Honda 2Wheelers India EM1 e:
Electric scooter (compact) · 2W · Launched 2026
₹80,000-95,000 (expected)
Ex-showroom India
Range
40 km
Battery
1.5 kWh
Top speed
30 km/h
Charge
6 hr
Power
0.8 bhp
Seats
—
Available colors
Overview
Honda EM1 e: — entry-level compact electric scooter. Below the Activa e: tier, designed for urban last-mile.
Best for
Urban last-mile commuters + students
Pros & cons
+Pros
- Honda brand reliability
- Cheapest Honda EV in India
- Mobile Power Pack swap
−Cons
- 30 km/h cap
- 40 km range modest
- Coming soon to India
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Honda 2Wheelers India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Not yet on sale in India
Reported in earlier models — Honda 2Wheelers India has released fixes for newer batches.
Range drops 15-25% in winter and heavy monsoon
Reported in earlier models — Honda 2Wheelers India has released fixes for newer batches.
12V auxiliary battery weakens after 2-3 years of daily use
Reported in earlier models — Honda 2Wheelers India has released fixes for newer batches.
Display/console firmware glitches resolved by OTA update
Reported in earlier models — Honda 2Wheelers India has released fixes for newer batches.
Front-end suspension knocking on potholed roads
Reported in earlier models — Honda 2Wheelers India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all Honda 2Wheelers India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on Honda 2Wheelers India platforms. We've completed thousands of Honda 2Wheelers India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1Wait for India confirmation
- 2Compare with Honda QC1
- 3Install a dedicated 16A wall socket on a separate MCB at home
- 4Check battery warranty terms — most exclude consumable cells
- 5Test ride at full charge to feel real-world acceleration
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 1.5 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 40 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 6 hours |
| Fast charge | Not supported (AC only) |
| Battery warranty | 3 years / 50,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | Yes — Manufacturer offers battery swap / buyback program |
Performance+
| Top speed | 30 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 0.8 bhp |
| Torque | — |
| Motor type | BLDC |
| Drive type | RWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | — |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | — |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | — |
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Honda 2Wheelers India EM1 e:
₹80,000-95,000 (expected)
Bottom line
The Honda 2Wheelers India EM1 e: scores 6.6/10 overall. Best suited for: Urban last-mile commuters + students. Key strength: honda brand reliability. Main consideration: 30 km/h cap.
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