Vida VX2 Plus

Overview

Perfomance And Motor

Both VX2 Plus versions use a Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) with 6 kW peak power. The 3.4 kWh model has 3.9 kW continuous power and 25 Nm of torque, while the 4.4 kWh version has 26 Nm of torque. This strong output means the scooter accelerates quickly and quietly in Indian traffic, making it a good choice for daily commuting.

The motor sits near the rear suspension and drives the back wheel with a belt. This setup gives smooth power without the vibration, clutch, or gear changes you get in petrol scooters. It’s especially useful in stop-and-go traffic, where instant torque helps you move quickly from traffic lights and overtake slow vehicles.

Vida says the VX2 Plus can go from 0 to 40 km/h in 3.1 seconds. This is much faster than a basic electric commuter scooter, so it handles flyovers, city overtakes, and faster urban roads well. Still, it’s built for practical use, not sporty riding.

The Vida VX2 Plus has a fully automatic electric transmission, so there’s no manual gearbox or clutch. Just twist the throttle and the motor sends smooth power to the rear wheel. This setup is easy for new EV riders and less tiring in heavy Indian traffic.

It also has reverse assist, which helps when backing out of tight parking spots, basements, or crowded roadside spaces. The automatic drive, push-button controls, and reverse feature make the VX2 Plus easy to handle in daily city use.

The Plus models come with Eco, Ride, and Sport modes. Eco saves energy, Ride is for everyday commuting, and Sport gives you the fastest acceleration and lets you use the scooter’s full speed.

The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh has a claimed top speed of 80 km/h, which works well for city rides, flyovers, ring roads, and short trips on open roads, while still focusing on commuting. The VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh can reach 90 km/h, making overtaking and open-road riding easier, but it’s still mainly for city and suburban use, not long highway trips.

Charging Time

The VX2 Plus has removable batteries, so you can charge them on the scooter or take them indoors to charge at home or work. This is a big advantage for people living in apartments or anyone without a charging socket in their parking area.

The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh comes with a 580 W portable charger and is said to charge from 0 to 80% in 4 hours and 44 minutes. Charging times may vary a bit depending on charger updates or the specific unit.

The newer VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh comes with a faster 1,000 W portable charger. Even with its bigger battery, Vida says it charges from 0 to 80% in 3 hours and 17 minutes. This is more convenient for people who travel longer distances every day.

Range

Vida lists the VX2 Plus range using IDC-certified numbers, not the ARAI label. IDC stands for Indian Driving Conditions and is a test figure from the manufacturer. It’s a standard benchmark, but not a guarantee of real-world range.

The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh is said to have an IDC range of 142 to 146 km per charge. The 4.4 kWh version is listed with a maximum of 187 km, while the 3.4 kWh is typically noted at 142 to 146 km.

The VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh has a claimed IDC range of 187 km. It uses two removable 2.2 kWh batteries for a total of 4.4 kWh, which gives it much more range than the 3.4 kWh model.

In real-world use, the VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh gives about 100 to 110 km per charge, compared to the claimed 142 km. The real-world figure is more useful for planning, since things like traffic, speed, rider weight, road conditions, and riding mode all affect range.

If you use Eco mode, ride at moderate speeds, and mostly ride alone on smooth city roads, you can get closer to the higher end of the 100–110 km range. Using Sport mode often, accelerating hard, carrying a passenger, riding on steep roads, or keeping high speeds for long stretches will lower the range. For example, at 83% charge, the scooter may show about 83 km in Eco, 62 km in Ride, and 55 km in Sport, showing how much the mode affects distance.

For the VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh, the 187 km IDC number is just a test figure. Buyers should expect the real range to be lower and plan based on their daily commute, charging options, and riding style.

