Ola Electric Brings Bharat Cell LFP Technology to Mass-Market EVs with S1Z

Ola Electric has launched S1Z, the scooter range in India to bring Bharat Cell LFP technology to the mass market. The S1Z brings Ola’s 46 series LFP cell platform technology, developed at its Battery Innovation Centre and manufactured at the Ola Gigafactory, to its most accessible scooter range. 

The scooter is available in 3.1 kWh and 5.1 kWh variants, at an introductory pricing of INR 79,999 and INR 99,999, with a range of up to 179 kms and 301 kms respectively.

By developing and manufacturing its Bharat Cell LFP technology in-house, the company has been able to significantly lower battery costs, the largest cost component of an electric vehicle, making next-generation battery technology accessible at mass-market price points. 

The S1Z will be available in four colours: White, Anthracite, Sky Splash Blue and Matcha Green and rides on 12-inch wheels across all variants. Deliveries of the 3.1 kWh variant are scheduled to begin in December 2026, while the 5.1 kWh variant will commence deliveries from March 2027. 

Bhavish Aggarwal, Chairman and Managing Director, Ola Electric, said, "The true measure of innovation of our indigenous Bharat Cell LFP technology is how quickly it reaches everyday Indians. The S1Z delivers on that promise. It is the first scooter range to bring our made-in India LFP technology to the heart of the market, where millions of customers make their mobility decisions. We believe affordability shouldn’t mean settling for less. As we continue building India's EV ecosystem from cell to vehicle, products like the S1Z will play a critical role in taking our mission of bringing EVs to every Indian household." 

Powered by MoveOS 5, the S1Z brings Ola's latest software intelligence to the mass segment. The scooter comes equipped with features including cruise control, advanced regenerative braking, reverse mode, GPS, Over-the-Air (OTA) software updates, geo, time and mode fencing, ride statistics and energy insights through the Ola Electric App, delivering a smarter, more connected and personalised ownership experience. The S1Z range also features ‘Easy Park,’ allowing users to get in and out of tight parking spaces with a simple twist of the wrist.