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Honda QC3 electric scooter launched at Rs 1.35 lakh, five-city rollout first
Honda QC3 electric scooter launched at Rs 1.35 lakh, five-city rollout first
Honda has launched the QC3 electric scooter at Rs 1.35 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) with a certified IDC range of 145 km and a fixed 3 kWh battery. The first phase covers Delhi,…
Honda has launched the QC3 electric scooter at Rs 1.35 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) with a certified IDC range of 145 km and a fixed 3 kWh battery. The first phase covers Delhi, Agra, Cuttack, Surat and Kollam through select RedWing dealerships, with a phased nationwide rollout planned. Bookings are open for Rs 5,000, delivery dates have not been announced.
The QC3 uses a fixed battery that charges through the scooter, taking about 2 hours 40 minutes to reach 80% and four hours for a full charge. It offers 32 litres of under-seat storage, a five-inch TFT display with Honda RoadSync and turn-by-turn navigation, and a Smart Key. The scooter is available in four colours: Matt Photon Gray Metallic, Pearl Precious White, Pearl Shallow Blue and Pearl Siren Blue.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Honda's QC3 targets a different buyer from its own Activa e:, which uses swappable batteries. The fixed battery and smaller initial city list suggest Honda is testing demand in tier-2 towns before committing to a wider launch. With electric two-wheeler sales in India crossing 7 lakh units last year, the QC3 enters a segment where Ola Electric, Ather Energy and Bajaj Auto already compete. Real-world range will likely fall below 145 km, as with all IDC-rated scooters. Buyers in the five launch cities should check if local dealerships have charging installations ready before booking. Honda has not said when deliveries will begin, so the next signal to watch is the company's announcement of the first delivery date.
Source: businesstoday.in
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