Lohia’s fresh EV arm, Youdha. It has launched the Lohia Youdha EPOD. A future-gen electric passenger three-wheeler. Entering India’s thriving L5 market with robust value proposition and aggressive growth aspirations. The national rollout was on July 17, 2025, at the company’s state-of-the-art Kashipur.
Lohia Youdha EPOD: Key Features and Specifications
- Price: The Youdha EPOD retails for ₹2.79 lakh (ex-showroom). Targeting commercial fleet operators and self-employed mobility entrepreneurs directly.
- Battery & Motor: Driven by an 11.8kWh Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) battery pack. A 6kW permanent magnet synchronous motor, the EPOD provides 50-53Nm torque.
- Certified Range: 227km range per charge in Indian road and weather conditions.
- Performance: 45km/h top speed, 300mm water-wading capability. 155-160mm ground clearance, and two driving modes (City/Boost). The three-wheeler is equipped with hydraulic brakes, regenerative braking. It is quick-charging compatible (4-5hr full charge).
- Design & Comfort: Aerodynamic body, ergonomically styled cabin, 7-inch digital LED cockpit. Driver-centric controls, 13° gradeability.
- Capacity: Designed to carry three persons behind the driver, ideal for conventional “auto” duty cycles.
- Manufacturing: Made at Kashipur, Uttarakhand, capacity of 100,000 units annually. Initial roll-out is in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Assam, followed by pan-India expansion.
Industry Response and Market Position
Industry experts and media experts have hailed the EPOD. It’s attractive entry price, strong range, and considerate driver/passenger-oriented design. The launch places Youdha in line with incumbent rivals like Mahindra, Bajaj, and TVS in the rapidly growing L5 market. It is key to last-mile connectivity in urban and semi-urban India. The 3W has been interpreted as a move to directly address the increasing demand. For value-for-money, high-performance electric mobility options fueled by increased fuel prices. EV incentives at the governmental level, and the proliferating last-mile ride and delivery business.
What’s in Store for Lohia Youdha EPOD
- An intended roll-out of wider-body models (six passengers). Electrical cargo three-wheelers, expanding their EV range further.
- Expansion into the electric two-wheeler segment, under a parallel brand, in the next two years.
- Investment in after-sales service infrastructure and scale-up of manufacturing. Drawing upon Lohia’s heritage in e-mobility and trusted domestic supply chain.
ELCTRIK Speaks
Through the Youdha EPOD, Lohia is not only launching a product. But it is rebranding itself from a legacy e-rickshaw maker to a comprehensive. Consumer-focused commercial EV player and marking a new beginning for the company as well as the Indian electric three-wheeler industry.
