Simple Energy has just added a third scooter to its India line-up, and this one is quite different from the sporty One and One Ultra that the Bengaluru-based EV maker is known for. Called the Wave, it’s a family-focused electric scooter that was launched on 2 September 2026 at a starting price of Rs 1,09,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru), with deliveries scheduled to begin on 25 September 2026.
Where the One range leans on sharp styling and outright performance, the Simple Wave is built around practicality, a longer seat, a flatter floorboard, and a claimed 70 litres of storage spread across the scooter. It’s offered with four battery packs, so buyers can pick between a shorter-range, more affordable version or a longer-range one that costs more. Here’s a detailed look at what the Simple Wave offers.
Simple Wave Price in India
The Simple Wave starts at Rs 1,09,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru) for the base variant with the smallest battery pack. This is an introductory price, and it’s worth noting that ex-showroom prices for electric two-wheelers can vary slightly by state because of differences in subsidies and road tax.
Simple Energy has confirmed pricing only for the base variant so far. Prices for the higher battery and display variants have not been officially revealed at the time of writing, so we haven’t listed exact figures for those here; we’ll update this once Simple Energy confirms them.
The Wave is technically sold in six SKUs, built around four battery packs:
- Wave S EBN 2.2 kWh
- Wave S EBN 2.7 kWh
- Wave S TFT 2.7 kWh
- Wave EBN 3.7 kWh
- Wave TFT 3.7 kWh
- Wave+ 5 kWh
The “EBN” and “TFT” tags refer to the instrument cluster fitted; more on that in the features section below. Essentially, the 2.7 kWh and 3.7 kWh packs can each be had with either display, while the smallest 2.2 kWh pack and the largest 5 kWh Wave+ come with fixed instrument clusters.
Simple Wave Variants and Battery Options
The Wave’s four battery options are one of its key differentiators, allowing buyers to choose a scooter based on how much they actually ride rather than being pushed into one fixed range figure.
- 2.2 kWh: the entry point, aimed at riders with short, predictable commutes who want the lowest purchase price.
- 2.7 kWh: a slightly larger pack for riders who want a bit more range without stepping up to the mid variant.
- 3.7 kWh: the middle option, aimed at buyers who ride more regularly through the week and want a comfortable range buffer.
- 5 kWh: the top-spec Wave+ pack, meant for riders who cover longer daily distances or want to charge less frequently.
All four packs are paired with the same 6.4kW motor and a chain-drive transmission, so performance differences between variants come mostly from battery size and the software-based ride modes, not from a different motor. Simple says this is a third-generation motor and battery management system compared to what’s used on the One range, with the motor itself made about 15 percent smaller.
Simple Wave Range and Performance
Here are the claimed IDC (Indian Driving Cycle) range figures for each battery option:
| Battery | Claimed IDC Range |
| 2.2 kWh | 110 km |
| 2.7 kWh | 132 km |
| 3.7 kWh | 171 km |
| 5 kWh | 243 km |
The 243 km figure on the Wave+ is one of the biggest headline claims for the scooter, and it’s the number Simple Energy is leaning on most in its marketing.
It’s important to be clear about what this figure means. IDC range is a claimed, test-cycle figure, obtained under controlled conditions. Your actual range on the road will depend on factors such as speed, traffic, load, road gradient, and the ride mode selected. In everyday riding, it is likely to be lower than the IDC figure. Treat the claimed figures as a way to compare variants, not as a guarantee of how far you’ll travel on a single charge.
On performance, the base WaveS variants get three ride modes, EcoX, Eco and Ride, with a claimed top speed of 75 kmph. The Wave and Wave+ variants add a Sport mode on top of these three, and their claimed top speed goes up to 90 kmph. Simple Energy hasn’t published official 0-40 kmph acceleration figures for the Wave at the time of writing.
Charging
The Simple Wave ships with a 750W portable charger meant for regular overnight charging at home, plugged into a standard socket. Simple Energy hasn’t published a full charging-time chart covering every battery variant, so we won’t guess at numbers for the smaller packs.
The one figure Simple Energy has confirmed is for the top-spec Wave+: using fast charging, it can go from 0 to 80 percent in about 2 hours 15 minutes. This could be useful for riders who need a quicker top-up during the day, though for most owners, plugging in overnight at home with the bundled charger will be the default way to charge. The charging port itself is placed on the front apron rather than under the seat, so you don’t need to lift the seat just to plug the scooter in.
