Ather Konarc vs TVS Orbiter: Specifications Compared
Ather’s larger-battery Konarc brings more range and performance, while the TVS Orbiter focuses on practicality, comfort and everyday usability
- The Konarc S 161 has a 3.5 kWh battery and 161 km IDC range, compared with the Orbiter V2’s 3.1 kWh battery and 158 km range.
- The Konarc is more powerful, with 4.7 kW peak power, while the Orbiter produces 2.9 kW
- The Orbiter counters with 34-litre boot space, cruise control and a lighter 112 kg kerb weight
The electric scooter market has expanded rapidly, with manufacturers offering products aimed at different kinds of buyers. The Ather Konarc is the latest entrant looking to make its mark with a combination of range, performance and technology, while the TVS Orbiter takes a more practical approach with its spacious design, lightweight construction and convenience-focused features.
Here's a detailed look at how the two electric scooters compare across dimensions, features, range and performance.
Ather Konarc vs TVS Orbiter: Dimensions & Hardware
| Specification | Ather Konarc S 161 | TVS Orbiter V2 |
| Kerb Weight | 129 kg | 112 kg |
| Front Wheel | 14-inch alloy | 14-inch alloy |
| Rear Wheel | 12-inch alloy | 12-inch |
| Front Tyre | 90/90-14 | 90/80-14 |
| Rear Tyre | 100/90-12 | 90/90-12 |
| Front Brake | Disc | Drum |
| Rear Brake | Drum | Drum |
| Front Suspension | Long-travel | Telescopic |
| Boot Space | 31 litres | 34 litres |
The Orbiter has a 17 kg weight advantage over the Konarc and also offers a slightly larger 34-litre boot. Its brochure specifically highlights space for two full-face helmets. The Konarc, meanwhile, gets a larger 100/90-12 rear tyre and a front disc brake.
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Ather Konarc vs TVS Orbiter: Features
| Feature | Ather Konarc S 161 | TVS Orbiter V2 |
| Display | 7-inch DeepView TFT | Colour LCD |
| OTA Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Incoming Call Alerts | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile App | Ather App | TVS Connect |
| Live Scooter Location | Yes | Yes |
| Geofencing | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Alerts | Yes | Yes |
| Crash/Fall Alerts | — | Yes |
| Motor Cut-off on Fall | — | Yes |
| Hill Hold | AutoHold | Automated Hill Hold |
| Cruise Control | — | Yes |
| Reverse/Parking Assist | Park Assist | Forward/Reverse |
| Regenerative Braking | — | Yes |
| USB Charging | Yes | Yes |
| IP67 | Battery & motor | Battery |
The two scooters take different approaches to technology. The Konarc gets Ather's AtherStack Pro, a larger 7-inch display and connected features, while the Orbiter offers features such as cruise control, crash and fall alerts, motor cut-off on fall and regenerative braking.
Ather Konarc vs TVS Orbiter: Range & Performance
| Specification | Ather Konarc S 161 | TVS Orbiter V2 |
| Battery Capacity | 3.5 kWh | 3.1 kWh |
| IDC Range | 161 km | 158 km |
| TrueRange | 130 km | — |
| Top Speed | 70 km/h | 69 km/h |
| 0-40 km/h | 4.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Motor Type | PMSM | BLDC |
| Peak Power | 4.7 kW | 2.9 kW |
| Max Torque | 16 Nm | — |
| Gradeability | 16 degrees | 7° at 20 km/h with 150 kg payload |
| Included Charger | 450 W | 650 W |
| 0-80% Charging | 5 hr 40 min | 4 hr 10 min |
| Faster Charger | 450 W additional capacity | 950 W add-on |
| 0-80% with Faster Charger | 3 hr 10 min | 2 hr 38 min |
On outright performance, the Konarc has the clear advantage. Its 4.7 kW motor produces 16 Nm and takes 4.7 seconds to reach 40 km/h, compared with 6.3 seconds for the Orbiter. Top speed, however, is almost identical, at 70 km/h for the Konarc and 69 km/h for the Orbiter.
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The Konarc also has a small advantage in claimed range, with 161 km versus 158 km, although the Orbiter has the advantage in charging time when using its included charger. TVS quotes 4 hours 10 minutes for a 0-80 per cent charge with the standard 650W charger, while Ather quotes 5 hours 40 minutes for the Konarc's 450W charger.
Ather Konarc vs TVS Orbiter
The Ather Konarc S 161 is the more performance-oriented scooter of the two, with a larger battery, marginally higher claimed range, significantly more peak power and quicker acceleration. It also gets a more sophisticated TFT-based interface.
The TVS Orbiter V2, meanwhile, puts greater emphasis on practicality. It is considerably lighter, has a larger boot, quicker standard charging and adds useful features such as cruise control, hill hold and crash/fall alerts.