Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India (HMSI) has launched its much-anticipated electric scooters, the Activa e: and QC1. The scooters are priced at Rs 1,17,000 and Rs 90,000, ex-showroom, Bengaluru, respectively. As an added convenience, bookings for both models have been opened for just Rs 1,000.
Honda Activa e: Details
The Activa e: features dual 1.5 kWh swappable batteries, offering a total capacity of 3 kWh. This setup allows the scooter to deliver a range of 102 km on a full charge. The 6 kW motor churns out a torque of 22 Nm, achieving a top speed of 80 kmph and accelerating from 0-60 kmph in just 7.3 seconds.
Riders can switch between three riding modes—Econ, Standard, and Sport. The scooter also features a 7-inch TFT display, integrated with the Honda RoadSync Duo smartphone app, offering navigation and other smart functionalities. Equipped with the H-Smart key system, the Activa e: is available in five colours, including options like Pearl Serenity Blue and Matt Foggy Silver Metallic.
Honda QC1: Details
The QC1 features a fixed 1.5 kWh battery that delivers a range of 80 km. The scooter’s in-wheel motor produces a peak output of 1.8 kW, enabling a top speed of 50 kmph. While it lacks the swappable battery option, the QC1 compensates with a 5-inch LCD display, USB Type-C charging port, and a 26-litre under-seat storage.
As for charging, the battery reaches 80% in 4 hours and 30 minutes using a home charger. Similar to the Activa e:, the QC1 is offered in five colours.
Both scooters boast robust hardware, including telescopic front forks and adjustable rear suspension. The Activa e: is equipped with a front disc brake, while the QC1 features drum brakes on both ends.
To further assure customers, Honda offers a 3-year/50,000 km warranty, along with three free services and one year of complimentary roadside assistance for both models. The scooters will be manufactured at Honda’s Narsapura plant in Karnataka.
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