Simple Wave Storage: How Practical Is Its 70-Litre Capacity?
This is arguably the Wave’s headline feature, and Simple Energy has broken the 70 litres down into three separate spaces rather than one large cavity:
- Under-seat storage: around 63 litres, the main compartment under the seat.
- The Pill: a 4-litre quick-access pocket built into the side of the scooter, near the rider’s seat, meant for things you don’t want to dig out of theunder-seatt storage. A matching pocket on the other side is offered as an accessory rather than standard fitment.
- Front apron glove box: a 3-litre cubby up front for small items.
For a family-oriented scooter, this kind of split storage is genuinely useful; the underseat space can swallow a full-face helmet along with some shopping, while the smaller pockets are meant for things like a phone, wallet, or a water bottle that you want quick access to without opening the seat. We haven’t seen official demonstrations of exactly what fits where, so treat the litre figures as a useful comparison point rather than a promise of what specific items will fit.
Design and Dimensions
The Wave moves away from the sharp, aggressive styling of the One and One Ultra. Simple Energy describes the design language as inspired by water and, more specifically, by the fluid shape of a dolphin; you can see this in the smooth body panels, the continuous smile-shaped LED daytime running light, and the rounded mirrors and side panels. At the front, there’s a horizontal LED headlight bar instead of the V-shaped unit on the sportier Simple models, with turn indicators mounted on the handlebar cowl and integrated into the rear LED tail light strip.
Practicality shows up in the dimensions too. The seat is 920 mm long, which Simple Energy claims is the longest seat on any scooter sold in India, long enough to comfortably seat two adults. Despite the longer seat, seat height is actually 5 mm lower than the One at 775 mm, which should help shorter riders get their feet down more easily. Ground clearance is up slightly to 175 mm.
Other confirmed dimensions include a 1,347 mm wheelbase and a payload rating of 150 kg (combined rider, pillion, and luggage weight). The scooter also gets a 300 mm water-wading depth rating, along with IP67 protection for both the battery pack and the motor, relevant if you regularly ride through waterlogged streets during the monsoon. Simple Energy hasn’t officially published a kerb weight figure for the Wave as yet.
The Wave rides on 12-inch alloy wheels at both ends, wrapped in 90-section tyres. Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic fork up front and twin rear shock absorbers at the back, a switch from the single rear shock (monoshock) used on the One range. Simple Energy says this change to twin rear shocks was needed to free up space for the larger underseat storage and to support a higher load-carrying capacity.
Features and Technology
Instrumentation depends on which variant you pick. The Wave+ gets a 7-inch TFT touchscreen display as standard, while the 2.7 kWh and 3.7 kWh variants let you choose between the same 7-inch TFT unit or a simpler 5-inch monochrome display (referred to as the “EBN” or “InfinityBlack” cluster). The base 2.2 kWh variant comes only with the simpler display.
Standard across TFT-equipped variants:
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- GPS-based vehicle tracking
- Call and music controls
- USB charging port
- Over-the-air (OTA) software updates
Simple Energy has also introduced what it calls Hushdrive, engineering aimed at reducing motor and drivetrain noise for a quieter ride, and a third-generation battery management system that handles thermal protection, onboard diagnostics, real-time range estimation, and a smart overnight-charging function meant to protect long-term battery health.
Colour choice varies by variant: the base 2.2 kWh version is offered in two colours, the 2.7 kWh variants get four, and the 3.7 kWh and 5 kWh variants get the full six-colour palette, Pearl White, Polar Blue, Forest Green, Coral Red, Twilight Black, and Dolphin Grey.
Safety and Hardware
Braking hardware is shared across the range: a front disc and a rear drum brake, working together through a Combined Braking System (CBS). This is a step down from the One range, which uses a rear disc, a reasonable trade-off Simple Energy appears to have made to hit the Wave’s lower starting price.
Rider-assist features include:
- GripSense (traction control) offered only on the higher variants, unlike the One range where it’s standard across the board
- Hill hold assist (branded “Super Hold” by Simple Energy), for holding the scooter steady on inclines
- DropSafe cuts motor power automatically if the scooter starts to tip over
- Regenerative braking
- Reverse and Crawl modes useful for manoeuvring in tight parking spots
- Limp Home mode restricts performance when the battery is critically low, so you can still cover a short distance to the nearest charging point
Simple Wave vs Other Electric Scooters
The Wave enters a competitive family electric-scooter segment that includes the Ather Konarc, Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube, Hero Vida and Vida VX2.
