The new Honda Activa ev electric scooter in India – price starts at ₹1.17 lakh, 102 km range, swappable batteries, smart features & real‑world review.
Honda Activa EV: The New Electric Activa for Daily Rides
Honda has finally brought the trusted Activa ev into India in early 2025, giving its legendary petrol model a clean‑energy twin. This scooter is special—it merges reliability with electric freedom, and is made right here in Karnataka by Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India.
What Makes Activa Ev Stand Out?
Swappable Battery System & Range
Unlike regular electric scooters, the Activa ev comes with two 1.5 kWh swappable batteries—together giving a 3 kWh total capacity and a claimed 102 km range per charge. Battery swapping stations are live in Bengaluru and Delhi, with Mumbai coming soon.
Price & Variants
It’s available in two versions:
Standard variant: around ₹1.17 lakh ex-showroom.
RoadSync Duo variant: around ₹1.52 lakh ex-showroom, with connected TFT display and features.
Pre‑bookings opened on 1 January 2025, deliveries began in February 2025 in Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru.
Design, Features & Ride Comfort
The styling keeps the familiar Activa silhouette, with subtle modern touches such as all-LED lighting, blue accent trims, and a semi‑closed front apron. It looks clean, approachable and family‑friendly.
Ride and handling are city-oriented: around 119 kg kerb weight, 12‑inch alloy wheels, 171 mm ground clearance, front disc and rear drum brakes with CBS.
Comfort is solid—the seat is nice and cushy, posture upright, throttle smooth. Honda’s build quality means panels fit well and feel durable.
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Performance & Riding Modes
The scooter uses a 6 kW permanent‑magnet synchronous motor delivering 22 Nm torque, hitting a top speed of 80 km/h and reaching 0–60 km/h in about 7.3 seconds.
There are three riding modes: Eco, Standard, Sport, plus a Reverse mode for easy parking.
Smart Tech & Connected Features
The higher RoadSync Duo variant includes a 7‑inch TFT display linked with the Honda RoadSync Duo app—offering navigation, call alerts, battery status, and nearby swap station info. It also supports H‑Smart key features like Smart Find, Smart Unlock, Smart Start and Smart Safe. The standard version gets a 5‑inch TFT screen with basic Bluetooth.
Running Cost: BaaS Subscription & Reality Check
Honda’s Battery‑as‑a‑Service (BaaS) subscription lets riders swap batteries without owning them. A new Lite plan costs around ₹678/month (ex‑GST) for a set energy allotment. But some reviews warn that long‑term subscriptions can cost roughly ₹28,000/year, which critics say is higher than home charging on comparable scooters.
Still, for users who can’t charge at home or need constant mobility, swapping brings big peace of mind.
Why It Matters: Honda & India’s EV Push
Honda aims to roll out 30 electric models globally by 2030, and the Activa ev is model number 12 in that plan. In India, Honda just crossed 500 million two-wheeler units globally, with the flagship being an Activa made in India. They’re also investing ₹920 crore into expanding Indian production capacity, underlining the importance of EVs like Activa ev in their future strategy.
Pros & Cons of Honda Activa EV
Pros:
- Trusted Activa brand, easy and familiar ride Expensive BaaS cost over long term.
- Swappable battery reduces range anxiety Home charging not enabled.
- Good range (~102 km) and top speed (80 km/h).
Cons:
- Storage under seat is limited due to battery packs.
- Variant with TFT + smart key tech Only available in limited cities today.
- Built in India, backed by Honda’s EV roadmap Subscription model may not suit everyone.
FAQs:
Q: What cities is Activa ev available in now?
A: Currently on sale in Delhi, Bengaluru, Mumbai, with rollout to more cities planned later in 2025.
Q: How long until full swap station network?
A: Honda plans 250+ swap stations in Bengaluru by 2026, covering every ~5 km area, and expanding Delhi/Mumbai soon.
Q: What’s included in the BaaS Lite plan?
A: Lite plan costs ~₹678/month and covers ~20 kWh/month energy – enough for daily riding needs.
Q: Can the battery be charged at home?
A: Officially, you can’t remove the battery for home charging—it’s designed for a swap-only system for now.
Q: How does it compare to TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak, Ather?
A: Activa ev stacks up well: similar range ~100 km, speed ~80 km/h. Even though competitors offer home charging, Activa has strong brand trust and swapping convenience.
Final Thoughts
The Honda Activa ev is a bold and comforting step for electric two-wheelers in India. It brings a trusted Activa riding experience, a good battery swap system, and smart tech into everyday use. While battery subscription costs raise eyebrows, people who value convenience, reliability, and Honda’s service network will find it appealing.
If you commute every day in Delhi, Bengaluru or Mumbai, and don’t have charging access at home, this could be the most practical electric Activa yet. But before buying, check the exact subscription plan cost and swap station availability in your area.
Honda’s move signals a serious shift—electric mobility with local manufacturing, scale, and familiar ownership experience. The Activa ev might just be the everyday EV cities need in 2025.
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