Honda Activa e or Ola S1 Pro :- There are two kinds of electric scooters that are making their bestsellers in India currently, the Honda Activa e and the Ola S1 Pro. Recently, Honda unveiled its much awaited Activa e onslaught to compete with the premium electric scooters such as the already popular Ola S1 Pro. Here’s an in-depth comparison to help in your choice Honda Activa e or Ola S1 Pro.

Ola S1 Pro Price and Variants

The Honda Activa e comes with two variants:

• Standard Variant: ₹1,17,000 (₹1,17,000 (ex-showroom Bengaluru)
• RoadSync Duo Variant: ₹1,52,600 (ex-showroom Bengaluru)

The Ola S1 Pro is available in a single variant and is priced at ₹1,29,999 (ex-showroom Bengaluru). Although Activa e has a broader price range, the Ola S1 Pro offers a well-balanced option for buyers.

Honda Activa Riding Modes

Honda Activa e riding modes The Honda Activa e will offer three different riding modes.

• Econ Mode
• Standard Mode
• Sport Mode

The Ola S1 Pro gets four riding modes, which are:

• Eco Mode
• Normal Mode
• Sports Mode
• Hyper Mode

The extra Hyper Mode in the Ola S1 Pro offers a fun ride for speed lovers.

Battery and Range

Honda Activa e:

• Comes with a pair of swappable 1.5kWh batteries.
• Range: 102 km in full charge.
• Top Speed: 80 km/h.
• Performance: 0-60km/h in 7.3 seconds.
• Ola S1 Pro:
• Houses a 4kWh lithium-ion fixed battery pack.
• Range: Eco Mode — 180 km, Normal Mode — 143 km
• Top Speed: 120 km/h.
• Charge time: 0 to 100% (6.5 hours – home) or 15 minutes (50 km – hypercharger network)

Although Honda’s swappable batteries are handy, Ola’s long-range and quicker charging alternative gives it an advantage.

Features Honda Activa e or Ola S1 Pro

Honda RoadSync Duo App: Real-time connectivity for music control, Bluetooth connectivity, OTA updates, and turn-by-turn navigation

Other Features: Topple alert, maintenance alert, 40W USB-C charging socket

Ola S1 Pro:

• 7-inch Touchscreen TFT Console: High-tech control with Bluetooth smartphone integration.
• All LED Lighting: Improves lighting quality and visibility.
• Theft-Proof Warning: Provides additional protection.
• Large Storage With 34 liters of under-seat storage

While both scooters pack in modern features, the newer Ola S1 Pro offers enhanced connectivity and makes it a great pick for tech-savvy users along with added storage space.

Availability and Usability

The Honda Activa e, on the other hand, is in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru only, due to its dependence on swappable battery station. On the other hand, Ola S1 Pro is extensively available in several cities and this makes it comparatively more widely available.

Honda Activa e or Ola S1 Pro

Conclusion

Both the Honda Activa e and the Ola S1 Pro are fantastic electric scooter options with their own unique offerings. Ola S1 Pro is a better pick if range, top speed, and wider availability are what you need. Conversely, if swappable batteries are your jam and you live in a city that Honda has bolstered with infrastructure, the Activa e could be a solid choice Honda Activa e or Ola S1 Pro.

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