If you’re hunting for an electric scooter that can stretch beyond 140 km on a single charge, Honda’s new QC3 will pull you in, priced at ₹1.35 lakh. It sits a full ₹44,292 above the QC1, whose starting price is ₹90,708.
The battery is the heart of the difference: a 3 kWh pack gives the QC3 a claimed 145‑km IDC range, while the QC1’s 1.5 kWh cell tops out at 80 km. That means the QC3 is aimed at riders who cycle longer distances or want a safety buffer.
Charging is where the two models split again. The QC3 reaches 80 % in about 2 hrs 40 min and is fully topped off in roughly 4 hrs. The QC1 takes roughly 4 hrs 30 min to hit 80 % and close to 6 hrs 50 min for a full charge, making the QC3 a better fit for tight schedules.
Feature‑wise, the QC3 steps up with a 5‑inch TFT display that integrates Honda RoadSync, call and message alerts, turn‑by‑turn navigation, and music controls. The cabin is also a bit roomier, with a 32‑litre under‑seat bin versus the QC1’s 26‑litre.
In the crowded Indian e‑scooter market, the QC3 is positioned against the likes of Bajaj Chetak EV and TVS iQube, offering a comparable range but with a higher price tag. The QC1 keeps the price low and is still a viable choice for city‑only riders.
Bookings for the QC3 open at ₹5,000 and the launch will roll out first through RedWing dealerships in Delhi, Agra, Cuttack, Surat and Kollam. Expect city‑wide availability by the fourth quarter of 2026.