TVS Motor’s best-selling scooter gets the BS VI treatment.
27 Nov 2019 | 17158 Views | By Autocar Pro News Desk
One day after it rolled out its first BS VI-compliant two-wheeler, the Apache RTR, TVS Motor Co has expanded its BS VI product range to its popular Jupiter scooter, which is equipped with ET-Fi (Ecothrust Fuel injection) technology. The BS-VI TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi is priced at Rs 67,911 (ex-showroom Delhi).
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One day after it rolled out its first BS VI-compliant two-wheeler, the Apache RTR, TVS Motor Co has expanded its BS VI product range to its popular Jupiter scooter, which is equipped with ET-Fi (Ecothrust Fuel injection) technology. The BS-VI TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi is priced at Rs 67,911 (ex-showroom Delhi).
TVS says it has developed two versions of BS-VI Fi platforms – RT-Fi (Race Tuned Fuel injection) and ET-Fi (Ecothrust Fuel injection). The BS-VI TVS Jupiter gets ET-Fi technology, which is said to provide enhanced overall performance in terms of rideability, smoothness, and fuel economy. The RT-Fi technology, as on the Apache RTR, is designed to provide enjoyable racing experience in all driving conditions.
The Jupiter Classic ET-Fi, clad in a new blue colour, is the first in the Jupiter portfolio to be launched with this technology. It also gets a front panel USB charger and a mobile cubby space in addition to a tinted visor.
Commenting on the new product, Aniruddha Haldar, vice-president (Marketing) - Commuter Motorcycles, Scooters & Corporate Brand, TVS Motor Company, said, “We have taken the opportunity of changeover to BS-VI, and are launching two Fi Technology platforms – RT-Fi and ET-Fi. With Eco Thrust Fuel injection, the Jupiter Classic ET-Fi delivers enhanced overall performance across driveability, smoothness, and fuel economy.”
Launched in 2013, the Jupiter remains the best-selling TVS scooter and is the No. 2 best-selling scooter in India. It crossed the million unit sales mark 30 months after launch and at present has customer base of over 3 million customers. The TVS Jupiter is available in four variants – Base, ZX (Disc and Drum), Classic and Grande.
The BS-VI TVS Jupiter Classic ET-Fi will be available in Sunlit Ivory, Autumn Brown and Indiblue colours across the country. The TVS Jupiter Base, ZX and Grande editions will be available in a phase-wise manner.