Hero Electric Optima vs Honda QC 1

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Optima or Honda QC 1? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Optima and QC 1. Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0 and Honda QC 1 Price starts at Rs.90,000 (ex-showroom) for 1.5 kWh. Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power whereas Honda QC 1 can generate 2.41 bhp power. In terms of range, Optima provides a range of 135km/charge (base model), and QC 1 has a range of 80km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Honda QC 1 is available in 5 colours & 1 variants.

Optima vs QC 1

Key Highlights	Hero Electric Optima	Honda QC 1
Price	Rs.83,300	Rs.90,000
Engine Capacity	N/A	N/A
Power	1900 W	2.41 bhp
Mileage/Range	135 km/charge	80 km/charge

Hero Electric Optima

CX 2.0

Rs. 83,300

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Honda QC 1

1.5 kWh

Rs. 90,000

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Vida V1 2022-2024

Plus

Rs. 1.03 Lakh

Specifications Overview

Optima specifications	QC 1 specifications	V1 2022-2024 specifications
Variant Name	CX 2.0	1.5 kWh	Plus
On Road Price	86,882 Price Breakup	93,870 Price Breakup	N/A
User Rating	3.5 31 Reviews	-	3.5 37 Reviews
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	QC 1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres	V1 2022-2024 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Braking System	CBS	-	CBS
Calliper Type	No	-	Front 2 Piston
Front Disc Size	130	130	-
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster	No	-	No
Front Wheel Size	12	90/90 - 12	12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	No	-	Yes
Rear Wheel Size	12	90/100 - 10	12
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy	Alloy
Front Suspension	TelescopiSuspension	Telescopic	TelescopiFork
Rear Suspension	Telescopic Suspension	5 Step Adjustable Hydraulic	MoNoshock Absorber
Front Tyre Size	90/90 - 12	90/90 -12	-
Rear Tyre Size	90/90 - 12	10	-
Front Type	Drum	Drum	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	130 mm	110 mm	-
Rear Type	Drum	Drum	Drum

Instrumentation

Optima Instrumentation	QC 1 Instrumentation	V1 2022-2024 Instrumentation
Riding Modes Switch	Yes	-	Yes
Touch Screen Display	No	No	Yes
Tachometer	No	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital	Digital

Exterior

Optima Exterior	QC 1 Exterior	V1 2022-2024 Exterior
Daytime Running Lights	-	No	Yes
LED headlight	Yes	Yes	Yes

Warranty

Optima Warranty	QC 1 Warranty	V1 2022-2024 Warranty
Basic Warranty	3 Years battery and motor warranty	3 Years/50000 Kms	3 Years Battery & 5 Years Motor

Body & Suspension

Optima Body & Suspension	QC 1 Body & Suspension	V1 2022-2024 Body & Suspension
Colors	Optima Colours	QC 1 Colours	V1 2022-2024 Colours
Images	Optima Images	QC 1 Images	V1 2022-2024 Images
Frame Type	Underbone	Under bone	Underbone

Engine & Transmission

Optima Engine & Transmission	QC 1 Engine & Transmission	V1 2022-2024 Engine & Transmission
Engine Type	BLDC	-	PMSW
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic
Battery Capacity	3 kwh	1.5 kwh	3.4 kwh
Battery Type	Lithium Ion	Lithium-ion	Lithium Ion
Charging Time	6 hr 50 min	4 hrs 40 mins (0-80%)	0-80% in 65 mins
Fast Charging	No	Yes	Yes
Range	135 km/charge	80 km/charge	100 km/charge
Top Speed	55 kmph	50 kmph	80 kmph
Charging Socket	-	-	Yes
Max Power	1900 W	2.41 bhp	6000 W
Max Torque	-	77 Nm	25 Nm
Motor Power	1200	-	6 kW

