KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Honda Activa e offers dual swappable battery setup.
- Ather Rizta boasts hill-hold assist and reverse mode.
- TVS iQube includes navigation and geo-fencing features.
- Activa e, Rizta, iQube priced competitively in market.
- All models feature TFT displays with advanced connectivity.
Honda Activa e Vs Rivals: The Indian electric two-wheeler market is becoming more and more competitive. Many auto majors have entered and entering to test their luck in the electric two-wheeler market. Honda Motorcycles and Scooters India recently forayed into the scene with the Active e and QC 1 electric scooter. The two newly launched scooters sit well in their respective segment and tick some of the major right boxes that customers need.
After having a look at the pool of queries and curiosity on our YouTube video on the Activa e, I decided to come up with a detailed comparison of the all-new Activa e with its rivals. Check out the full comparo below and make sure you join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Community to stay versed on the latest automotive things.
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Honda Activa e Vs Rivals: Powertrain
The Honda Activa e comes powered by dual 1.5 kWh batteries that generate 6 kWh of power and 22 Nm of torque. The Activa e gets swappable batteries and a swingarm-mounted motor setup. The powertrain setup provides a maximum range of 102 km. Additionally, Activa Electric also offers three ride modes- Eco, Standard and Sport. The Sport ride modes enable a top speed of 80 kmph.
Ather Rizta on the other hand gets two battery pack options- 2.9 kWh and 3.7 kWh. The smaller battery pack provides a claimed range of 123 km range/charge while the bigger 3.7 kWh takes it to 159 km/per charge. The Rizta also offers ride modes- Zip, Smart and Eco and is capable of running with a top speed of 80 km/charge.
The TVS iQube also get two battery pack options- 2.2 kWh and 5.1 kWh. The 2.2 kWh pack enables a range of 75 km/charge and the 5.1 kWh pack goes higher up to 150 km/charge. The electric scooter offers two ride modes- Eco and Power and the maximum top speed remains 82 kmph for the top-end variant.
| Model | Battery Pack Options | Range (km/charge) | Top Speed (kmph) | Ride Modes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Activa e | Dual 1.5 kWh batteries | 102 | 80 | Eco, Standard, Sport |
| Ather Rizta | 2.9 kWh and 3.7 kWh | 123 (2.9 kWh), 159 (3.7 kWh) | 80 | Zip, Smart, Eco |
| TVS iQube | 2.2 kWh and 5.1 kWh | 75 (2.2 kWh), 150 (5.1 kWh) | 82 | Eco, Power |
Honda Activa e Vs Rivals: Hardware
The Honda Activa e is based on the underbone platform which is suspended by a telescopic front fork and mono-shock at the rear. The braking duties are handled by a 160mm disc at the front and a 130mm drum at the rear. The Activa e gets a smaller storage space due to dual swappable batteries. The electric scooter weighs 119 kg and has a ground clearance of 171mm.
In comparison, the Ather Rizta also underbone chassis, suspended by telescopic forks and a mono-shock setup at the rear. The stopping power comes from a 200mm disc in the front and 130mm drum brakes in the rear. The Rizta weighs 119 kg and has a ground clearance of 165mm.
The TVS iQube also underpins the tubular structure chassis. The suspension duties are handled by a leading link suspension (front) and a mono-shock at the rear. The iQube's stopping power comes from a disc at the front and drum brakes at the rear.
| Model | Chassis Type | Suspension (Front/Rear) | Brakes (Front/Rear) | Weight (kg) | Ground Clearance (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda Activa e | Underbone | Telescopic fork / Mono-shock | 160mm disc / 130mm drum | 119 | 171 |
| Ather Rizta | Underbone | Telescopic fork / Mono-shock | 200mm disc / 130mm drum | 119 | 165 |
| TVS iQube | Tubular structure | Leading link / Mono-shock | Disc / Drum | - | - |
Honda Activa e Vs Rivals: Features
The Honda Activa e offers features such as a 7 inch TFT screen which is controllable from the toggle switches on the handlebar. The TFT display on offer support other features which include a Honda Roadsync Duo app connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation and music controls. Other convenience features on offer are Honda H-Smart key that enables features such as Smart Safe, Smart Find and Smart Unlock.
The Ather Rizta gets features such as all LED lighting, 7 inch TFT console with features such as Google navigation, hill-hold assist and reverse mode. Additiionally, the Rizta offers "Magic twist" regen braking, integrated whatsapp and Alexa and a big pillion grab rail.
The TVS iQube keeps things simple with features like a 7 inch TFT instrument console (top variant). The standard variant gets a 5 inch unit for the same. Both variants offer features such as turn-by-turn navigation, geo-fencing and call/SMS alerts.
Honda Activa e Vs Rivals: Price
| Model | Price Range (Ex-Showroom) |
|---|---|
| Honda Activa e | 91.30 lakh (expected) |
| Ather Rizta | 91.12 - 91.49 lakh (Delhi) |
| TVS iQube | 91.08 - 91.37 lakh (Delhi) |
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Verdict
The Honda Activa e, Ather Rizta, and TVS iQube each bring unique strengths to India's competitive EV market. The Activa e focuses on practicality with swappable batteries and solid performance, while the Rizta impresses with advanced tech and higher range options. The iQube balances affordability and features. Buyers must weigh range, features, and price to decide their ideal EV companion.
