BGauss C12 MaxR

BGauss C12 MaxR Overview 

• BGauss’ C12 MaxR is its new-gen flagship electric scooter that’s meant for family commutes. 

• Built on the flexible WSA platform, it uses high-tensile micro-alloy steel with robotic welding which gives it a lifespan of about 1.5 lakh km. 

• The 3.8 kWh LFP battery uses an in-wheel hyperdrive motor 

• There are practical storage options and a connected technology suite. 

• BGauss claims it has 182 dealerships and over 350 touchpoints across India. 

 
How does the BGauss C12 MaxR perform? 

• The HyperZen in-wheel motor generates 4.2 kW of peak power. 

• While it goes on to hit a top speed of over 75 kmph, it tackles inclines that have a gradeability of about 18 degrees. 

• Power is sent to the wheel via an integrated gear transmission. It does not have traditional belts or drive chains. 

• Riders can switch between three riding modes: Eco, Ride, and Sport, alongside a handy reverse mode. 

• There is regenerative braking and a cruise control function for relaxed cruising. 

 
What is the design highlight of the BGauss C12 MaxR? 

• The BGauss C12 MaxR electric scooter has a family-friendly design that boasts a quilted seat for enhanced comfort. 

• Its under-seat storage space can accommodate two helmets. 

• Other unique storage bits include a pop-out umbrella holder, a lockable wallet and document glove box, a mobile pocket, and a dedicated cleaning-cloth space. 

• The C12 MaxR has a large, flat floorboard which give you ample room to carry a medium-sized suitcase or grocery bags. 

• BGauss sells the C12 MaxR in four colours: Sparkling Wine with Champagne Gold, Terra Green with Champagne Gold, Pearl White, and Satin Black. 

 
How is the exterior of the BGauss C12 MaxR? 

• The front apron has a distinctive headlamp which provides bright white illumination. 

• In fact, the headlamp, tail lamp, and turn indicators are all LEDs. 

• The C12 MaxR is fitted with 12-inch alloy wheels that get tubeless tyres. 

• It’s ground clearance of 160 mm helps it clear tall speed breakers. 

 
What is the price of the BGauss C12 MaxR? 

• The BGauss C12 MaxR was introduced at an introductory ex-showroom price starting around Rs 1.46 lakh to Rs 1.55 lakh depending on state subsidies and charger inclusions. 

• Prospective buyers should confirm current on-road pricing and local EV incentive benefits with their nearest BGauss showroom. 

 
How much range does the BGauss C12 MaxR return? 

• The BGauss C12 MaxR returns an IDC-certified range of 178 km. 

• Its IP67-rated 3.8 kWh LFP battery is placed inside a heat-dissipating aluminium casing. 

• Battery health and safety are managed by a smart Battery Management System which has about 110 monitoring protections in place. 

 
What unique tech is offered in the BGauss C12 MaxR? 

• It has a 5-inch TFT console that displays turn-by-turn navigation, call alerts, ride telemetry, and also has customisable display themes. 

• The screen has essential readouts like distance-to-empty, service reminders, remember my mode, and a guide my home lighting setup. 

• Safety tech includes FallSense motor shut-off, side-stand and main-stand motor cut-off. 

• It also gets DigiLocker integration, wireless mobile charging, SOS alerts, Parental Lock, and over-the-air software updates. 

How are the ride and handling characteristics of the BGauss C12 MaxR? 

• Up front, it has a pair of telescopic forks to handle shock absorption duties. 

• At the rear, this electric scooter uses a single five-step adjustable Nitrox gas-emulsion shock absorber to comfort the rider over rough roads. 

• It’s 220 mm front disc brake and rear drum brake use the Combined Braking System (CBS) for enhanced stopping abilities. 

Which scooters compete with the BGauss C12 MaxR? 

The BGauss C12 MaxR competes against family-oriented electric scooters like: 

• TVS iQube 

• Ather Rizta 

• Bajaj Chetak 

• Hero Vida V2