Hero Electric Optima vs BGauss C12i
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Optima or BGauss C12i? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Optima and C12i. Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0 and BGauss C12i Price starts at Rs.99,990 (ex-showroom) for EX. Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power whereas BGauss C12i can generate 2500 W power. In terms of range, Optima provides a range of 135km/charge (base model), and C12i has a range of 85km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas BGauss C12i is available in 5 colours & 3 variants.
Optima vs C12i
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Optima | BGauss C12i |
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Price | Rs.83,300 | Rs.99,990 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1900 W | 2500 W |
Mileage/Range | 135 km/charge | 85 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Optima specifications | C12i specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 86,882 Price Breakup | 1.04 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.5 | 4.9 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | C12i Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | No | Not Applicable |
Front Disc Size | 130 | 130 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Wheel Size | 12 | 12 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes |
Rear Wheel Size | 12 | 10 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Sheet Metal |
Front Suspension | TelescopiSuspension | HydrauliTelescopic |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Double Hydraulic Spring - 4 Step Adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 12 | 90/90 - 304.8 |
Rear Tyre Size | 90/90 - 12 | 90/100 - 254 |
Front Type | Drum | Drum |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | 130 mm |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum |
Instrumentation
Optima Instrumentation | C12i Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Tachometer | No | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Exterior
Optima Exterior | C12i Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | - | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Optima Warranty | C12i Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years battery and motor warranty | 3 Years Motor |
Body & Suspension
Optima Body & Suspension | C12i Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Underbone | Tubular Chassis |
Engine & Transmission
Optima Engine & Transmission | C12i Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | BLDC | - |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 3 kwh | 2 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 6 hr 50 min | 4.3 hr |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Range | 135 km/charge | 85 km/charge |
Top Speed | 55 kmph | 60 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 47 mm x 63.1 mm |
Max Power | 1900 W | 2500 W |
Motor Power | 1200 | 2500 |
Comfort & Convenience
Optima Comfort & Convenience | C12i Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | Yes | Yes |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | 2 | 2 |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | Yes |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | No | No |
Instrument Console | Digital | Digital |
Luggage Space | - | 23 |
Safety
Optima Safety | C12i Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | No |
Radial Tyres | No | No |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | LED |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Brake Assist | CBS | CBS |
Power Modes | No | 2 |
Dimensions & Capacity
Optima Dimensions & Capacity | C12i Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 1825 mm |
Width | - | 697 mm |
Height | - | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase | - | 1292 mm |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 155 mm |
Body Type | Electric Scooter | - |
Seat Height | - | 765 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 102 kg | 106 kg |
Pros & Cons
Optima Pros & Cons | C12i Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Optima and BGauss C12i
Safety
Optima comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, Hazard Warning Indicator. C12i has Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm.
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Optima has features like Pillion Footrest, Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Under Seat Storage, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and BGauss C12i, on the other hand, has Under Seat Storage, Low Battery Indicator, Front Storage Box, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port, Distance to Empty Indicator.
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Hero Electric Optima and BGauss C12i FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Optima?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Optima is Rs. 86,882 in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of BGauss C12i?
The on-road price of BGauss C12i is Rs. 1.04 Lakh in New Delhi.