Stuck between the Ather 450S and Ather Rizta? You’re not alone — both target Indian commuter buyers, but the Ather Rizta edges ahead on ARAI range (159 km vs 122 km). Here’s the honest verdict — specs, real-world range, charging, 5-year cost and features, side by side.
Ather 450S vs Ather Rizta
Ather 450S
commuter
Ather Rizta
commuter
Detailed spec comparison
| Spec | Ather 450S | Ather Rizta |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom (Delhi) | ₹129,990 | ₹114,989 |
| Battery (kWh) | 3 | 2.9 |
| Range ARAI (km) | 122 | 123 |
| Range real-world (km) | 100 | 100 |
| Motor power (hp) | 7 | 6 |
| Torque (Nm) | 22 | 22 |
| Top speed (km/h) | 90 | 80 |
| 0–100 km/h (sec) | 3.9 | 4.7 |
| Fast charging (kW) | — | — |
| Fast charge 10→80 (min) | — | — |
| AC full charge (hrs) | 4 | 5 |
| Boot space (L) | — | — |
| Ground clearance (mm) | — | — |
Green cell = better value for that spec. Based on base/top variant.
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Ather 450S
Ather Rizta
Last updated: Jun 9, 2026
The verdict in 30 seconds
Pick the Ather 450S if you want balanced overall package. Pick the Ather Rizta if you value longer real-world range and lower entry price.
What buyers ask
Which has the better real-world range?
ARAI rates the 450S at 122 km and the Rizta at 159 km. Our real-world estimate (~75% of ARAI) puts them at 91 km vs 119 km respectively — the Rizta edges out by 28 km in mixed city + highway driving.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years?
Both EVs run at roughly ₹1.0–1.5/km, so the 5-year ownership gap is driven by sticker price and depreciation. The Ather Rizta is ~₹0.15L cheaper to start, which typically translates to ₹1.2–1.5L lower 5-year TCO. Use the TCO calculator for your exact variant.
Which is faster to charge?
Peak DC charging rates aren’t published for one of the models — see specs above.
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Last updated: June 2026 · Specs sourced from official manufacturer pages and CarDekho. Real-world range estimates use a 75% ARAI multiplier based on typical Indian conditions.