Features And Technology

Here are the main features of the Vida VX2 Plus in India:

1. Two removable battery packs:The VX2 Plus uses twin removable lithium-ion batteries. The 3.4 kWh version uses two battery modules with a combined capacity of 3.4 kWh, while the 4.4 kWh version uses two 2.2 kWh modules. Owners can charge the batteries on the scooter or remove them for charging at home, work, or another accessible indoor socket.
2. Removable-battery practicality:This battery setup is especially useful for Indian apartment residents and those using shared parking who don’t have a charging point near their parking space. It also gives owners more flexibility than fixed-battery scooters, though you still need to carry the batteries to the charging location.
3. Public fast-charging access:Vida states that the VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh can use its public charging network, with more than 5,900 public fast-charging stations listed on the official page. Vida claims a 0–80% public fast charge in 65 minutes for the 4.4 kWh model.
4. Portable AC charger:The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh gets a 580 W portable charger, with a claimed 0–80% charging time of 4 hours 44 minutes. The VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh receives a more powerful 1,000 W portable charger, reducing its claimed 0–80% AC charging time to 3 hours 17 minutes despite the larger battery capacity.
5. 4.3-inch TFT display:Both Plus versions come with a 4.3-inch TFT instrument console instead of the simpler LCD unit on lower VX2 versions. It shows essential ride information and gives the scooter a more premium, connected feel.
6. Bluetooth connectivity:The TFT screen supports Bluetooth connectivity for smartphone-linked functions. Riders can pair the scooter with the My Vida app and access useful vehicle and ride-related information.
7. Turn-by-turn navigation:The VX2 Plus offers turn-by-turn navigation through the TFT console. This feature is helpful for office commuters, delivery riders, and anyone traveling through unfamiliar areas without having to keep checking a mounted smartphone.
8. Call and SMS alerts:The paired TFT display can show incoming call and SMS notifications. This gives riders access to important alerts without holding a phone while riding.
9. My Vida smartphone app:The My Vida app provides access to ride statistics, maintenance information, and connected functions. Additional features include geofencing and remote immobilisation, which can help owners monitor and secure the scooter.
10. Over-the-air updates:The VX2 Plus supports OTA software updates. This lets Vida update supported digital features without needing a workshop visit just for a software refresh.
11. Three riding modes:The scooter offers Eco, Ride, and Sport modes. Eco is intended to prioritise efficiency, Ride delivers a balanced everyday response, and Sport provides stronger throttle response for faster traffic and overtaking.
12. Boost mode:In addition to its regular riding modes, the VX2 Plus has a Boost mode for short bursts of additional performance. This can be useful when overtaking or joining faster traffic, but frequent use will consume more battery energy.
13. Reverse mode:Reverse assist helps you back the scooter out of tight parking spaces, basement slots, and narrow roadside gaps. It’s a useful daily convenience feature in crowded Indian cities.
14. Park mode:The VX2 Plus includes a Park mode as part of its control features. This is intended to support safer, more convenient low-speed parking and stationary use.
15. Regenerative braking:The scooter uses regenerative braking to recover some energy while slowing down. In Indian stop-and-go traffic, this can help improve efficiency and give you more controlled deceleration.
16. Two-way throttle functionality:The VX2 Plus includes a two-way throttle feature, listed with the 4.4 kWh version. This works with the regenerative system to provide controlled deceleration and energy recovery when the rider rolls off or uses the relevant throttle input.
17. Front disc brake and rear drum brake:The Plus variants use a front disc brake and rear drum brake. This is an upgrade over lower variants with simpler braking hardware and gives the scooter more assured stopping performance for daily urban riding.
18. Combined Braking System:The braking setup includes CBS (Combined Braking System), which helps distribute braking force more effectively for more stable, controlled stopping. It is useful for Indian traffic conditions, where riders often need to brake suddenly.
19. All-LED lighting:The scooter has LED lighting, including the headlamp and other lights. This improves night-time visibility and gives the VX2 Plus a more modern look than a halogen-equipped commuter scooter.
20. 27.5-litre under-seat storageThe VX2 Plus provides approximately 27.5 litres of under-seat storage, giving owners room for daily items such as a raincoat, small bag, or selected helmet types. The usable space makes it practical for office commutes and short shopping trips.
21. 4.8-litre front cubby:A 4.8-litre front storage compartment provides a convenient place for smaller essentials, such as a phone, wallet, charging cable, documents, or a compact water bottle. This adds a useful layer of day-to-day practicality beyond the under-seat compartment.
22. 12-inch alloy wheels:The VX2 Plus has 12-inch alloy wheels, which support a stable, mature scooter stance and should handle normal urban road imperfections better than smaller-wheel commuter designs.
23. IP67-rated battery protection:The removable battery modules are rated IP67 for protection against dust and water ingress. This is valuable for normal monsoon and wet-road use in India, but riders should not treat the rating as permission to ride through deep floodwater.

