Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) Primus
Electric scooter · 2W · Launched 2024
₹1.20 Lakh
Ex-showroom India
Range
107 km
Battery
3.8 kWh
Top speed
77 km/h
Charge
5.5 hr
Power
4.3 bhp
Seats
—
Available colors
Overview
Ampere Primus sits between Nexus and Magnus. Good balance of range, features, and affordability for Tier 2 city commuters.
Best for
Tier 2/3 city commuters wanting a practical, affordable high-speed scooter
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Affordable at ₹1.1L with subsidy
- Detachable battery for apartment dwellers
- 98 kg — lightweight and easy to handle
- Greaves Group backing
−Cons
- 77 km/h feels limiting
- 107 km range is average
- Basic connectivity features
- Plastic body quality average
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Full troubleshooting guide
Ampere Primus Self-Help Guide — Solving Issues Without a Workshop Visit
Step-by-step fixes for the 5 most-reported faults, with difficulty + cost ratings. Written by ev.care's DIYguru-certified technicians.
Read the full guideImportant: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Battery latch mechanism needs care
Reported in earlier models — Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) has released fixes for newer batches.
Range optimistic in real conditions
Reported in earlier models — Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) has released fixes for newer batches.
Range drops 15-25% in winter and heavy monsoon
Reported in earlier models — Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) has released fixes for newer batches.
12V auxiliary battery weakens after 2-3 years of daily use
Reported in earlier models — Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) has released fixes for newer batches.
Display/console firmware glitches resolved by OTA update
Reported in earlier models — Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) platforms. We've completed thousands of Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1Best value in ₹1-1.3L range
- 2Compare with Okinawa Okhi-90 for range
- 3Install a dedicated 16A wall socket on a separate MCB at home
- 4Check battery warranty terms — most exclude consumable cells
- 5Test ride at full charge to feel real-world acceleration
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 3.8 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 107 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 5.5 hours |
| Fast charge | Not supported (AC only) |
| Battery warranty | 3 years / 50,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 77 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 4.3 bhp |
| Torque | — |
| Motor type | BLDC |
| Drive type | — |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 98 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | — |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | — |
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Repair & care guides for the Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) Primus
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Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) Primus
₹1.20 Lakh
Bottom line
The Ampere Vehicles (Greaves) Primus scores 6.6/10 overall. Best suited for: Tier 2/3 city commuters wanting a practical, affordable high-speed scooter. Key strength: affordable at ₹1.1l with subsidy. Main consideration: 77 km/h feels limiting.
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