TL;DR
VinFast, Ather, Honda, and Ampere are set to launch new electric scooters in India in 2026, signaling increased competition and consumer options.
India's rapidly expanding electric scooter market is poised for significant growth in 2026, with several new models from both established brands and new entrants set to launch. Among the anticipated arrivals are electric scooters from VinFast, Ather Energy, Honda, and Ampere. These launches are expected to intensify competition and offer consumers a wider range of choices in the fast-growing EV segment.
VinFast plans to commence electric scooter sales in India from the second quarter of 2026, utilizing its upcoming manufacturing facility in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu. Ather Energy is developing the affordable EL01 family electric scooter, while Honda is preparing a new electric scooter tailored for the Indian market to address previous limitations. Greaves Electric Mobility is also expected to introduce a new Ampere electric scooter, referred to as the 'Ampere 6th Gen Electric Scooter,' which is anticipated to be priced under ₹1 lakh.
