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  • TVS Motor Launches TVS NTORQ 150 with Alexa, Smartwatch Integration and ABS

    TVS NTORQ 150

    Bengaluru: TVS Motor Company announced the launch of the TVS NTORQ 150, positioning it as India’s quickest hyper sport scooter.

    Powered by a race-tuned 149.7cc O3CTech engine, the scooter delivers segment-leading acceleration of 0–60 km/h in 6.3 seconds and achieves a top speed of 104 km/h. The introductory price is set at ₹1,19,000 (ex-showroom, all India).

    Performance of the TVS NTORQ 150

    The TVS NTORQ 150 generates 13.2 PS at 7,000 rpm and 14.2 Nm torque at 5,500 rpm. Its advanced performance is supported by race and street riding modes, sport-tuned suspension, lightweight alloys, and a unique muffler note, making it the fastest scooter in its category.

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    Design Inspired by Stealth Aircraft

    With a futuristic design, the TVS NTORQ 150 integrates MULTIPOINT® projector headlamps, aerodynamic winglets, naked motorcycle-style handlebar, and signature ‘T’ taillamps. Coloured alloy wheels, jet-inspired vents, and an aggressive stance reflect its hyper sport DNA.

    Technology and Connectivity

    Equipped with a high-resolution TFT cluster and TVS SmartXonnect™, the TVS NTORQ 150 offers more than 50 connected features. These include Alexa and smartwatch integration, live vehicle tracking, turn-by-turn navigation, ride statistics, call and message alerts, OTA updates, and custom widgets.

    Safety and Comfort

    The NTORQ 150 ensures rider confidence with first-in-segment ABS and traction control, emergency brake warning, hazard lamps, crash/theft alerts, and follow-me headlamps. Comfort is enhanced through telescopic suspension, adjustable brake levers, a patented E-Z center stand, and a 22-litre under-seat storage space.

    Colour Variants

    The scooter is available in two variants:

    • TVS NTORQ 150 – Stealth Silver, Racing Red, Turbo Blue
    • TVS NTORQ 150 with TFT Cluster – Nitro Green, Racing Red, Turbo Blue

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    Gaurav Gupta, President, India 2W Business, TVS Motor Company, said, “The TVS NTORQ 150 combines race-inspired performance, advanced connectivity, and first-in-segment features to delight consumers and strengthen our scooter portfolio.”

    Aniruddha Haldar, Senior Vice President, added, “Over two million NTORQ riders and communities have defined the NTORQ legacy. The all-new TVS NTORQ 150 is designed for Gen Z riders who aspire for high performance, futuristic design, and advanced connected technology.”

    Author

    • Salil Urunkar

      Salil Urunkar is a senior journalist and the editorial mind behind Sahyadri Startups. With years of experience covering Pune’s entrepreneurial rise, he’s passionate about telling the real stories of founders, disruptors, and game-changers.

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