Suzuki's first electric scooter, the e-Access, has undergone real-world testing in India, providing insights into its performance and what it might mean for the Nepali market.
What the Indian test found
Indian road tests of the Suzuki e-Access show a real-world range of about 88 km on a full charge, compared to the company’s claimed 95 km range under official test cycles. The scooter is powered by a hub-mounted permanent magnet synchronous motor producing 4.1 kW of peak power and 15 Nm of torque, with 90 Nm of torque at the rear wheel. It uses a 3 kWh LFP (lithium iron phosphate) battery, a chemistry known for longer battery life and better thermal stability compared to NCM batteries, though it offers lower energy density.
The scooter achieves a top speed of 80 km/h, slightly higher than the previously reported 70–71 km/h. Charging with the standard portable 600W charger takes roughly 6 hours, slightly faster than earlier estimates, when plugged into a standard 12A, 3-pin socket. Unlike initial reports, there is no fast-charging option available.
Performance Details
The e-Access features three riding modes: Ride A, Ride B, and Eco. Ride A and Ride B offer similar performance, differing mainly in the level of regenerative braking. In Ride A mode, the scooter accelerates to 20 kph in 2.05 seconds and to 40 kph in 4.94 seconds. Roll-on acceleration tests show it takes 5.46 seconds to go from 20-50 kph and 17.01 seconds from 30-70 kph. The scooter is equipped with a disc brake at the front and a drum brake at the rear, with strong regenerative braking aiding smooth urban commuting.
Price context for Nepali buyers
In India, the e-Access has been launched at around Rs 1.88 lakh ex-showroom, which translates to roughly Rs 3–3.5 lakh in Nepali rupees before local taxes and dealer margins. After customs duty, VAT, and other charges, a possible Nepal retail price could easily cross Rs 4.5–5 lakh if imported at similar positioning.
That would place the e-Access well above mainstream petrol scooters like the Suzuki Access 125 already sold in Nepal, and into the bracket of higher-end electric scooters and entry-level motorcycles.
Is the e-Access likely for Nepal?
Suzuki’s petrol scooters, especially the Access 125, are already present and well-regarded in Nepal for comfort and practicality. Social posts from Nepali auto pages have begun highlighting the e-Access as Suzuki’s first EV scooter, suggesting growing interest, but no official launch announcement has been made for Nepal yet.
If Suzuki Nepal decides to bring it, the e-Access would offer:
- A familiar Access family design with an electric powertrain.
- Urban-focused range of 80–90 km per charge, enough for daily city commuting.
- LFP battery chemistry, which generally favours longer cycle life and thermal stability over outright range.
However, its relatively high expected price and moderate range mean it would mainly appeal to city riders who value brand reliability, low running costs, and are ready to pay a premium for an established manufacturer’s first EV scooter.
For now, Nepali buyers should watch Suzuki’s India rollout and performance more closely: if the e-Access gains traction there and Suzuki expands EV infrastructure, it increases the chances that this scooter could be officially introduced in Nepal in the coming years.
Writes on vehicle pricing, taxation and the Nepali auto market from ongoing tracking of distributor price lists. Editorial policy.