Build Quality

The Vida VX2 Plus is built as a practical Indian commuter scooter, with a clean body design, neatly integrated removable batteries, and simple mechanical hardware. The overall fit and finish is solid for its price, with smooth body panels and a tightly assembled feel, not flimsy or over-styled.

The scooter uses a telescopic front fork, offset rear monoshock, 12-inch alloy wheels, front disc brake, rear drum brake, and two removable battery modules. This is a conventional and sensible hardware package for Indian use, as the components are familiar, practical, and designed around daily operation on uneven urban roads.

The removable battery setup is a key part of the VX2 Plus’s practical design. The 3.4 kWh version uses two removable batteries, while the 4.4 kWh model has two larger 2.2 kWh packs. This lets owners charge the batteries indoors when parking doesn’t have a socket, but buyers should check the battery-release mechanism and think about whether they’re comfortable lifting and carrying the modules regularly.

The battery units are IP67-rated for dust and water resistance, helping protect them during normal Indian monsoon and wet-road use. However, an IP rating should not be treated as a reason to deliberately ride through deep water or leave removable battery connections exposed to prolonged water ingress.

Handling

The Vida VX2 Plus is tuned mainly for easy, confidence-inspiring city handling. It’s light, nimble, predictable, and stable, making it easy to filter through traffic, handle narrow lanes, and make frequent low-speed direction changes.

The scooter’s smooth electric power delivery also supports its urban handling. There is no clutch or gear shifting, so riders can focus on throttle control and road placement in traffic. Its 18-degree gradeability was also found useful on steep roads during a Nandi Hills ride, where the scooter managed uphill corners without difficulty.

The 12-inch wheels at both ends help the VX2 Plus stay steady over mild surface changes and give it a more mature feel than smaller-wheel EVs. Users say the scooter feels planted in corners and keeps straight-line stability, even in crosswinds, while still being light enough to feel agile in everyday traffic.

The front disc and rear drum brakes are linked by CBS. The front brake has decent bite and feel, while the combined system offers adequate, confidence-inspiring stopping power for daily riding. However, the rear brake could offer sharper initial response, so riders should test the brake feel themselves, especially if they regularly carry a pillion.

Comfort

Comfort is one of the VX2 Plus’s best qualities for Indian commuting. It has a 777 mm seat height, an 851 mm-long seat, an upright riding position, and a flat floorboard, making it accessible and relaxed for riders of different heights. The long seat also gives enough room for a rider and pillion on regular city trips.

The suspension setup consists of telescopic forks at the front and an offset rear monoshock. Some users found the rear suspension soft and effective at absorbing potholes at lower speeds but considered the front end somewhat stiff, while others described the overall ride as pliant and agreeable. The balanced conclusion is that the VX2 Plus handles normal speed breakers, patched surfaces, and everyday potholes well, but sharper bumps may be felt more clearly through the front end.

The scooter absorbs bumps from rough patches and speed breakers without making the rider uncomfortable, though it can feel firm at times. This firmness helps give more responsive handling on smooth roads and at higher speeds, so the VX2 Plus aims for a balance between comfort and control instead of an extremely soft ride.

