BGauss C12 MaxR vs Honda Hornet 2.0

Last Updated: September 11, 2026

Honda Hornet 2.0 price starts at Rs. 1.50 Lakh, which is Rs. 10,390 cheaper than the base variant of BGauss C12 MaxR, priced at Rs. 1.60 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Hornet 2.0 returns a claimed 57.35 kmpl, while the C12 MaxR offers a claimed 178 km/charge. On the performance front, the C12 MaxR uses a 3.8Kwh battery and the Hornet 2.0 a 184.40cc engine producing 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the C12 MaxR and Hornet 2.0, the C12 MaxR is the better pick for a lighter kerb weight, while the Hornet 2.0 stands out for affordability.

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C12 MaxR vs Hornet 2.0 Comparison Summary

Specification BGauss C12 MaxRHonda Hornet 2.0
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.60 LakhRs. 1.50 Lakh
Mileage / Range 178 km/charge57.35 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3.8 Kwh184.40 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 126 Kg142 Kg

C12 MaxR vs Hornet 2.0 Key Highlights

Basic Info BGauss C12 MaxR STDHonda Hornet 2.0 STD
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Brand Name BGauss Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.60 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.50 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power Not Available 16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
BGauss C12 MaxR Colors
Honda Hornet 2.0 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 178 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 5.15 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Dual Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.14/km Rs. 1.74/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 4,310 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,075 C12 MaxR Insurance Rs. 12,146 Hornet 2.0 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
75 km/Hr
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
105 nm
Not Available
Battery Swap Capability
No
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
Not Available
184.40 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
2
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
16.99 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
15.7 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Continuous Power
3 kW
Not Available
Bore
Not Available
61 mm
Stroke
Not Available
63.096 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
57.35 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
12.91s
0-40 Kmph (sec)
5.3s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
17.04m
City Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
57.35 kmpl
Highway Mileage (Tested)
Not Available
55.77 kmpl
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
5.3s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
30.05m
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
45 kmph (Eco)
Not Available
Braking 100-0 km/h
Not Available
50.62m
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
5.23s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
7.08s
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Rear Suspension Rebound Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Hydraulic Telescopic
Upside Down Fork (USD)
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Gas Emuision Type - 5 Step Adjustable Single Hydraulic
Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
29 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-100/80-12
Front :-110/70-17 Rear :-140/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
768 mm
790 mm
Removable battery weight
32 kg
Not Available
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.9 L
Seat Length
770 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1875*745*1146 mm3
2034*783*1064 mm3
Wheelbase
1335 mm
1356 mm
Length
1875 mm
2034 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
168 mm
Height
1146 mm
1064 mm
Width
745 mm
783 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
126 Kg
142 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
220 mm
276 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
220 mm

Battery Type
LFP
Not Available
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
4.2 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
178 km/charge
Not Available
Tested range
178 kmph
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Not Available
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available
Removable Battery
No
Not Available
Range
178 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3.8 Kwh
12V / 5AH
Projector head light
Yes
Not Available
Charging Time
5.15 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours 50 Minutes
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available

Cruise Control
Yes
Not Available
Frame Type
Tubular Chassis
Diamond Type
Digital Display Type
TFT
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport,Ride
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Ride Statistics, Charge Statistics, Limphome Mode on Low SOC, Parental Lock, Firmware Update
Honda RoadSync, Range Indicator, Weather Updates, Manage Messages Via Voice Commands, Seat Length - 590 mm, Honda Selectable Torque Control
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Fall Alert
Yes
Not Available
Body
Plastic (ABS&PP)
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Document Storage
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console IP Rating
IP67
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Dual Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
18°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
38 L
Not Available
Charger Output
750 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
3 Years or 42,000 Km
Extended Warranty
5 Years or 1,00,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
42000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Hornet 2.0
  • Looks very aggressive and sporty
  • Comes with a TFT display with switchable traction control and dual-channel ABS
Honda Hornet 2.0
  • Makes less power when compared to its rivals
  • Priced higher than its competitors
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is better Hornet 2.0 & CB 300f. Mostly I have city commute and my priorities are performance and comfortable journey for rider as well as pillion. Which one should I go ?
  • The Honda CB300F offers better performance with its 293.52cc engine, while the Hornet 2.0 is more fuel-efficient with 42.3 kmpl mileage. If you prioritize power and a smooth ride, the CB300F is ideal, but for cost-effective city commuting, the Hornet 2.0 is a great choice. We recommend a test ride to find the best fit for your comfort needs. https://www.zigwheels.com/bike-comparison/honda-cb300f-vs-honda-hornet-20

BGauss C12 MaxR Vs Honda Hornet 2.0 FAQs

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The Honda Hornet 2.0 is cheaper than BGauss C12 MaxR by ₹10,390.

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