Honda QC3 vs TVS iQube 3.1 kWh: Price Comparison
Does the latest Honda EV have a chance against the most popular scooter? Let’s find out…
Honda recently launched the Honda QC3 and we have compared it against the TVS iQube 3.1 kWh. Both are compelling options in the EV-family scooter segment. We help you pick the better one:
Price
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Honda QC3 |
TVS iQube 3.1 kWh |
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Rs 1,35,000 |
Rs 1,36,127 |
All prices are ex-showroom, Delhi
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The Honda QC3 is more affordable than the TVS iQube 3.1 kWh variant by Rs 1,127.
Honda QC3
The Honda QC3 gets a modern yet minimalist design language all over the bodywork. The scooter has wide handlebars and an upright riding position, which should make everyday commuting easy. Also, it has a long, spacious seat and a large floorboard, which should add to its everyday practicality.
It is available in four colours: Matt Photon Gray Metallic, Pearl Precious White, Pearl Shallow Blue, and Pearl Siren Blue.
The Honda scooter is powered by a 3.0 kWh battery pack, which gives it a claimed IDC (Indian Driving Conditions) range of 145 km.
Feature-wise, it is equipped with a 5-inch TFT display, which comes with Bluetooth connectivity, call/SMS alerts and turn-by-turn navigation and gets a smart key with keyless operation.
Suspension duties are taken care of by a conventional fork, and the rear gets dual shock absorbers. On the braking front it gets a disc brake at the front and a drum setup at the rear.
TVS iQube 3.1 kWh
The TVS iQube gets a proper family scooter design. With an apron-mounted LED headlight, and and overall boxy shape, the scooter appeals to a wider range of audience. It gets five colour options: Pearl White, Titanium Grey, Walnut Brown, Starlight Blue-Beige, and Copper Brown-Beige.
The scooter gets a 4.4 kW hub motor, which is paired to a 3.1 kWh battery. It has a claimed IDC range of 123 km, which is 22 km less than the claimed range of the QC3. It has a claimed top speed of 82 kmph which should be enough for both city and highway commutes.
It takes 4 hours 30 min to charge 0-80% using the standard charger, which comes with the scooter.
As for the features, it gets a 5-inch TFT display which hosts connectivity features such as Bluetooth connectivity, call/SMS alerts and turn-by-turn navigation. The scooter gets two ride modes: Eco and Power, where riders can choose between more power or range according to their requirements.
Suspension duties are taken care of by a telescopic fork and twin-shock absorbers at the rear. It gets a 220 mm disc at the front and a 130 mm drum brake at the rear.
BikeDekho Says
Both scooters make a good proposition for buyers looking for a family EV scooter. The Honda QC3 is Rs 1,127 affordable than the TVS iQube and has a much better claimed range. But if you want a tried-and-tested electric scooter, then the TVS iQube makes the most sense.
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