Simple Energy’s main pitch is range: at 243 km IDC, the Wave+ is one of the biggest range claims in this price bracket. The starting price of Rs 1,09,999 also places it competitively at the lower end of the segment, though remember that this is only the base variant’s price; the higher-capacity Wave and Wave+ variants will cost more, but Simple Energy has not announced their prices yet.
Where the Wave stands out is its tiered battery approach: most rivals offer either a single battery size or two closely spaced options, whereas the Wave spans four packs and a fairly wide price range. Storage is another genuine differentiator, with the 70-litre claim ahead of what most direct rivals advertise.
We’d hold off on a full point-by-point comparison until Simple Energy reveals pricing for the mid and top variants; comparing a scooter whose full price ladder isn’t public yet against rivals with known on-road pricing wouldn’t give you an accurate picture.
Availability and Deliveries
The Simple Wave is now open for the public to explore, with deliveries confirmed to begin on 25 September 2026. Simple Energy hasn’t clarified whether this delivery date applies to every variant or only the base version, so buyers of higher variants should confirm timelines with their nearest dealership.
Simple Energy currently operates more than 75 outlets across 63 cities in India, and the company has said it plans to set up dedicated “Simple Super Labs” company-owned service centres aimed at cutting average repair turnaround time from around 15 days down to about three days. This is worth keeping in mind if after-sales service network and turnaround speed matter to your buying decision, since Simple Energy’s retail footprint is still smaller than that of more established players like TVS, Bajaj, or Hero.
Who Is the Simple Wave For?
The Simple Wave looks best suited to:
- Family riders who need to carry a pillion regularly; the long seat and grab rail are built with this in mind
- Daily city commuters who want a scooter that comfortably manages errands, groceries, and a helmet or two without needing a backpack every time
- Buyers who specifically want a range option to match their commute; the four-battery spread means you’re not paying for range you don’t need, or stuck with less than you do need
- Riders comfortable buying from a newer brand: Simple Energy is smaller than the established EV two-wheeler makers, so its service network and long-term ownership experience are still being tested at scale
Riders who prioritise sharper performance, a bigger dealer network with faster service turnaround today (not once new service centres are set up), or a scooter with a longer on-ground track record may be better served by looking at the Ather Konarc, TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, or Vida VX2 for now, at least until Simple Energy’s full pricing and after-sales expansion plans play out.
Final Verdict
The Simple Wave is a well-thought-out shift for Simple Energy, moving from its performance-first One range into a genuinely practical, family-oriented scooter. The four-battery lineup gives buyers more choice based on their daily riding needs, while the 70-litre storage capacity is a clear practicality-focused feature. The claimed 243 km range on the Wave+ is competitive for this segment.
That said, several pieces of the picture are still missing. Pricing for the higher-capacity Wave and Wave+ variants hasn’t been announced, so it’s too early to say how the scooter stacks up on value beyond its base variant. Buyers should also weigh Simple Energy’s comparatively smaller service network against the wider reach of established rivals, at least until the company’s promised expansion is visible on the ground. Once variant-wise pricing and real-world range data become available, it will be easier to judge how competitive the Wave really is. For now, buyers should wait for the complete price list before booking.
FAQs
What is the price of the Simple Wave electric scooter in India?
The Simple Wave starts at Rs 1,09,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru) for the base 2.2 kWh variant. Prices for the higher-capacity Wave and Wave+ variants haven't been announced yet.
What is the range of the Simple Wave?
Claimed IDC range varies by battery pack: 110 km on the 2.2 kWh, 132 km on the 2.7 kWh, 171 km on the 3.7 kWh, and up to 243 km on the top-spec 5 kWh Wave+. Real-world range will typically be lower, depending on riding conditions.
How much storage space does the Simple Wave offer?
Simple Energy claims up to 70 litres in total, split across three spaces: around 63 litres under the seat, a 4-litre "Pill" quick-access pocket, and a 3-litre front apron glove box.
How long does the Simple Wave take to charge?
The scooter comes with a 750W portable charger for regular home charging. Simple Energy has confirmed only one figure so far: the Wave+ can go from 0 to 80 percent in about 2 hours 15 minutes using fast charging.
When will Simple Wave deliveries begin?
Deliveries are scheduled to start on 25 September 2026. Simple Energy hasn't clarified whether this date applies to every variant, so buyers of higher variants should confirm timelines with their nearest dealership.
