Hero Splendor Plus XTEC vs Honda QC1

Last Updated: September 26, 2026

Hero Splendor Plus XTEC price starts at Rs. 77,981, which is Rs. 12,041 cheaper than the base variant of Honda QC1, priced at Rs. 90,022. In terms of efficiency, the Splendor Plus XTEC returns a claimed 70 kmpl, while the QC1 offers a claimed 80 km/charge. On the performance front, the Splendor Plus XTEC uses a 97.2cc engine producing 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm and the QC1 a 1.5Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Splendor Plus XTEC and QC1, the Splendor Plus XTEC is the better pick for affordability, while the QC1 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Splendor Plus XTEC vs QC1 Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Splendor Plus XTECHonda QC1
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 77,981Rs. 90,022
Mileage / Range 70 kmpl80 km/charge
Engine / Battery 97.2 cc1.5 Kwh
Max power / Motor 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 112 Kg89.5 Kg

Splendor Plus XTEC vs QC1 Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Splendor Plus XTEC DrumHonda QC1 STD
Rating
268 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Hero Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77,981 Check On Road Price Rs. 90,022 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC Not Available
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Colors
Honda QC1 Colors
Braking Type Integrated Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range Not Available 80 km/charge
Charging Time Not Available 6.5 Hr
Starting Kick and Self Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 1.43/km Rs. 0.12/km
EMI
Rs. 2,247 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 6,030 Splendor Plus XTEC Insurance Rs. 4,043 QC1 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
85 kmph
50 km/Hr
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Motor Torque
Not Available
77 Nm
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Motor Waterproofing Rating
Not Available
IP67
Dedicated Charger Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Charger Warranty
Not Available
3 Years
Engine Type
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Not Available
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
4 Speed
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
Not Available
1
Max Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Not Available
Bore
50 mm
Not Available
Stroke
49.5 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Not Available
Battery Warranty
Not Available
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Drum
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Integrated Braking System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
70 kmpl
Not Available
0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
9.4s
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
9.4s
Scooter Speed
Not Available
high
Estimated Mileage
65-70 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
5 Step Adjustable Hydraulic

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Front :- 90/90-12, Rear :- 90/100-10
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
704 mm
Seat Length
733 mm
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
1.45 L
Length*Width*Height
2000*720*1052 mm3
1826*701*1129 mm3
Wheelbase
1236 mm
1275 mm
Length
2000 mm
1826 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
169 mm
Height
1052 mm
1129 mm
Width
720 mm
701 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.8 L
Not Available
Kerb Weight
112 Kg
89.5 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
110 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Li-ion
Motor Type
Not Available
BLDC
Motor Power
Not Available
1.8 kW
Claimed range
Not Available
80 km/charge
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
Not Available
6 Hours 50 Minutes
Range
Not Available
80 km/charge
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 3AH
1.5 Kwh
Charging Time
Not Available
6.5 Hr
Charging Time(0-80%)
Not Available
4 Hrs 30 Min
Seat Opening Switch
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Tubular Double Cradle
Under Bone
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Econ,Standard
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Brightness Control
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Distance To Empty
Not Available
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
Handlebar type
Single Piece
Not Available
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Electric Scooters
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Gradeability
Not Available
7°
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Not Available
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
26 L
Charger Output
Not Available
330 W
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Not Available
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
6500 Kms/240 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
12500 Kms/420 Days
Not Available
4th Service
18500 Kms/600 Days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
Not Available
50000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • Really peppy and frugal in the city
  • The bike is planted yet flickable and gets an extensive list of features for a 100cc commuter bike
Honda QC1
  • Looks futuristic and elegant, Available in 5 different colour options, Good enough power for short city commutes
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • The seat gets really vibey really quick
  • Suspension tuning could be better over sharp bumps and initial feedback from the front lever is not very great
Honda QC1
  • Misses out on smartphone connectivity features, Might feel under powered at times with just a 50kmph top speed, Gets a small 1
  • 5kWh battery pack
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Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs Honda QC1?
Honda QC1 has out rated Hero Splendor Plus XTEC on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs Honda QC1?
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is cheaper than Honda QC1 by ₹12,041.
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As per the users experiences the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has better performance.

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