Comfort & Convenience

Optima Comfort & Convenience	QC 1 Comfort & Convenience	V1 2022-2024 Comfort & Convenience
Average Speed Indicator	No	-	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	No	Yes	Yes
Front Storage Box	Yes	Yes	No
Geo Fencing	No	-	Yes
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	-	Yes
Pillion Backrest	No	No	No
Pillion Footrest	Yes	Yes	Yes
Riding Modes	2	Econ & Standard	3
Service Reminder Indicator	-	No	-
Under Seat Storage	Yes	26 Litres	26
GPS & Navigation	No	-	Yes
Console Type	Digital	Digital	Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator	No	-	Yes
Engine Kill Switch	No	-	Yes
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital	Digital

Safety

Optima Safety	QC 1 Safety	V1 2022-2024 Safety
Hazard Warning Indicator	Yes	-	Yes
Hazard Warning Switch	No	-	Yes
Radial Tyres	No	-	No
Side Stand Alarm	Yes	-	-
Pass Light	Yes	Yes	Yes
Pillion Grabrail	Yes	Yes	Yes
Turn Signal	Halogen Bulb	Led	LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system	No	No	No
Brake Assist	CBS	-	CBS
Power Modes	No	-	3

Dimensions & Capacity

Optima Dimensions & Capacity	QC 1 Dimensions & Capacity	V1 2022-2024 Dimensions & Capacity
Length	-	1826 mm	-
Width	-	701 mm	-
Height	-	1129 mm	-
Wheelbase	-	1275 mm	1301 mm
Ground Clearance	165 mm	169 mm	155 mm
Body Type	Electric Scooter	Scooter	Electric Scooter
Seat Height	-	705 mm	780 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight	102 kg	89.5 kg	124 kg

Entertainment & Communication

Optima Entertainment & Communication	QC 1 Entertainment & Communication	V1 2022-2024 Entertainment & Communication
MID (Multi Info Display)	-	Yes	Yes

Pros & Cons

Optima Pros & Cons	QC 1 Pros & Cons	V1 2022-2024 Pros & Cons
Pros	Design has a wide appeal owing to conventional styling Gets Telescopic Forks and Alloy Wheels Quite well priced as compared to some of the rivals		Feels well made, strong build quality Removable batteries a big boon Feature loaded including removable rear seat Hero's unbeatable network in India Vida owners can use Ather's grid network for charging
Cons	Ride quality could have been better Some owners have reported niggles with electricals		Limited top speed of just 82 km/h Not as quick as Ola S1 Pro, range is also lower on the Vida Slightly on the pricier side

Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Optima and Honda QC 1

Safety

Optima comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm. QC 1 has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Optima has features like Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Front Storage Box, Under Seat Storage, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and Honda QC 1, on the other hand, has Call/SMS Alerts, Front Storage Box, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port.

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Hero Electric Optima and Honda QC 1 and Vida V1 2022-2024 Owner Reviews

Optima Review
QC 1 Review
V1 2022-2024 Review

- RS
  Rajinder Singh
  13 Jan 2025
  4.2
  This is a good scooter with a range of 50 to 65 km range in single charge . It's a single battery electric scooter I bought it in March 2023
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- AM
  Amir Merchant
  3 Month ago
  5.0
  Smooth ride, best ride mileage, very good alloy wheel, best pick up, very well motors, 550 watt heavy duty scooter pick up is very fast, low Maintenance price high but fine
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- GK
  Gufran Khan
  4 Month ago
  3.4
  Overall experience of this scooter is good, but the maintenance is very heavy, and everyone can afford it. Most of the problem in it's charger and battery equipment. It's average has a good.
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- OM
  OMKAR MALHOTRA
  1 Year ago
  4.4
  The goal of the scooter's design is to make riding it comfortable. The scooter's ergonomic design, effective suspension system, and well-cushioned seat all work together to provide a comfortable and practical means of urban mobility.
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- M
  Munna
  1 Year ago
  4.4
  A major contributing aspect to the scooter's appeal is its design, which combines flair, utility, and practicality to appeal to riders seeking an electric scooter that is unique in both appearance and performance.
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Hero Electric Optima and Honda QC 1 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 Honda QC 1?

The on-road price of Honda QC 1 is Rs. 93,870 in New Delhi.

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