River Indie EV becomes costlier in India this February 

Bengaluru’s EV start-up, River, has updated the price of its popular electric scooter, the Indie.

Initially launched in February last year at Rs. 1.25 lakh, the performance-oriented vehicle now costs Rs. 1.38 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom) due to changes in the FAME 2 subsidy.

Despite the Rs. 13,000 increase, the features and hardware of the rugged-looking e-scooter remain the same.

Indie’s features and performance

The River Indie sports a practical design with dual LED headlights, a roomy floorboard, and a single-piece seat. It comes with foldable footpegs for extra legroom.

The EV has a maximum range of up to 120km in Eco mode, thanks to its large 4kWh battery pack.

The scooter’s mid-mounted 4.5kW electric motor allows for a top speed of 90km/h in Rush mode.

The Indie has received praise for its performance, handling, and overall usability from critics and customers alike.

Storage options and accessories available

Storage-wise, the Indie e-scooter offers a generous 43-liter under-seat compartment that can fit a full-size helmet and additional items like groceries.

There’s also a 12-liter front storage area for phones and other belongings.

River offers various accessories for the Indie, including pannier mounts, lockable panniers, a top box mount, and a phone mount.

This makes the EV one of the most practical options when it comes to storage spaces.