Ather 450X vs 450S

Spec by spec

The four differences that matter

1. Warp mode and the extra power

Warp is noticeably quicker away from a signal. If you enjoy that, the 450X is the one. If you mostly ride in Eco or Ride mode anyway, the 450S's 5.4 kW is plenty.

2. Touchscreen with Google Maps

The 450X shows turn-by-turn Google Maps on its own screen, so your phone stays in your pocket. On the 450S you navigate with your phone.

3. Traction control and Magic Twist

Multi-Mode Traction Control reduces wheelspin on wet roads — useful through the north-east monsoon. Magic Twist lets you slow down by rolling the throttle back, which becomes second nature within a week.

4. Fast charging with the 3.5 kWh battery

With the bigger battery, the 450X takes up to 30 km in ten minutes at an Ather Grid charger; the 450S takes 15. If you rely on fast chargers, that halves your stops.

Choose the 450X if…

• You will use navigation most days, or ride in the rain often.
• You rely on fast charging, or ride long distances with the 3.5 kWh battery.
• You want Infinite Cruise for stop-go traffic.

Choose the 450S if…

• You mostly ride in town and navigate with your phone.
• You want the 450's handling and dual disc brakes at the lowest price.
• You prefer a high-contrast, non-touch screen that stays readable in bright sun.