BMW CE 02 launched at Rs 4.50 lakh in India: Here’s its drive report

First electric from BMW Motorrad: BMW Motorrad, the two-wheeler division of BMW, launched the CE-02 at Rs 4.50 lakh (ex-showroom) in India today. This is the fourth product from BMW Motorrad that is being manufactured in India. The company is calling the BMW CE-02 an E-Parkourer, as it is neither an electric scooter nor an electric motorcycle. This EV is available in two variants and has a claimed range of 108km on a single charge. We had a very short spin organised by BMW Motorrad in Delhi NCR, and here’s what we think about this EV.

BMW CE 02 Electric price:

BMW Motorrad’s CE 02 starts at Rs 4.50 lakh (ex-showroom) in India. There is also an option for the Highline trim with additional cosmetic changes and features on offer.

BMW CE 02 Electric design:

The front design of the BMW CE 02 has simple aesthetics. It comes with all LED headlights and indicators with LED DRLs. The CE 02 has a wide tyre profile in both the front and rear. The front tyre comes with a 120-section tyre and 14-inch alloy and the rear tyre comes with a 150-section tyre and 14-inch alloy.

The BMW CE 02 has a seat height of 785mm. The rear profile of the CE 02 has a wide wheel bumper with a subtle CE 02 badging. The taillamps are all LED units with indicators. The pillion gets proper grab handles for holding and safety.

BMW CE 02 Electric features:

The BMW CE 02 comes with a decent feature list on offer. For starters, it is offered with a 3.5-inch TFT instrument cluster that shows a variety of details such as range, battery percentage and warnings to name a few. Coming to the riding modes, the stock CE 02 is offered with two riding modes, Flow which is equivalent to the Eco mode and Surf is equivalent to the Normal mode.

BMW also offers a Highline Package of the CE 02, which adds the Flash riding mode, equivalent to the Sports mode. These riding modes alter the throttle response and enhance the regenerative braking. This package also offers heated grips, a smartphone holder plus connected ride control and a 1.5 KW quick charger.

BMW CE 02 Electric specifications:

The BMW CE 02 is available with a single battery option in India. It has a 3.94 kWh battery pack and comes with air cooling. The power output from the motor is 14.5 BHP and the torque output of 55 Nm. It has a claimed top speed of 95 km/h and a claimed range of 108 km on a single charge. BMW Motorrad claims that the CE 02 can go from 0-50km/h in 3 seconds.

BMW CE 02 Electric suspension:

The CE 02 is equipped with an upside-down fork at the front and a mono-shock suspension at the rear. The Highline package comes equipped with a golden covering on the outside.

BMW CE 02 Electric charging:

BMW Motorrad provides a standard 0.9kWh charger with the CE-02 electric. The claimed time of 0-100 per cent charge is 312 minutes. The claimed time of the 20 to 80 per cent charge is 168 minutes. The Highline package is provided with a 1.5kWh battery pack. This has a claimed time of 210 minutes for 0-100 per cent charging. The 20-80 per cent charging is done in 102 minutes.

BMW CE 02 Electric drive report:

BMW Motorrad organised a short rider to get the experience of the CE 02 EV. On our short spin, we were able to highlight some key aspects of the vehicle. Here is our experience:  

The 785mm seat height is comfortable for taller passengers and the seat width is also decently comfortable. Our experience on the rides was comfortable while commuting in the city. The front-set footpegs offered a relaxed riding posture and for aggressiveness, the rear-set footpegs are there.

During our experience ride, the performance from each riding mode was evident. However, regenerative braking worked the best while using the Flash riding mode. For the unversed, regenerative braking helps in minimising the use of brakes, which, in turn, helps in ensure a longer life of the disc pads.

On taking the vehicle in the potholes and bad road conditions, the suspension felt to be tuned on the softer side, and during our test ride, it provided decent comfort. Since it has soft suspension tuning, the small bits and potholes were evident on the handlebar and seats. This tuning of softer suspension setup helped in easy maneuverability and the 142 kg weight of the scooter didn’t felt heavy.

Conclusion:

The BMW CE 02 comes with a stylish design, a decent range, and modern features. It offers a comfortable ride for your daily commutes in the city and for additional features, the Highline package offers additional riding modes, exterior graphics, and accessories. It is a practical, comfortable offering from the BMW Motorrad in the country.