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Suzuki has officially stepped into India’s electric two-wheeler segment with the launch of the Suzuki e-Access. Priced at ₹1.88 lakh (ex-showroom), this electric scooter marks Suzuki’s long-awaited debut in the EV space, which until now has largely been led by startups and a few homegrown brands.

With this launch, Suzuki is directly challenging established electric scooter makers. The closest and most powerful rival to the e-Access in this price bracket is the Ather 450 Apex, a premium offering from one of India’s most trusted electric two-wheeler manufacturers. Let’s take a closer look at how the Suzuki e-Access and Ather 450 Apex compare in terms of price, battery, range, and performance to understand which scooter makes more sense for buyers.

When it comes to pricing, both scooters sit almost neck-to-neck.

• Suzuki e-Access: ₹1,88,490 (ex-showroom)

• Ather 450 Apex: ₹1,89,946 (ex-showroom)

The Suzuki e-Access is marginally cheaper, but the price difference is only ₹1,456, which may not be a deciding factor for most buyers.

• Battery Capacity: 3.07 kWh

• Claimed Range: Up to 95 km

• Top Speed: 71 kmph

• Power Output: 5.49 bhp

• Torque: 15 Nm

Suzuki’s e-Access is designed more for daily city commuting, focusing on smooth rides and efficiency rather than outright performance.

• Battery Capacity: 3.7 kWh

• Claimed Range: Up to 157 km (IDC)

• Top Speed: 100 kmph

• Power Output: 9.38 bhp

• Torque: 26 Nm

The Ather 450 Apex clearly stands out with its larger battery, significantly higher range, and much stronger performance, making it ideal for riders who want speed, quick acceleration, and longer rides between charges.

• For performance and range: The Ather 450 Apex is the clear winner. It offers more power, higher top speed, better acceleration, and nearly 60 km more claimed range than the Suzuki e-Access.

• For brand trust and simplicity: The Suzuki e-Access appeals to buyers who value a well-known Japanese brand and prefer a calm, no-nonsense electric scooter for city use.

• Value for money: Considering the minimal price difference, the Ather 450 Apex delivers far more features and performance, giving it an overall edge.