Hero Electric Photon vs BGauss C12i
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or BGauss C12i? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and C12i. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and BGauss C12i Price starts at Rs.99,990 (ex-showroom) for EX. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas BGauss C12i can generate 2500 W power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and C12i has a range of 85km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas BGauss C12i is available in 5 colours & 3 variants.
Photon vs C12i
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Photon | BGauss C12i |
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Price | Rs.1.11 Lakh | Rs.99,990 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1800 W | 2500 W |
Mileage/Range | 108 km/charge | 85 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Photon specifications | C12i specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 1.16 Lakh Price Breakup | 1.04 Lakh Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.2 | 4.9 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Photon 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 | 10 | 12 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | Yes |
Rear Wheel Size | 10 | 10 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Sheet Metal |
Front Suspension | TelescopiSuspension | HydrauliTelescopic |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Double Hydraulic Spring - 4 Step Adjustable |
Front Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | 90/90 - 304.8 |
Rear Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | 90/100 - 254 |
Front Type | Drum | Drum |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | 130 mm |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum |
Instrumentation
Photon Instrumentation | C12i Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | No | - |
Tachometer | No | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Analogue | - |
Exterior
Photon Exterior | C12i Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | Yes |
LED headlight | Yes | Yes |
Warranty
Photon Warranty | C12i Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 3 Years Motor |
Body & Suspension
Photon Body & Suspension | C12i Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis | Tubular Chassis |
Engine & Transmission
Photon Engine & Transmission | C12i Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | Hub Motor | - |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | Is_delete | - |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1.9 kwh | 2 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 5 hr | 4.3 hr |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Range | 108 km/charge | 85 km/charge |
Top Speed | 45 kmph | 60 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 47 mm x 63.1 mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | - |
Configuration | - | - |
Max Power | 1800 W | 2500 W |
Motor Power | 250 W | 2500 |
Comfort & Convenience
Photon 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 |
Low Oil Indicator | No | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | 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 |
Safety
Photon 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 |
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
Photon Dimensions & Capacity | C12i Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1970 mm | 1825 mm |
Width | 745 mm | 697 mm |
Height | 1145 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase | 1230 mm | 1292 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 155 mm |
Seat Height | 768 mm | 765 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 87 kg | 106 kg |
Pros & Cons
Photon Pros & Cons | C12i Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and BGauss C12i
Safety
Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. C12i has Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm.
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and BGauss C12i, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, Front Storage Box, Under Seat Storage, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.
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Hero Electric Photon and BGauss C12i FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Photon?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Photon is Rs. 1.16 Lakh 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.