Hero Vida V1 pro-review 2024
Best affordable Electric Vehicle with all smart features in the market
BIKE
2/28/20244 min read
An affordable and reliable ev scooter for a reputed brand the Hero motor corp . The Vida brand covers Hero’s electric scooter range . In this article, we will explore the specifications, pros, and cons, compare it to other EV scooters, and draw a conclusion about the Hero Vida V1 Pro. Vida V1 Pro is an electric scooter available at a starting price of Rs. 1,44,392 in India. It is available in 1 variant and 5 colors
Vida V1 pro design
It’s a futuristic design with sharp looks and a sleek body. In front, it has a well-designed dual led head light with drls, just above that you get a windshield with sleek side indicators giving it a sporty look from the front.
You get a big 7” inch TFT touchscreen just behind the windscreen with good visibility even under the sunlight. you can access all the features from touchscreen navigation or you can also navigate them using controls on left-hand side . All smart features like maps, geo fencing, reverse mode, ride modes all can be accessed.
Vida offers a big slit seat for a comfortable ride , under the seat which opens as a single unit you have two compartments one for the helmet and storage other one is the battery section with a door that can be looked for the safety of the removable batters. Rear view you get a similarly designed LED tail lamp with DRLs and Vida badging just above that. Overall Vida v1 pro well well-designed an eye-catching electric scooter.
Vida V1 Pro Specifications and Performance
Vida v1 comes with a 6kw peak power motor paired with a removable 3.94 kWh battery gives a range of 165 km (IDC). But the real world range is around 110 km. It has an 80 km/h top speed and can do 0-40 km/h in just 3.2 sec.
You get 4 different ride modes in this model, you can change the mode while riding using a switch on top right-hand side controls.
ECHO MODE – top speed 45km/h and range 110 km
RIDE MODE - top speed 70 km/h
SPORT MODE- top speed 80 km/h. offers great pickup on all ranges
CUSTOM MODE- you can configure this mode as per your needs through an app.
Hero Vida v1 pro delivers what it promises on paper, it gives you 110 km in eco mode though the top speed in this mode is 45 you will get a decent initial pickup. In ride mode you get a top speed of 70 km/h and power delivery is linear across all speed ranges. in sport mode, you will feel a punch 6kw motor, and it is dam fun to drive this mode but you will have to compromise on the range for the raw power
Hero Vida V1 Pro Ride and Handling
Hero Vida v1 pro is equipped with dual telescopic suspension in front and single suspension in the back which offers a study ride for the city roads.
It also offers a big well cushioned seat and good amount of legroom with handlebar rightly placed to make the ride comfortable and natural. the 12 “ MRF tires offer great grip and confidence for sporty riding, when it comes to the stopping power the front you have disk breaks and a drum in the rear combined with regenerative braking but it would have been better if it's offered with a rear disk.
Hero Vida V1 Pro Battery
Hero Vida v1 pro comes with 2 removable batteries with a combined capacity of 3.94kwh. they can be charged in three different ways
you can directly charge it by plugging in the charger to the socket under the seat
3. you can charge it with the fast charger using the socket provided in the room area. The charging time required to be 100 % using a portable charger is 6 hrs. charging time of 0 to 80 % using a fast charger is 65 min company gives 30000km or 3 yrs warranty on batters and 5 yrs and 50000km on motor.
Hero Vida V1 pro Final view
Hero Vida is a fine scooter that gives you a natural feel that’s nearly identical to a petrol scooter, but it does have some shortcomings too. The first concern is the range for a 4 kWh battery it pimps out only 110 km compared to other ev like Ola or Ather. built quality from a company like Hero Moto Corp could be better. Positive aspects that fall in favor of Vida V1 are its pricing ex-showroom is 1.44 and proving its reliability by winning the Guinness World Record for the longest distance travelled by an electric scooter in 24 hours, covering 1780 km.
Where to buy vida v1 pro
you can purchase Vida v1 pro from Hero Moto Corp showrooms . it's also available for purchase on Amazon and flipkart at a discounted price making it the most affordable EV in the market
