sleek design, massive range, fast charging, and a price tag that undercuts most entry-level petrol scooters. But even as the claims drifted across social media, EV analysts raised eyebrows. Because if these numbers held up, every other scooter maker would need to hit the panic button.
Key Highlights Claimed for the 2025 TVS iQube
To understand the narrative, here are the headline claims doing the rounds:
Claimed Feature Sheet
| Feature | Claimed Specification |
|---|---|
| Motor Output | 4.4 kW |
| Range | 520 km per charge |
| Fast Charging | 1 hour |
| Price | ₹55,499 (tax-free) |
| Connectivity | Smart app, GPS, tracking |
| Safety | ABS, traction control |
Now, on paper, this looks like an EV holy grail. But let’s assess each component carefully before drawing conclusions.
The 4.4 kW Motor Claim
This one is at least rooted in existing TVS engineering. The current iQube lineup already uses motors in the 3–4.4 kW range, depending on the variant. A 4.4 kW motor offering smooth acceleration and city-friendly performance isn’t far-fetched.
EV riders know the iQube as a smooth, silent, torquey commuter—so this claim alone isn’t unusual. The problem lies elsewhere.
The “520 km Long-Range Battery”
Let’s pause here.
A 520-km range on a scooter-sized battery pack would be nothing short of groundbreaking. The best-in-class electric scooters globally struggle to hit even 200 km under real-world riding, and premium electric motorcycles only just touch the 300–350 km mark.
To hit 520 km:
- The iQube would need a battery several times larger than anything currently offered.
- Weight would shoot up.
- Pricing would be significantly higher—not lower.
As of now, no TVS announcement, regulatory certification, or industry presentation supports a 520-km range for any upcoming iQube.
The 1-Hour Fast Charging Pitch
Fast charging is improving, yes. But shrinking a full charge cycle to one hour—while keeping battery health intact—requires advanced thermal management and premium lithium packs, both of which sit firmly in the high-cost zone.
If TVS were planning such a leap, the teaser campaigns alone would’ve flooded auto media.
Design and Features: The “Futuristic” Angle
The beauty of EV design is that it can evolve quickly. And TVS has consistently delivered clean, contemporary iQube designs:
- aerodynamic panels
- premium finishes
- crisp digital displays
- app-based smart features
Those parts of the rumoured 2025 package aren’t hard to imagine. What stretches credibility are the pricing and range figures attached to them.
Pricing Claims: ₹55,499 and “Tax-Free”
This is where the numbers stop adding up.
Even with subsidies, FAME incentives, and state EV rebates, no mainstream EV scooter has ever reached this price bracket—even older lead-acid models couldn’t.
For perspective, the existing iQube lineup starts well above ₹1 lakh on-road in most cities.
A 55k price tag for an EV with high-end features, long range, and fast charging? Highly improbable.
Safety and Tech Claims
Features like ABS, traction control, GPS-based tracking, and app connectivity already exist in the Indian EV ecosystem. So these details are not unrealistic on their own—just unrealistic at the price being claimed.
Where the Claims Sound Too Good to Be True
Let’s step back and look at the big picture:
- 520 km range
- 1-hour charging
- advanced smart features
- ABS + traction control
- premium build
- and all for ₹55,499
If an EV with this combination existed right now, it would wipe out the entire budget scooter market.
Which brings us to the necessary checkpoint.
FAQs
Is the 2025 TVS iQube with a 520-km range real?
No. TVS has not announced any model offering 520 km of range.
Does TVS plan to launch a ₹55,499 iQube?
There is no official pricing anywhere close to this figure.
Is a 4.4 kW motor possible in future iQube models?
Yes—TVS already uses similar motors in the current iQube range.
Will future iQube models support 1-hour fast charging?
Fast charging improvements are possible, but nothing this dramatic has been announced.
Should buyers wait for an official 2025 iQube announcement?
Yes. Always rely on verified manufacturer updates rather than viral spec sheets.
