Kinetic has entered the affordable EV segment with the DX e-scooter, bringing back the nostalgia of the old Kinetic Honda DX in a modern electric avatar. The scooter is priced at Rs 1.12 lakh and goes up against rivals like the TVS iQube 2.2 kWh, which is priced around Rs 94,434, ex-showroom. But how do these two compare in terms of range, features, and performance? Let’s take a quick look. Starting with the Kinetic Green DX series, both variants come equipped with a 2.6 kWh LFP battery and a 4.8 kW hub motor. The claimed IDC range stands at 102 km for the DX and a higher 116 km for the DX+. Top speed is rated at 80 kmph and 90 kmph, respectively. Both models offer three riding modes: Range, Power, and Turbo, and also feature reverse assist, hill hold, and 37-liter underseat storage. The TVS iQube, in comparison, uses a slightly smaller 2.2 kWh battery that delivers an IDC range of 94 km. It gets a top speed of 75 kmph and accelerates from 0 to 40 kmph in 4.2 seconds. The iQube comes with two riding modes: Economy and Power and charges up to 80% in around 2 hours and 45 minutes, a little less than the Kinetic scooters’ 0-80% in 3 hours. In terms of features, both scooters offer essentials like reverse assist, Bluetooth connectivity, navigation, and CBS. However, the Kinetic DX+ goes a step further with some unique features such as voice alerts through the “My Kiney Companion” system, a patented retractable charging cable, and an 8.8-inch digital display with keyless functionality. It also supports telematics through the Kinetic app with features like vehicle tracking, geofencing, and intruder alerts. Meanwhile, the iQube counters with TVS SmartXonnect, turn-by-turn navigation, USB charging, a TFT display, anti-theft alert system, and practical additions like a side stand motor cut-off, regenerative braking, and a 17-liter underseat storage.