Based on the document “Press Release – Keeway – All New – Hypevolt-R – EV (1).pdf”, Keeway India announced the launch of its Hypevolt-R electric scooter on July 3, 2026, in Hyderabad, marking its entry into the premium performance electric scooter segment in India. The scooter is introduced at an ex-showroom price of ₹1,99,000, with online bookings open at ₹5,000 through Keeway India’s official website and its network of over 40 authorized dealerships. Available in Crystal White and Platinum Grey, the vehicle is manufactured under Adishwar Auto Ride India Private Limited (AARI).
The Hypevolt-R is built on a high-carbon steel cage frame body with a kerb weight of 140 kg, a 1454 mm wheelbase, 130 mm of ground clearance, and a 770 mm seat height. It features a mid-mounted permanent magnet synchronous motor that delivers 6 kW of rated power, 12 kW of peak power, and 72 N·m of peak torque. This powertrain enables an acceleration of 0 to 40 km/h in 2.3 seconds in Sport mode, a top speed of 115 km/h, and a 30-degree gradability. The vehicle offers Eco, Normal, and Sport riding modes to adjust power delivery. Energy is supplied by a 5.04 kWh dual lithium nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery architecture, consisting of two 72V 35AH parallel removable packs. This system provides an IDC-certified range of 180 km and supports both in-vehicle and off-vehicle charging, reaching an 80% charge in approximately 3 hours.
The suspension system consists of a 33mm upright front telescopic fork and a 5-level adjustable hydraulic rear shock absorber. The scooter rides on 14-inch alloy wheels with a 100/80 front and 120/70 rear semi-slick tubeless tyre configuration, paired with a dual-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS). The exterior incorporates projector LED headlamps with high and low beam functionality alongside a water-flowing LED light strip. For storage and utility, the Hypevolt-R provides a 27-litre under-seat compartment alongside integrated USB Type-A and Type-C charging ports.
The instrumentation consists of a 5-inch TFT display running on a Linux operating system with an AMT630V100 processor and 256MB of storage, carrying an IP66 ingress protection rating. The system supports Bluetooth connectivity and Bluetooth over-the-air (OTA) upgrades, while geofencing and live location tracking are available as optional features. The scooter is equipped with a suite of rider assistance technologies, including a Traction Control System (TCS), Intelligent Cruise Control, Hill Hold Control, Hill Descent Control, Blind Spot Detection, a Rear Reverse Camera, and a dedicated reverse mode.