The lack of engine vibration, smooth throttle response, and automatic drivetrain help reduce fatigue during congested city riding. The flat floorboard gives riders the freedom to move their feet and carry small everyday items, while the 27.5-litre under-seat compartment and 4.8-litre front cubby add practical convenience for office commutes and errands.

Styling

The Vida VX2 Plus has a clean, family-friendly design that focuses on practicality instead of an aggressive sports-scooter look. Its style is simple but youthful, with smooth, flowing body lines, a compact profile, and enough color contrast to keep it visually interesting.

The VX2 Plus uses the same headlamp and tail-lamp design as Vida’s V2 range, but its bodywork is distinct. It has a flatter, more approachable front apron, simpler side panels, a broad seat area, and a practical floorboard, giving it a softer and more commuter-friendly appearance than the sharper V2.

The front has an angular LED headlamp and handlebar-mounted indicators, giving it a modern look without making the scooter seem too aggressive. The side profile is uncluttered, and the rear is compact and neatly integrated with the LED tail-lamp. This makes the VX2 Plus look right for both younger riders and families in Indian cities.

The 12-inch alloy wheels, front disc brake, and the removable-battery packaging help the scooter retain a reasonably premium stance. Despite housing two removable battery modules, the VX2 Plus does not look excessively bulky, and the overall layout preserves the familiar proportions expected from a practical Indian electric scooter.

A small but distinctive visual detail is the TFT display: Vida says the 4.3-inch TFT screen changes color based on the selected riding mode. This adds a modern, tech-focused touch to the rider’s view, even though it doesn’t change the scooter’s external styling.

Colour Options And Variants

The Vida VX2 Plus is available in seven colours in India:

1. Matte Lime
2. Nexus Blue
3. Matte White
4. Pearl Red
5. Pearl Black
6. Autumn Orange
7. Metallic Grey

Matte Giallo Lime/Matte Lime is the brightest and most youthful shade in the range. Its yellow-green matte appearance makes the VX2 Plus look more playful and is likely to appeal to college-age buyers or riders who want a high-visibility scooter.

Nexus Blue offers a more elegant option. It is a glossy blue colour that looks premium without becoming too attention-seeking, making it suitable for riders who prefer a refined everyday finish.

Matte Inspired White/Matte White is the cleanest and most understated choice. The soft matte finish highlights the VX2 Plus’s flowing panels and gives the scooter a neat, practical appearance for office and family use.

Pearl Red gives the scooter its sportiest look. The bright red bodywork brings more energy to the otherwise simple design and is a good fit for buyers who want a livelier visual identity.

Pearl Black creates a more discreet and premium appearance. The black finish works well with the scooter’s clean lines and suits riders who prefer a mature colour that does not draw too much attention.

Autumn Orange is a bold, vibrant option that stands out strongly in traffic and is well matched to the scooter’s youthful styling.

Metallic Matte Gun Metal Grey/Metallic Grey is the most premium-looking shade in the range. It uses orange accents, giving the otherwise subtle grey finish a sportier and more distinctive character.

Colour availability can vary by city, production batch, and dealership stock. Before booking, buyers should check the local Vida showroom’s current inventory and confirm the exact official name of the chosen colour.

The Vida VX2 range is available in several configurations, but the VX2 Plus itself is offered in two primary battery variants:

1. VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh
2. VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh

The two scooters share the same core styling, chassis, suspension, braking hardware, 4.3-inch TFT display, smartphone connectivity, and three riding modes.

The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh is the original Plus version. It uses a 3.4 kWh removable battery pack, has a claimed IDC range of 146 km, an 80 km/h claimed top speed, and comes with a 580 W portable charger.

The VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh is the new range-topping Plus variant. It uses two removable 2.2 kWh batteries for a combined 4.4 kWh capacity, has a 187 km claimed IDC range, reaches a claimed 90 km/h, and receives a 1,000 W portable charger.

