*New Apé WavE is developed for the affordable L3 passenger EV category
Delivers comfort, safety, and reliability associated with higher-category vehicles
*Powered by a 5.4 kWh battery with 3 kW peak power and 25 Nm torque
Has a gradeability of 19% gradeability with a top speed of 40 kmph
Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd., the wholly owned Indian subsidiary of the Piaggio Group, has expanded its electric passenger vehicle portfolio with the launch of the all-new Apé WavE.
The new electric three-wheeler addresses the rapidly growing affordable passenger EV segment while delivering enhanced comfort, safety, and dependability for urban and semi-urban mobility applications.
The Apé WavE has been engineered to combine the accessibility and ease of ownership with the comfort and driving confidence typically associated with premium L5 mobility solutions. The product has been specially developed for shared mobility operations, fixed-route transportation, and short-distance passenger applications where affordability, operational efficiency, and earning potential are critical considerations.
Diego Graffi, Chairman and Managing Director, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt. Ltd., said, “India’s electric mobility landscape is evolving rapidly, particularly in the passenger three-wheeler category where customers are looking for dependable and economically viable solutions. With the Apé WavE, we are introducing a product that has been developed specifically to meet the needs of drivers seeking affordable ownership along with superior comfort, safety, and operational reliability. The vehicle reflects our understanding of Indian mobility requirements and reinforces our commitment towards sustainable transportation and livelihood generation across the country.”
Amit Sagar, the company’s Executive Vice President CV Domestic Business and Retail Finance, said, “The passenger EV segment continues to witness strong demand, particularly in markets where shared mobility and short-distance transportation play an important role in daily commuting. The Apé WavE has been designed to offer customers an ideal balance between acquisition cost, operational savings, and passenger experience. With robust build quality, low maintenance requirements, strong ride comfort, and trusted Apé reliability, the vehicle is expected to create a strong value proposition for drivers and fleet operators alike.”
The Apé WavE will be available through Piaggio dealerships across India at a starting price of ₹2,49,000/- (ex-showroom) across India.
