Bengaluru-based Simple Energy has finally launched the much anticipated Wave EV. It was earlier expected to be called Arrive, but Simple Energy recently confirmed the Wave name. The new electric scooter marks the brand’s entry into the family scooter space and brings a more practical design, a large storage area and four battery choices.
The Simple Wave is priced from Rs 1,09,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru). It will be sold in six models across the S, Wave and Wave+ range. Deliveries are scheduled to start from September 25, 2026.
Design
The Wave has a different look from Simple Energy’s One range. The design is smoother and more suited to everyday family use. At the front, it gets a horizontal LED headlamp with a clean-looking front apron. The indicators are placed around the handlebar area. The scooter also gets a flat floorboard, which should make it easier to carry bags and other daily stuff.
Talking about the rear, the Wave gets a slim LED tail lamp with integrated indicators. A large single-piece seat and a proper grab rail give it a more practical appearance. There are six colours to choose from:
- Pearl White
- Polar Blue
- Forest Green
- Coral Red
- Twilight Black
- Dolphin Grey
The seat is 920mm long and the seat height is 775mm. Simple has also provided 175mm of ground clearance and 300mm water-wading capability.
70-Litre Storage
Storage is one of the biggest talking points of the Wave. The scooter offers up to 70 litres of total storage.
| Storage area | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Under-seat storage | 63 litres |
| Glove box | 3 litres |
| Pill storage | 4 litres |
| Total | Up to 70 litres |
The 4-litre Pill storage is placed on the side for quick access. Another similar storage unit can also be added as an accessory.
Battery And Range
Simple Energy is offering the Wave with four battery sizes. This gives buyers different range options depending on their daily use.
| Variant | Battery | IDC Range | Motor | Top Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wave S | 2.2 kWh | 110 km | 4.5 kW | 75 km/h |
| Wave S | 2.7 kWh | 132 km | 6.4 kW | Up to 90 km/h |
| Wave | 3.7 kWh | 171 km | 6.4 kW | 90 km/h |
| Wave+ | 5 kWh | 243 km | 6.4 kW | 90 km/h |
The top Wave+ uses a 5 kWh battery and has the highest claimed range of 243 km. Its PMSM motor produces 6.4 kW, with 179 Nm of wheel torque.
The 2.2 kWh and 2.7 kWh versions use LFP battery chemistry, while the 5 kWh version uses NCA chemistry. The battery and motor have IP67 protection.
Features And Technology
Depending on the version, the Wave gets either a 7-inch LCD or a 7-inch TFT display.
The TFT version offers:
- Turn-by-turn navigation
- Bluetooth connectivity
- GPS tracking
- Call controls
- Music controls
- USB charging
- OTA updates
Higher versions also get traction control, regenerative braking, hill hold assist, reverse mode, crawl mode and vehicle tracking.
The scooter gets EcoX, Eco and Ride modes. Sport mode is available on the higher variants.
Suspension And Brakes
The Wave uses a tubular steel frame with telescopic front suspension and twin rear shock absorbers. It rides on 12-inch alloy wheels.
Braking hardware includes a front disc and rear drum brake with CBS. Simple has also introduced its Hushdrive technology for quieter drivetrain operation.
Charging is supported through portable chargers. The Wave+ can charge from 0 to 80 per cent in around 2 hours 15 minutes using fast charging.
Price And Rivals
The Simple Wave starts at Rs 1,09,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru). It will compete with electric scooters such as the Ather Konarc, Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube and Vida VX2.
Simple Energy currently has more than 75 outlets across 63 cities. The company plans to increase production and expand its retail network as Wave deliveries begin.