Key Highlights:
- Launched at Rs 14.90 lakh (ex-showroom)
- Claimed Range on single charge: 130 Km
- 0-50 Kmph in 2.6 seconds
- Deliveries to commence from September
BMW Motorrad has introduced its most expensive electric scooter in India, the CE 04, priced at Rs 14.90 lakh (ex-showroom). Known as BMW Motorrad’s most premium electric scooter, the CE 04’s price far exceeds earlier expectations of Rs 10.0 lakh, surprising many. Pan-India deliveries are expected to start from September.
CE 04 Design:
The BMW CE 04 sports a sleek, customizable maxi-style scooter look, thanks to its length of over two meters. Its bench seat and hefty front end add to its premium feel. Measuring 2,285 mm in length, 855 mm in width and 1,150 mm in height, it boasts a seat height of 780 mm.
The e-scooter rides on 15-inch wheels and features 265 mm disc brakes on both ends, with a telescopic fork at the front and a pre-loaded mono-shock suspension at the rear, which comes calibrated to BMW Motorrad ABS and automatic stability control (ASC).
CE 04 Features:
The electric scooter comes equipped with LED lights (headlight, taillight, and turn indicators), a 10.25-inch color TFT screen, an on-board computer, car-style charging, a storage compartment with charging capability, welcome lights, a windshield, keyless ride, a reversing aid and a side stand with a park brake actuator.
Additionally, you can choose between the Comfort and Dynamic optional packages. The Comfort package includes heated grips and a backrest comfort seat. The Dynamic package offers pro riding modes, a pro headlight, ABS pro, adaptive headlights, and DRLs.
Highlights:
• LED Headlights & Taillight
• 10.25-inch coloured TFT Instrument cluster
• On-board Computer
• Car style charging
• Storage compartment with charging capability
• Welcome lights
• A Windshield
• Keyless ignition
• Reverse parking mode
• Side stand with park brake actuator
• Heated Grips
• Pillion backrest
• Riding modes pro ( multiple riding modes)
• Adaptive headlights
• ABS Pro
• day-time-running-lights (DRL)
• Automatic stability control
CE 04 Powertrain:
The CE 04 churns power from a lithium-ion 8.5 kWh battery pack, running a permanent magnet, liquid-cooled synchronous motor. This electric motor setup, allows the powertrain to deliver a figure of 31.32 kW and 120 W. This E-Scooter can accelerate from 0-50 Kmph in just 2.6 seconds and it’s claimed top speed is around 120 Kmph with a kerb weight of 231 Kg.
The BMW CE 04 features a 2.3kW integrated home charger that can power the scooter from 0 to 80% in just 3 hours and 30 minutes. On a full charge, it generates an impressive range of 130 km (WLTP).
| Battery Pack | Power | Torque | Range (WLTP) |
| 8.5 kWh | 31.32 kW | 120 W | 130 Km |
Elctrik Speaks:
BMW Motorrad’s launch of their first premium electric scooter in India highlights their ambition to lead the Indian electric two-wheeler market. Despite its steep on-road price of 15 lakh, the CE 04 is anticipated to see strong sales. BMW aims to carve out a new market segment, inspiring other luxury automakers to bring similar products to India. This strategy will broaden the market with a variety of options, fostering a sustainable future.
