Honda Activa’s name is taken first in the Indian two-wheeler market whenever there is talk of a reliable and easy-to-use scooter. Riders of every age group, be it a college student or a retired uncle, trust Activa. But as the craze for electric vehicles (EVs) has grown, one question keeps coming to people’s minds – is there going to be an electric version of Honda Activa as well?
Design and build Quality
The design of the Honda Activa E is not very experimental. It comes with the same classic Activa look that people have always loved. Sleek body, simple headlamp design and comfortable seat make this scooter practical. With matte and glossy colour options, this scooter has been designed keeping urban riders in mind And a lot of space has been provided on the footboard, which gives a lot of comfort in daily use.
Battery pack and Charging
The Honda Activa E comes with a Lithium-ion battery pack. The company has designed this battery as fixed type, meaning you cannot charge it after taking it home. This battery gives a range of approximately 100 km on a single full charge (in eco mode).
The charging time of the battery is approximately 5-6 hours with a normal charger. Honda has not yet confirmed the option of fast charging with this scooter, but it may be added in future updates.
Motor and Performance
Activa E gets a mid-mounted electric motor that provides silent and smooth performance. Acceleration is not that aggressive but is enough for a city ride. The scooter easily achieves 0-40 km/h speed. Talking about the top speed, it is around 50-60 km/h, which is quite practical for urban commute and the throttle response of this scooter is linear, making it easy to handle for new riders.
Brakes and Suspension
Braking system is basic drum brakes at the front and drum brakes at the rear as well. Honda has used CBS (Combi Braking System), which provides slight improvement in safety.
Suspension setup is simple and effective. Telescopic forks at the front and spring-loaded shock absorbers at the rear. This setup is comfortable for daily city roads and handles light vehicles and speed breakers smoothly.
Features and Technology
The Honda Activa E comes with a basic digital display that shows battery status, speed and range. The scooter comes with features like keyless start, reverse mode and mobile charging port.
Connectivity features are still at a basic level no advanced systems like smartphone integration, navigation or remote immobiliser are available. But Honda’s focus here was on simplicity and that is clearly visible.
Price and Availability
Honda has priced the Activa E at around Rs 1.10 lakh (ex-showroom). This price might seem a bit high in the segment, but many people will consider this scooter considering the Honda brand value and reliability.
Bookings for the scooter have started in select cities and deliveries will be given in phases. Honda will gradually launch it at the all-India level.
Conclusion
If you are looking for an electric scooter from a trusted brand that is simple, reliable and suitable for daily city rides, the Honda Activa E is a good option. It is neither flashy nor high-performance oriented – but whatever it delivers, it delivers with stability and comfort.
Its range, performance and basic features are enough for those who want a hassle-free electric scooter experience. But if you want high-tech features or long-distance usage, you will have to explore other options in the market as well.