India’s roads just got a new hero! Hero MotoCorp has rolled out the Electric Splendor, a bike that keeps the trusted Splendor name but swaps petrol for electricity. This launch is big news for daily riders who want savings, power, and style without noise or smoke. Let’s break it down simply.
Design
The electric Splendor looks almost like the classic one you see everywhere—sleek, familiar, and tough. The body is sharp with LED headlights that shine bright at night. Colors pop in red, black, and blue. It has strong alloy wheels and a comfy seat for two. Weight is light at 110 kg, so city traffic feels easy. A small digital screen sits on the handlebar, showing speed and battery level. Overall, it’s a Splendor that turns heads quietly.
Features
This bike is packed with smart stuff. The motor gives 93 km/h top speed—fast enough for highways. One charge offers 179 km range, perfect for office, market, or village trips. It has three riding modes: Eco, City, and Sport. Eco saves battery; Sport gives quick zip. Regenerative braking puts power back while slowing down. You also get a USB port to charge your phone, reverse mode for tight parking, and keyless start. Safety comes from disc brakes and tubeless tyres. An app on your phone tracks the bike and sends alerts.
Price
Hero kept it wallet-friendly. The electric Splendor starts at ₹1.35 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi). Subsidy under FAME-II can drop it further in some states. EMI plans start low, and running cost is just 20 paise per km—way cheaper than petrol Splendor’s ₹2 per km. Service network is huge, same as regular Hero bikes.
Mileage
Forget petrol pumps! A full charge at home costs around ₹40 and gives 179 km. That’s like 150+ kmpl if you compare with petrol bikes. In Eco mode, you might touch 190 km on flat roads. City stop-go still delivers 150+ km easily. Charging takes 4-5 hours with the normal plug; fast chargers do 80% in 1 hour at Hero stations.