While Ampere Primus does look like the lovechild of the TVS Wego and long-lost Honda Activa-i if you look hard enough, it is handsome nonetheless and would appeal to a variety of buyers. It gets flowing lines on the side panels and a shapely front end with a design said to be inspired by the Artic Tern bird. Ampere has also designed it in a way that the Primus looks bigger than it is with the large grabrail and panel extension that covers the scooter’s underpinnings.

Let’s get the numbers out of the way first. The Ampere Primus is kitted with a 3kWh Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) battery that is much safer than the NMC battery packs e-scooters usually use. And this is because LFP batteries generate lesser heat and also need lesser maintenance. It is mated to a 3.8kWh mid-mounted motor with belt drive that can propel the Primus to a top speed of 77kmph.

Hopping onto the Primus feels natural. And keeping both feet on the ground is easy thanks to its low seat height. It wouldn’t matter even if you are 5’5. That said, with your feet on the floorboard, the Ampere Primus is equally welcoming. There is ample space to keep a large bag between your feet and still have some room to move.

Right from the get-go the Ampere Primus is a welcoming and likeable scooter. It is styled well with quality and components that are well put together. With a decent top speed and a claimed range that is on par with scooters like the Ola S1, TVS iQube and Ather 450X, the Primus is impressive. It makes a strong case for itself with its pliant suspension setup and commendable ride quality.

But on the other hand, its features, or lack thereof, is its negative point. Especially considering the standard TVS iQube costs just Rs 2,000 over the Primus that is priced at Rs 1.09 lakh, ex-showroom. When compared, the former’s quality and fitment are undeniably better while offering usable features that feel premium too.