Ultraviolette Tesseract

ELECTRIC SCOOTER  ·  Launch  2026

India’s First 100V Scooter Architecture

कैप्ड क्रूसेडर, ek scooter le lo.

What if Batman rode a scooter?

Pull up to any traffic signal on the Ultraviolette Tesseract and you won’t need a horn — the sheer visual drama will part the sea of autos and cabs like Moses on a battery pack. Ultraviolette, the Bengaluru startup backed by TVS Motors, has spent the better part of two years making every other premium scooter look like it belongs in a 2015 time capsule.

The Tesseract doesn’t just arrive, it announces itself. Four colours grace the lineup: Desert Sand, Sonic Pink, Solar White, and Stealth Black. If you pick Stealth Black, you may very well be the Batman.

Specifications

SPECIFICATION	3.5 kWh BASE	5 kWh MID	6 kWh TOP
Peak Power	10 kW	15 kW	15 kW
IDC Range	162 km	220 km	261 km
Top Speed	125 km/h	125 km/h	125 km/h
0–60 km/h	2.9 sec	2.9 sec	2.9 sec
Battery	3.5 kWh	5 kWh	6 kWh
Ex-Showroom	₹1,45,000	₹1,70,000	₹2,00,000

Architecture & Chassis

›      India’s first 100V scooter architecture (vs. industry standard 48V–72V)

›      Mid-mounted electric motor with axial battery cooling (5× better thermal conductivity)

›      Conventional telescopic forks (front) + dual rear shock absorbers

›      Dual-channel ABS with disc brakes at both ends

›      14-inch alloy wheels with radial tyres

›      34-litre under-seat storage fits a full-face helmet

›      8-year / 2,00,000 km battery warranty

›      Colours: Desert Sand, Sonic Pink, Solar White, Stealth Black

Driving Impressions: Hold On to Your Helmet

In real-world testing in early 2026, the Tesseract consistently hit 0–60 km/h in under 3 seconds, quicker than many 200cc petrol motorcycles. The top speed of 125 km/h makes highway runs genuinely confident; overtaking trucks and buses without the motor feeling stressed is entirely possible.

The belt-drive system is whisper-quiet, giving a distinct “stealth mode” sensation while cruising. Ride modes span from silky urban glide to whoa!

Eco Mode Range optimised, smooth delivery

City Mode Balanced — the daily default

Combat Mode Full 15 kW unleashed

Two levels of traction control, four levels of dynamic regenerative braking, Hill Hold Control, and dual-channel ABS mean you’re well looked after regardless of what the roads and your confidence throw at you.

Tech That Makes You Feel Like a Pilot

This is where Ultraviolette goes properly wild. The Tesseract is the first Indian scooter to feature onboard cameras at both ends, radar-based ADAS, collision alerts, blind-spot monitoring, and lane-change assist, all calibrated specifically for India’s beautifully unpredictable traffic.

›      7-inch full-colour TFT touchscreen with inbuilt navigation

›      Blind-spot detection with visual alerts on the TFT display

›      Haptic feedback handlebar, vibrates to warn of approaching collisions

›      Dual 4K dashcams (front + rear) for those disputed insurance claims

›      Wireless phone charging while riding

›      Smartphone connectivity for calls, SMS, and music control

›      2-level traction control + 4-level dynamic regenerative braking

›      Hill Hold Control + Dynamic Stability Control

Charging

Via Ultraviolette’s Supernova fast-charging network: 20% to 80% in just 30 minutes. A full charge at home on a standard 15A socket takes approximately 5 hours. The charging speed is 2× the industry average, thanks to the 100V architecture.

How It Compares to Rivals

	Tesseract	Ola S1 Pro	Ather 450X	River Indie
Peak Power	20.1 bhp ✓	11.3 bhp	8.7 bhp	—
Top Speed	125 km/h ✓	116 km/h	100 km/h	90 km/h
Max Range	261 km ✓	~200 km	~150 km	161 km
ADAS / Radar	Yes ✓	No	No	No
Battery	6 kWh ✓	3.97 kWh	3.7 kWh	—
Starting Price	₹1.45L	₹1.47L	₹1.44L	₹1.55L

The rivals bring a knife to a gunfight. The Tesseract brings radar. On every measurable metric, power, range, top speed, technology, the Tesseract wins its class comprehensively, yet its starting price of ₹1.45 lakh sits right alongside the Ola S1 Pro and Ather 450X. Remarkable.

The One Catch (And It’s a Bit Thanos-Shaped)

As one publication memorably put it: “Even Thanos got his Tesseract quicker.” The launch has slipped from early 2026 to January 2027, with Ultraviolette citing extended development to refine the platform based on customer feedback. The 3.5 kWh base is edging toward market, but the top-spec variants remain in the wings.

The production form is expected to be revealed post-June 2026, with a possible showcase at EICMA in November. If patience is a virtue, Ultraviolette’s 70,000+ booking holders are currently very virtuous indeed.

Verdict

The Ultraviolette Tesseract is the most ambitious electric scooter India has ever produced, a machine with a genuine performance edge, technology that embarrasses far pricier vehicles worldwide, and a price tag that feels almost suspiciously fair. This is where कैप्ड क्रूसेडर shops.

OVERALL RATING 9 / 10★★★★★★★★★☆

Performance:  10/10 Technology:  10/10 Range:  9/10 Value for Money:  9/10 Availability:  7/10