Ola Electric S1 X+ 5.2 kWh Receives ICAT Certification
Ola Electric has announced that its new Ola S1 X+ powered by the company’s in-house developed 4680 Bharat Cell battery technology has officially received certification from the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT), Manesar.
The approval has been granted under the Central Motor Vehicle Rules (CMVR), 1989, marking a major milestone for the company’s indigenous EV battery program.
Ola S1 X+ 5.2 kWh Range and Performance
The certified Ola S1 X+ comes with a 5.2 kWh battery pack and is currently positioned as the longest-range scooter in Ola Electric’s mass-market lineup.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Battery | 5.2 kWh Bharat Cell |
| Claimed IDC Range | 320 KM |
| Top Speed | 125 km/h |
| Motor Power | 11 kW Mid-Drive Motor |
| Certification | ICAT / CMVR Approved |
According to the company, the scooter is capable of delivering an IDC-certified range of 320 kilometres on a single charge, making it one of the highest-range electric scooters in India.
What Is Bharat Cell Technology?
The scooter uses Ola Electric’s indigenously developed 4680 Bharat Cell technology. The company claims that the battery offers:
- Higher energy density
- Better thermal management
- Improved efficiency
- Enhanced safety performance
This certification also signals the broader rollout of Bharat Cell technology across Ola Electric’s future scooter and motorcycle lineup.
ICAT Validation and Safety Checks
As per the company, the certification process included multiple regulatory and safety evaluations conducted by ICAT. These tests reportedly covered:
- Vehicle safety standards
- Functional safety checks
- Range validation
- Performance compliance
- CMVR regulatory norms
Company Statement
An Ola Electric spokesperson said the certification represents a major step toward bringing locally developed EV battery technology to the mass market at scale.
The company also stated that the scooter is aimed at making electric mobility more practical and accessible beyond metro cities and urban markets.
Why This Matters
The ICAT approval is important because it strengthens India’s push toward:
- Indigenous EV battery manufacturing
- Reduced import dependency
- Localized electric vehicle ecosystems
- Affordable long-range electric mobility
With rising competition in the EV sector, Ola Electric’s Bharat Cell initiative could become a major differentiator in India’s electric two-wheeler market.
