Reviving a Legend: Kinetic DX Electric Scooter Set to Launch July 28, 2025

By Muskan Kumari

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Reviving a Legend: Kinetic DX Electric Scooter Set to Launch July 28, 2025

Kinetic Green is gearing up to make waves in the Indian electric scooter market with the much-anticipated return of the iconic Kinetic DX—now reborn in an all-electric avatar. The launch, confirmed for July 28, 2025, marks a full-circle moment for a brand deeply etched into the memories of 1980s and ’90s riders.


🛵 Embracing the Past, Electrified for the Future

The original Kinetic Honda DX, launched in the mid-1980s, earned its place in history with its reliable CVT system and one of the first electric starts in India. Known for its distinctive boxy front apron, utilitarian build, and ease of use, it became a symbol of urban mobility.

Fast forward to 2025, and Kinetic Green is tapping into that nostalgia. The upcoming DX Electric takes strong design cues—from its squarish headlamp and fender to the flat body panels and handlebar cowl, visible in recent test mule sightings in Pune and Mumbai.


🎨 Design & Styling: Retro Meets Modern

  • Heritage meets elegance: Torino Design is leading the redesign, modernizing the retro DX silhouette with sleek touches like LED DRLs, clean body lines, and a subtle visor—a nod to its ancestry.
  • Design continuity: Test mules show the classic rectangular headlamp shape and traditional front apron, now refreshed with contemporary materials and buildup.

🛠️ Hardware Specs: Solid, Familiar Underpinnings

While full specs are yet to be announced, leaks and spy reports suggest:

  • Wheels & Brakes: Standard 12-inch alloys with a front disc and rear drum setup.
  • Suspension: Telescopic forks in front with dual shock absorbers at the rear.
  • Motor: Hub-mounted motor visible in spy shots.
  • Platform: A floorboard design likely accommodates batteries below the seat, offering enhanced storage.

⚡ Features & Technology: Connected, Adaptable, Family-Focused

As the inaugural model in the ‘Born Electric’ series, the DX Electric promises to be feature-rich:

  • Smart Connectivity: TFT instrument cluster co-developed with Jio Things, enabling ride data, navigation, and smart features.
  • Multiple Variants: Offering several battery-pack options and feature tiers—potentially starting from a 4.3″ LCD up to TFT displays on higher trims.
  • Charging Options: Equipped with fast-charging capability, possibly optional at higher trims.
  • LED Lighting & USB: LED headlamp, DRLs, USB charging port, and a digital console align with expectations for a modern family scooter

💰 Price Positioning & Variants

Kinetic Green appears to be targeting a broad customer base:

  • Starting Price: Around ₹90,000 ex-showroom for the base variant, with higher trims priced closer to ₹1,10,000.
  • Variant Strategy: Battery size, features (disc vs drum brakes), and tech options will influence pricing.
  • Target Market: Positioned as a premium yet family-friendly commuter, against rivals like the Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube, and Hero Vida VX2.

🏁 Launch Timeline & Market Rollout

  • Reveal and Launch: Officially scheduled for July 28, 2025, with full specs, pricing, and performance details to follow.
  • Festive Rollout: Positioned to hit showrooms in time for the upcoming festive season—a prime buying period.
  • Future Lineup: The DX Electric is the first of three e-scooters Kinetic Green plans to launch over the next 18 months.

📌 Why It Matters: A Boomerang for Brand Revival

  1. Heritage Comes Home: Reviving the DX name taps deep consumer nostalgia—a strategy that’s proven successful in other segments too.
  2. Competitive Edge: With multi-variant offerings, smart tech, and competitive pricing, DX aims to confront entrenched rivals across segments.
  3. Design Leadership: Collaboration with Torino Design raises the bar for Indian EV aesthetics and build quality.
  4. Connected Era: Positioning as a tech-forward yet practical commuter caters well to modern buyers.

🔍 Looking Ahead: What We’ll Be Watching

FeatureExpected Reveal Post-Launch
Performance & RangeBattery capacities (1.8–3 kWh), real-world range figures, and charging times..
Test RidesHandling review, motor punch, ride comfort.
Dealer Network & OffersKinetic’s ~400 dealers and financing options.
Customer FeedbackEarly adopter reviews post-festive launch.

🔚 The Revived Kinetic DX: A Promising Chapter

When the DXNarrow returns—this time as the DX Electric—it isn’t just a new product; it’s a statement. A heritage icon reborn for the electric age, blending nostalgia with smart tech and adaptability. If Kinetic Green’s ambitious rollout over the next 18 months is successful, this could be the spark that reboots an entire legacy in Indian two-wheeler culture.

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