Ather 450S vs Honda Activa e

Last Updated: August 22, 2026

Ather 450S price starts at Rs. 1.01 Lakh, which is Rs. 17,335 cheaper than the base variant of Honda Activa e, priced at Rs. 1.18 Lakh. In terms of range, the 450S offers a claimed 161 km/charge, while the Activa e delivers 102 km/charge. On the performance front, the 450S uses a 3.5 Kwh battery and the Activa e a 3 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the 450S and Activa e, the 450S is the better pick for affordability and range.

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450S vs Activa e Comparison Summary

Specification Ather 450SHonda Activa e
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.01 LakhRs. 1.18 Lakh
Range 161 km/charge102 km/charge
Battery capacity 3.5 Kwh3 Kwh
Charging time 5.15 HrNot Available
Kerb weight 111.6 Kg118 Kg

450S vs Activa e Key Highlights

Basic Info Ather 450S IDC 161 KM - MonoHonda Activa e STD
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Brand Name Ather Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.01 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.18 Lakh Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
Ather Energy 450S Colors
Honda Activa e Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 161 km/charge 102 km/charge
Charging Time 5.15 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Remote Start,Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 5,039 450S Insurance Rs. 5,342 Activa e Insurance
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Claimed Top Speed
90 km/Hr
80 km/Hr
Motor Torque
22 Nm
22 Nm
Battery Swap Capability
Not Available
Yes
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP66
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
1
2
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

0-40 Kmph (sec)
3.9s
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
3.9s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
high

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock
3 Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/90-12
Front :- 90/90-12,  Rear :- 110/80-12
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Removable battery weight
Not Available
10.2 kg
Seat Length
Not Available
675 mm
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
500 ml
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1854*700*1125 mm3
Wheelbase
1296 mm
1310 mm
Length
Not Available
1854 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
171 mm
Height
Not Available
1125 mm
Width
Not Available
700 mm
Kerb Weight
111.6 Kg
118 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
160 mm
Rear Brake Size
190 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Li-ion
Motor Type
PMSM
PMSM
Motor Power
5.4 kW
6 kW
Claimed range
161 km/charge
102 km/charge
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Yes
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
120 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 2)
100 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
90 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range
161 km/charge
102 km/charge
Fast Charging
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3.5 Kwh
3 Kwh
Charging Time
5.15 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hrs 12 Min
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Under Bone
Digital Display Type
DeepView
TFT
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Econ,Standard,Sport
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Keyfob
Not Available
Yes
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Side stand motor cut-off, (Dashboard - 1 GB RAM, 8 GB Storage), (Ather Connect - ParkSafe)
15:9 Dashboard Aspect Ratio
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Reverse Assist
Not Available
Yes
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Remote Start,Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Operating System
Android
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Processor
Snapdragon 212
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
Not Available
13°
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
22 L
Not Available
Charger Output
900 W
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ather 450S
  • Engaging performance
  • Brilliant handling
  • LCD console's readability is excellent
Honda Activa e
  • The silhouette is similar to its ICE counterpart and it is a design that has been loved by the masses
  • 102km of claimed riding range should make it adequate for approximately four days of daily commuting
  • Batteries are swappable via stations which eliminates the the need to wait for the scooter to charge
  • The 7.0-inch TFT looks nice and also gets turn-by-turn navigation
Ather 450S
  • Looks the same as the 450X
  • A bit cramped for tall riders
  • Less under seat storage
Honda Activa e
  • Because of the swappable battery tech, there is no under seat storage space
  • Base variant misses out on Honda RoadSync Duo connectivity features
  • Will only be available in Delhi Bengaluru and Mumbai in the first phase

Is Honda Activa E Better Than Ather 450S?

100% users have chosen Honda Activa e over Ather 450S in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 82 users have also rated Honda Activa e and Ather 450S on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Honda Activa e is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for features in your bike. But Ather 450S is better on the grounds of mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor 450S Activa e
Mileage 1.3 4.0
Performance 1.2 5.0
Comfort 4.9 5.0
Maintenance 1.3 5.0
Features 4.6 4.0
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the differences in features between the Ather 450S and Ather 450X?
  • The Ather 450S and 450X differ in performance, features, and pricing. The 450S has a 5.4 kW motor, LCD display, and a 122 km range, while the 450X offers a 6.4 kW motor, TFT touchscreen, and a 126 km range. The 450X also charges faster (4.3 hours vs. 7.45 hours) and is priced higher at ₹1.46 lakh compared to ₹1.29 lakh for the 450S. The 450X is geared toward those seeking advanced features and better performance.

Ather Energy 450S Vs Honda Activa e FAQs

Which bike is best between Ather Energy 450S vs Honda Activa e?
As per the users experiences Ather 450S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance, comfort and maintenance in your bike. But Honda Activa e is better on the grounds of features.
Which bike is cheaper Ather Energy 450S vs Honda Activa e?
The Ather 450S is cheaper than Honda Activa e by ₹17,335.
Which bike offers better performance Ather Energy 450S vs Honda Activa e?
As per the users experiences the Ather 450S has better performance.

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