Ather 450X Battery Price and Warranty [2025]
If you own an Ather 450X or thinking about buying one, the battery situation is probably keeping you up at night. Let me break down everything about the battery price and warranty without the sales pitch nonsense.
How Much Does an Ather 450X Battery Replacement Cost?
A new Ather 450X battery will cost you around ₹60,000. That’s for a brand new battery pack manufactured by Ather themselves.
But wait, there are cheaper options if you’re not picky about having everything brand new. Second-hand or refurbished batteries can cost between ₹33,300 to ₹52,900 for the 450X, depending on the battery capacity and condition.
The price difference comes down to which variant you have. The 450X comes in two battery options – a 2.9kWh version and a 3.7kWh version. Obviously, the bigger battery costs more to replace.
I know what you’re thinking – ₹60,000 is a lot of money. That’s almost half the price of some budget scooters. But before you panic, let’s talk about the warranty situation because it’s actually pretty decent.
Standard Warranty Coverage
All Ather scooters come with a standard warranty of 3 years or 30,000 kilometers, whichever comes first. This covers pretty much everything on the scooter, though it excludes normal wear and tear items like brake pads and tires.
But here’s where it gets interesting. Ather has been rolling out different warranty programs over the years, and honestly, it can get confusing to track what applies to which model year.
The Eight70 Warranty Program
This is where things get really good for Ather owners. The Eight70 warranty offers an 8-year battery warranty that covers both failures and degradation.
Under the Eight70 scheme, Ather provides battery warranty for up to 8 years or 80,000 km, whichever comes first, with 70 percent battery health assurance plus full coverage against manufacturing defects.
What does the 70% battery health thing mean? Simple – if your battery drops below 70% of its original capacity anytime during those 8 years, Ather will replace it for free. That’s actually a solid deal considering how battery degradation usually works.
The catch? The Eight70 warranty is an optional add-on that costs ₹4,999 and is only available if you opt for the Pro pack. So you need to buy this when you purchase the scooter – you can’t add it later.
Pro Pack Battery Protection
If you go for the Pro variant, you get something called Ather Battery Protect. This guarantees that the battery will maintain at least 70% state of health until the end of the 5th year, otherwise the battery gets replaced.
This is included with the Pro pack, so you don’t pay extra for it. But it’s only 5 years compared to the 8 years you get with the Eight70 add-on.
What Happens After Warranty?
This is where things get tricky. I found cases of people dealing with battery degradation issues once their warranty expires. One owner reported battery degradation issues on their 3-year-old Ather 450X after crossing 15,000 km.
Once you’re out of warranty, you’re looking at that ₹60,000 replacement cost if you want a brand new battery. The used battery market exists, but finding good quality used batteries can be hit or miss.
Should You Buy the Extended Warranty?
Look, ₹4,999 for an extra 3 years of battery coverage sounds reasonable when you consider that a replacement battery costs ₹60,000. If you plan to keep your scooter for more than 5 years, it’s probably worth it.
The math is simple: pay ₹5,000 now or potentially pay ₹60,000 later. Even if there’s only a 10% chance you’ll need a battery replacement in those extra 3 years, the extended warranty pays for itself.
Battery Variants and Pricing
The Ather 450X comes in different battery configurations:
- 2.9 kWh variant – Cheaper option with decent range
- 3.7 kWh variant – Premium option with better range
The replacement costs vary based on which battery pack you have. The 3.7 kWh battery obviously costs more to replace than the 2.9 kWh version.
Real-World Battery Life
Here’s something they don’t always tell you upfront – battery degradation is real and it happens gradually. Most lithium-ion batteries start showing noticeable degradation after 3-4 years of regular use.
The good news is that Ather’s warranty terms account for this. The 70% health guarantee means your battery can degrade to some extent and still be considered “normal.” It’s only when it drops below 70% that warranty kicks in.
Frequently Asked Questions (F.A.Q)
Can I buy just the Eight70 warranty without the Pro pack?
No, the Eight70 warranty is only available as an add-on to the Pro pack.
What if my battery fails after 8 years?
You’ll need to pay for replacement at whatever the current market price is.
Are used batteries reliable?
Used batteries can work, but there’s always risk involved. You don’t get warranty coverage on used batteries.
Can I upgrade from a smaller battery to a larger one? Technically possible but would require significant modifications and wouldn’t be cost-effective.
Final Thoughts
The Ather 450X battery situation isn’t perfect, but it’s not terrible either. The upfront warranty coverage is solid, especially if you opt for the Eight70 program. Yes, ₹60,000 is expensive for a replacement battery, but that’s the reality of current battery technology costs.
