BGauss Max C12 vs Honda Activa e

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

BGauss Max C12 price starts at Rs. 1.08 Lakh, which is Rs. 11,707 cheaper than the base variant of Honda Activa e, priced at Rs. 1.19 Lakh. In terms of range, the Max C12 offers a claimed 85 km/charge, while the Activa e delivers 102 km/charge. On the performance front, the Max C12 uses a 2 Kwh battery and the Activa e a 3 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Max C12 and Activa e, the Max C12 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Activa e stands out for range.

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Max C12 vs Activa e Comparison Summary

Specification BGauss Max C12Honda Activa e
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.08 LakhRs. 1.19 Lakh
Range 85 km/charge102 km/charge
Battery capacity 2 Kwh3 Kwh
Charging time 4.4-5 HrNot Available
Kerb weight 107 Kg118 Kg

Max C12 vs Activa e Key Highlights

Basic Info BGauss Max C12 i ExHonda Activa e STD
Rating
28 reviews
64 reviews
Brand Name BGauss Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.08 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
BGauss Max C12 Colors
Honda Activa e Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-10 Inch Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Steel Wheel Alloy
Range 85 km/charge 102 km/charge
Charging Time 4.4-5 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Remote Start,Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 6,000 Max C12 Insurance Rs. 5,365 Activa e Insurance
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Claimed Top Speed
60 km/Hr
80 km/Hr
Motor Torque
105 nm
22 Nm
Battery Swap Capability
Yes
Yes
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
2
2
Continuous Power
1.5 kW
Not Available
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Belt Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

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

0-40 Kmph (sec)
7.7s
Not Available
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
7.7s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
high
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
45 kmph (Eco)
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Hydraulic Telescopic
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Double Hydraulic Spring - 4 Step Adjustable
3 Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-10
Front :- 90/90-12,  Rear :- 110/80-12
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-10 Inch
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Steel Wheel
Alloy

Seat height
765 mm
Not Available
Removable battery weight
20 kg
10.2 kg
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Seat Length
774 mm
675 mm
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
500 ml
Length*Width*Height
1825*706*1153 mm3
1854*700*1125 mm3
Wheelbase
1292 mm
1310 mm
Length
1825 mm
1854 mm
Ground Clearance
155 mm
171 mm
Height
1153 mm
1125 mm
Width
706 mm
700 mm
Kerb Weight
107 Kg
118 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
160 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Li-ion
Motor Type
PMSM
PMSM
Motor Power
2.4 kW
6 kW
Claimed range
85 km/charge
102 km/charge
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours 40 Minutes - 5 Hours
Not Available
Removable Battery
Yes
Not Available
Range
85 km/charge
102 km/charge
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
2 Kwh
3 Kwh
Charging Time
4.4-5 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours - 3 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Chassis
Under Bone
Digital Display Type
LCD
TFT
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport
Econ,Standard,Sport
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Keyfob
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Digilocker Connect Via App, CAN 2.0 Communication Protocol, Limphome mode on low SOC, Motor to Function while Braking
15:9 Dashboard Aspect Ratio
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Body
Plastic (ABS&PP)
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console IP Rating
IP65
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Remote Start,Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
14°
13°
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
23 L
Not Available
Charger Output
500 W - CAN Enabled
Not Available
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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
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
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BGauss Max C12 Vs Honda Activa e FAQs

Which bike is best between BGauss Max C12 vs Honda Activa e?
As per the users experiences BGauss Max C12 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Honda Activa e is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper BGauss Max C12 vs Honda Activa e?
The BGauss Max C12 is cheaper than Honda Activa e by ₹11,707.
Which bike offers better performance BGauss Max C12 vs Honda Activa e?
As per the users experiences the BGauss Max C12 has better performance.

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