Ather Konarc S vs Ather Rizta S: Which One Is For Whom
Which family-oriented Ather scooter should you get? We help you choose…
Bengaluru-based EV manufacturer Ather Energy has recently launched the Konarc electric scooter at a starting price of Rs 99,999 (ex-showroom, Bengaluru). It is based on an all-new platform and gets a host of new features and hardware updates. Here’s how the Ather Konarc S 161 km compares to the top-spec Ather Rizta S, so you can pick the right one.
Price
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Model |
Price (ex-showroom, Bengaluru) |
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Ather Konarc S 161 km |
Rs 1,44,999 |
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Ather Rizta S 161Km |
Rs 1,44,999 |
Since both scooters are priced the same, the deciding factor will be what these scooters get
Design
The Ather Konarc gets a simple and minimalist design with metal body panels, which add to its premium appeal. Its headlight is mounted on the handlebar instead of the apron, giving it a more conventional family scooter look.
The Rizta, on the other hand, gets a fibreglass body with the headlight mounted on the apron, giving it a more modern appearance. Both scooters get spacious single-piece seats, which should offer good comfort for both the rider and pillion.
Overall, the Rizta will appeal more to those looking for a modern-looking scooter, while the Konarc is better suited for buyers who prefer a more conventional family scooter design
Motor And Battery
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Specifications |
Ather Konarc S 161 km |
Ather Rizta S 161 km |
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Battery Capacity |
3.5 kWh |
3.5 kWh |
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Range (IDC) |
161 km |
161 km |
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Motor Power (Peak) |
4.7 kW |
4.3 kW |
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Motor Torque (Peak) |
16 Nm |
22 Nm |
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Claimed Top Speed |
70 kmph |
80 kmph |
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Charging Speed (0-80%) |
5 hours 40 minutes (Onboard charger) 3 hours 10 minutes (Combined) |
3 hours 30 minutes |
Both scooters offer the same claimed IDC (Indian Driving Conditions) range of 161 km, but there are some key differences in their powertrains. The Konarc gets a more powerful motor but produces less torque, while the Rizta gets a slightly less powerful motor with higher torque output.
The Rizta also has a higher claimed top speed of 80 kmph, compared to the Konarc’s 70 kmph, giving it an upper hand when it comes to outright performance.
Another major difference is the charging setup. The Konarc gets a 450 W onboard charger, which reduces the need for a bulky charging cable, but it also charges the scooter slowly.
However, it also comes with an additional 450 W charger, allowing a combined charging capacity of 900 W for faster charging. The Rizta, on the other hand, comes with a more powerful 900 W off-board charger, which charges the scooter in almost the same time as the Konarc when both chargers are used.
In short, the Rizta has a higher top speed and more torque, while the Konarc offers a more powerful motor and a flexible charging setup.
Features
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Specifications |
Ather Konarc S 161 km |
Ather Rizta S 161 km |
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Display |
7-inch Segmented LCD |
7-inch Segmented LCD |
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Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
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Ride Modes |
Smart Eco, Eco, Power |
Eco & Zip |
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Turn-by-turn Navigation |
Yes |
Yes |
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Ather Stack Pro |
Enabled |
Enabled |
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Music Controls |
Yes |
Yes |
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Reverse Mode |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Air Walk |
Yes |
Yes |
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Auto Hold |
Yes |
Yes |
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OTA Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Find My Scooter |
Yes |
Yes |
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Remote Charging Status |
Yes |
Yes |
The Ather scooters are almost identical when it comes to features. Both scooters come enabled with AtherStack Pro, which enables features like over-the-air updates, Find My Scooter, remote charging status, and access to the Ather app.
The only major difference between the scooters is in the riding modes. The Konarc gets 3 riding modes: Smart Eco, Eco, and Power, while the Rizta gets Eco and Zip riding modes.
Overall, both scooters offer a similar set of features, with the main difference being their riding modes.
Underpinnings
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Specifications |
Ather Konarc S 161 km |
Ather Rizta S 161 km |
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Front Suspension |
Telescopic Showa Fork |
Telescopic Fork |
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Rear Suspension |
Monoshock |
Monoshock |
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Front Brake |
220 mm Disc Brake |
220 mm Disc Brake |
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Rear Brake |
130 mm Drum Brake |
130 mm Drum Brake |
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Wheel Size |
14-inch Front/12-inch Rear |
12-inch |
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Wheelbase |
1352 mm |
1285 mm |
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Boot Space |
31-litre |
34-litre |
Both scooters share similar suspension hardware with a telescopic fork, a monoshock, a disc brake at the front, and a drum brake at the rear. The Rizta has a slightly bigger boot capacity than the Konarc, which should make it more practical
The major difference is in the wheel sizes, where the Konarc gets a bigger 14-inch wheel at the front, which should make it better at dealing with bad roads. The Konarc also has a significantly longer wheelbase than the Rizta, which should make it more stable at high speeds.
In short, the Konarc’s bigger front wheel and longer wheelbase should give it an edge in ride comfort and stability over the Rizta.
BikeDekho Says
The Ather Konarc S and Rizta S 3.5 kWh are quite closely matched on paper. The Konarc the scooter to go for if you prefer a metal body, the comfort of a larger front wheel, stability from the longer wheelbase. It's also slightly lighter than the Rizta.
The Rizta will give you slightly bigger storage, more modern looks, a higher top speed, more torque and slightly more boot space.
User Reviews
My friend has bought this scooter and I have also ridden it. It has very good ride quality and gives very good range. Even 2 people can sit comfortably. It gives good range. The seat is also very comfortable. I would recommend everyone to buy it because it is the best. It is the best in mileage. It drives on the road and highway as if you are sitting in a car. The suspension is very good. Even on rough roads, there is no problem as its suspension is very firm and soft, so there are no jolts at all. I like it. Actually, this scooter is good for everyone from small children to adults. It does not cause any jolts at all and runs very smoothly. Whom not to buy is not a word in my dictionary because this scooter is made for everyone. I will recommend it to everyone.Read More