Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has expanded its electric two-wheeler portfolio with the launch of the new QC3 electric scooter. This new model becomes the third electric scooter launched by the company in the Indian market after Activa e: and QC1. The Honda QC3 is powered by a 3 kWh battery pack and hub-mounted electric motors. The company claims a maximum driving range of 145 kilometers on a full charge. The battery can be charged from 0% to 80% in 2 hours and 40 minutes, while a full charge takes about 4 hours. Among Honda’s electric vehicle series, QC3 is superior to QC1 in terms of cruising range and equipment.The company is expected to announce its launch timeline and pricing closer to launch.Design-wise, the QC3 has a clean, modern look that’s suitable for everyday use. The front apron houses the headlights and turn indicators, as well as LED daytime running lights. It also comes with a flat floor and a long one-piece seat.The scooter is equipped with a TFT instrument display and supports Honda RoadSync connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation. In terms of hardware, the QC3 uses alloy wheels and is equipped with telescopic front forks, dual rear shock absorbers and front disc brakes.Honda currently retails the QC1 and Activa e: in India, but these two models are only available in select cities as the company gradually expands its electric vehicle network. The QC1 uses a fixed 1.5 kWh battery pack and is said to have an IDC-certified range of 80 kilometers and a top speed of 50 kilometers per hour.The Activa e:, on the other hand, is priced starting at Rs 1.20 lakh and uses two replaceable 1.5 kWh battery packs for a total capacity of 3 kWh. The IDC-certified cruising range is said to be 102 kilometers.
