TVS expands global electric vehicle business with launch of TVS iQube electric scooter in Sri Lanka

From left: TVS Motor Company, India Associated Vice President Madhu Prakash Singh, TVS Mobility Vice President P.K. Kannan, and TVS Lanka Chief Operating  Officer Geethal Anthony 

TVS Motor Company, a leading global automaker operating in the two and three-wheeler segments, last week launched its premium electric scooter, TVS iQube in Sri Lanka. 

Backed by steadfast and trusted engineering capabilities of TVSM, the TVS iQube delivers class leading reliability, performance, comfort, build quality and safety. The product offering is complemented by the well-established after-sales network of TVS Lanka Ltd., developed over a successful and strong presence of two decades in Sri Lanka.

The TVS iQube provides unmatched performance and intelligent connectivity features. With a peak power of 4.6 KW, equivalent to a 125 cc scooter, the TVS iQube accelerates from 0-40 kmph in just 4.2 seconds. Utilising advanced lithium-ion battery technology, this vehicle ensures long battery life providing peace of mind to customers. Lithium-ion batteries being recyclable, also have minimal environmental impact. Over and above being built with world-class technology, TVS iQube can save Rs. 120,000 annually on running expenses. With a 650W carry-along-charger, that charges the vehicle from 0-80% in 4 hours and 30 minutes, the TVS iQube redefines the ease of charging with a carry along charger that can be plugged into any household plug point. 

As a testimony to its robust build quality, endurance and highly efficient hub motor with 2 Lithium Ion battery packs, the TVS iQube has achieved the unthinkable feat of riding around Sri Lanka and clocking 1,463 km in 7 days, charging 16 times along the journey that cost only Rs. 2,522 in electricity charges. 

TVS Motor is amongst the few global Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to have end-to-end inhouse EV and connected capabilities including battery manufacturing, battery management system (BMS), vehicle control unit and infotainment systems. It has more than 650 EV related patents, with 2,000+ engineers working on advanced technologies such as material science, electric powertrain, and data science. It is amongst the leaders in cutting edge smart connectivity and digital technologies.

TVS Motor Company Senior Vice President EV Business Manu Saxena said: “Launching the TVS iQube in Sri Lanka is an important milestone in the sustainable mobility space. TVS iQube has best-in-class EV and connected technology, resulting in greater performance, comfort, safety and significant annual savings for our customers. We are confident that the TVS iQube, with its unmatched lithium ion battery and proven track record of over 300,000 satisfied customers globally will redefine electric mobility in Sri Lanka.”

The TVS iQube, priced at Rs. 1.09 million is now available for test rides and bookings at TVS Lanka dealerships in Colombo, Gampaha, Kalutara, Galle and Jaffna and will be offered island wide soon. You can drive home the TVS iQube at a downpayment of just Rs. 110,000 and affordable monthly instalments starting from Rs. 27,000, making this cutting-edge electric scooter affordable for customers. 

The TVS iQube portfolio has already made significant strides globally with more than 300,000 satisfied customers, who are experiencing the world class premium quality and benefits of the TVS iQube, having collectively travelled approximately 2 billion kilometres, saving 47 million litres of fuel and reducing CO2 emissions by 69,590 tons which is equivalent to planting 2.8 million trees.