Honda Activa Electric with Removable Batteries Teased Ahead of India Debut
Honda could launch its upcoming Activa electric scooter in 2025 in our market. With two swappable batteries, the scooter will likely offer a combined capacity of 2.6kWh.
By Kanika Sachdeva
Honda's first electric scooter – believed to be the Activa Electric – will debut on November 27. While previous teasers have confirmed two instrument consoles and riding modes, among other things, the latest teaser video reveals that the upcoming electric scooter will be equipped with two removable batteries – dubbed Honda Mobile Power Pack e: (MPP) – placed under the seat. The technical specifications are under wraps, but it is known that MPP offers a capacity of 1.3kWh, similar to the CUV e: showcased at EICMA 2024. This means that the Activa Electric will come with a combined 2.6kWh capacity. The CUV e: claims a combined range of over 70km, but the earlier teaser for the Activa Electric says otherwise – 104km in Standard mode. Speaking of, the scooter will get two riding modes (Standard and Sport), in addition to a reverse mode.
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The new teaser also suggests that the scooter will have little to no boot space, courtesy of the removable batteries. However, riders will be able to use a small cubby area for storing some knick-knacks. Rumour has it that the electrified Activa will offer performance equivalent to the 110cc Activa, currently the best-selling scooter in the ICE space. The second teaser, released in mid-November, reveals a swingarm-mounted motor similar to the CUV e: scooter.
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Honda Activa Electric: Features
Features-wise, the scooter will offer two displays: TFT and LCD. This implies that Honda will offer the Activa Electric in two variants. The scooter will also get Bluetooth connectivity, call/SMS alerts, and navigation.
Honda Activa Electric: Underpinnings
The Honda Activa Electric is expected to be based on the same platform as the CUV e: scooter. It will most likely use a telescopic fork and a monoshock to handle suspension duties, while the stopping power should come from a disc at the front and a drum brake at the rear.
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The Honda Activa electric will likely be launched in 2025 in our market. It will take on the Ather 450X, Ola S1, TVS iQube, and the Bajaj Chetak lineup upon arrival.
