Ampere Reo 80 On-Road Price in India, Specs, Features & Mileage

Ampere Reo 80 at a glance

The Ampere Reo 80 is a electric automatic variant of the Ampere Reo, priced at ₹59,900 (ex-showroom).

Ex-showroom price	₹59,900
Fuel type	Electric
Transmission	Automatic
Colours	Black - Eighty, White - Eighty, Red - Eighty, Blue - Eighty

How it differs from the lower variant

The Reo 80 is Ampere’s cheapest scooter, so there is no cheaper version to compare it against. The only real comparison is with the next model up, the Reo VYB, which costs around ₹72,000. Paying a little extra for the VYB gets you a colored screen instead of a plain one, keyless start, a front disc brake instead of drum brakes, and a full 24-liter boot. The Reo 80 barely has room for a helmet. If you need good storage and better features, the VYB is worth the extra money. But if you just want the lowest price, the 80 works fine.

Engine and transmission

0.25 kW BLDC hub motor, rated and peak power the same

35 Nm torque, enough for city starts and light inclines

Automatic transmission, twist and go

Top speed 25 km/h

Gradeability rated at 7%, fine for flyovers and ramps

No riding modes, just one power setting

Value for money

At ₹59,900, the Reo 80 is fairly priced for what it offers. It is the cheapest LFP battery scooter you can get from a trusted brand with a good service network. However, you do give up a lot to get that low price, there is no under-seat storage, no keyless start, it uses basic drum brakes, and the simple screen looks plain compared to other scooters. Still, it does its main job without any extra fuss. If you want a simple first electric scooter or a second ride for short daily trips, it is a very reasonable choice.

Who should buy it

This scooter is made for anyone who wants a cheap ride for short daily trips like students, people running errands, or families looking for a simple second vehicle. It is also great if you do not have a driving licence yet, as its low speed means you do not need one.

However, you should skip it if you ride more than 30 to 35 km a day, want to carry groceries without a backpack, or prefer good looks and a modern screen. In that case, look at models like the Reo VYB or TVS Orbiter. This scooter is not meant for high speeds or long highway rides, but for short city trips under 40 km, it works fine. If you're weighing this against a four-wheeler purchase for the family instead, our New Cars in India section is worth a look before you decide.

Ampere Reo 80 pros and cons

Pros

Cheapest LFP battery scooter from Ampere
Portable battery, charge it indoors
Low running cost
No licence or registration needed
Solid 3-year battery warranty

Cons

No under-seat storage
Drum brake at the rear
Basic LCD console
Only one available colour
Top speed capped at 25 km/h

Ampere Reo 80 FAQs

How much does the Reo 80 cost on-road in Gurugram?: ₹63,550, roughly, once you add RTO charges and insurance to the ₹59,900 ex-showroom price. The final price changes a little depending on which insurer you go with and whether you opt for zero-dep cover.
Is 80 km of range realistic in daily use?: Honestly, expect somewhere between 60 and 70 km in real conditions, not the full claimed number. Range figures are almost always measured in ideal lab conditions, and things like your weight, riding speed, and how often you brake pull that number down.
How long does the battery take to charge fully?: About 5 hours and 30 minutes from 0 to 100%. The battery is portable too, so you don't need a home charging point, you can just carry it inside and plug it into a regular socket. That's genuinely useful if you live in an apartment without dedicated EV charging in the parking lot. Charging overnight is the easiest thing.
Does this scooter need a driving licence?: No, and that's actually one of the biggest selling points here. The top speed is capped at 25 km/h, which puts it in the low-speed electric vehicle category under Indian rules. That means no RC, no registration, and no licence needed to ride it. It's why you'll see a lot of students and older riders on this scooter specifically.
What's the EMI if I buy this on a loan?: You can expect around ₹863 a month on standard terms, though the exact figure depends on your down payment, interest rate and loan tenure. Some dealers offer zero processing fee schemes during festive periods, which can bring the effective cost down a bit.
How does the warranty work on the battery?: Ampere covers the battery for 3 years or 30,000 km, whichever comes first. That's the standard warranty period across most of the brand's models, not something exclusive to this variant. It covers manufacturing defects and performance issues within those limits, though normal wear and capacity fade over years of use isn't covered.
Does the Reo 80 have a disc brake?: Yes on the front, no at the back, that's a drum brake. This is a pretty standard setup for a scooter at this price and works fine for the speeds it's built for.
Can the Reo 80 handle flyovers and ramps?: Yes, it's rated for a gradeability of 7%, which covers most flyovers and parking ramps you'll run into in a city like Gurugram. Steeper inclines will slow it down more than a petrol scooter would, since the motor's output is modest at 0.25 kW.
How much weight can the Reo 80 carry?: The scooter's kerb weight is 71.4 kg, and it's built for two people, with a footrest and grab rail for the passenger. There's no listed carrying capacity figure for this specific spec sheet, but scooters in this segment typically handle a combined weight up to around 150 kg.
Is there any storage space under the seat?: This variant doesn't come with dedicated under-seat storage, which is one of its bigger compromises.