The 4.4 kWh version doesn’t get a major styling or equipment update compared to the 3.4 kWh model. Its main changes are the larger battery, higher claimed range, stronger top speed, faster charger, and public fast-charging ability.

Buyers usually choose between the two Plus variants based on range, charging needs, performance, and budget, not design or features.

The wider VX2 family also includes Go variants, Battery-as-a-Service versions, and special editions in some listings. For buyers considering the VX2 Plus, the decision is straightforward: choose the more affordable 3.4 kWh version for normal city commuting or the 4.4 kWh version for the longest claimed range and better open-road flexibility.

Value For Money And Pricing

The Vida VX2 Plus is sold in two main battery versions: VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh and VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh. The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh has been listed at ₹ 1,03,500 ex-showroom in Delhi, while the VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh was launched at ₹ 1,18,000 ex-showroom before subsidies and discounts.

The Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) option can make the 3.4 kWh VX2 Plus much cheaper upfront because the buyer does not pay for the battery initially. There is a battery-use charge for this scheme, which may suit low-usage buyers more than riders who travel long distances every day. Availability, battery-use terms, lock-in conditions, and minimum monthly commitments must be confirmed with the local Vida dealer before choosing BaaS.

On-road pricing will vary because registration, insurance, city-level charges, accessories, and dealer offers are added to the vehicle price. For example, on-road estimates for the Plus 3.4 kWh are around ₹1.08 lakh and for the 4.4 kWh version around ₹1.19 lakh. These figures are just estimates, not guarantees.

The VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh offers the stronger value proposition for most city-focused Indian buyers. It combines a removable twin-battery setup, 142–146 km IDC range, 80 km/h top speed, 6 kW peak motor, TFT display, navigation, app connectivity, reverse assist, front disc brake, and useful storage at a price that can undercut many established premium EVs.

Its two removable batteries are a big part of its value. Owners who live in apartments, use shared parking, or park away from a socket can remove the battery modules and charge them indoors. This flexibility can be more useful than a larger fixed battery for buyers without reliable charging access at their parking spot.

The 3.4 kWh Plus is particularly attractive when bought close to the lower effective-price or BaaS figures. Even with the battery included, the VX2 Plus is among the most affordable scooters in its category; the BaaS plan reduces the upfront cost further, although the per-kilometre battery fee must be included in the long-term calculation.

The VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh delivers a different kind of value: it costs more, but brings a significantly larger battery, a claimed 187 km IDC range, a 90 km/h top speed, a faster 1 kW portable charger, and 65-minute public fast charging to 80%. It is best suited to riders with long daily commutes, frequent multi-day travel, or a desire to charge less often.

The 4.4 kWh version is harder to justify just on price. Once its on-road cost gets close to ₹1.4 to ₹1.5 lakh, buyers should compare it closely with more established premium scooters that might offer better brand familiarity, a wider service network, or different ride and storage features. The 4.4 kWh model is mainly worth it if the extra range and charging speed are truly useful in your routine.

The VX2 Plus competes in India with practical, premium, and family-oriented electric scooters. Its most direct rivals include the

1. Chetak 3501
2. Chetak 3502
3. Chetak 3503
4. TVS iQube 3.5 kWh
5. TVS iQube S
6. TVS iQube ST
7. Ather Rizta S
8. Ather Rizta Z

The Vida VX2 Plus 3.4 kWh is positioned as an affordable, feature-rich commuter EV with a flexible removable-battery setup. Its best value is in daily city use, especially for buyers who can’t charge at their parking spot but can carry batteries indoors.

The 4.4 kWh version puts the VX2 Plus in the premium long-range category. It’s no longer just the lowest-cost option, but it offers one of the best range and charging packages for Indian riders who need more distance between charges.

The final decision should depend on your daily kilometres, charging access, local service quality, and the written on-road quote for each rival, not just the headline price.