Honda QC1 vs Ola S1 Z

Last Updated: October 21, 2026

Ola S1 Z price starts at Rs. 79,999, which is Rs. 10,709 cheaper than the base variant of Honda QC1, priced at Rs. 90,708. In terms of range, the QC1 offers a claimed 80 km/charge, while the S1 Z delivers 179 km/charge. On the performance front, the QC1 uses a 1.5 Kwh battery and the S1 Z a 3.1 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the QC1 and S1 Z, the S1 Z is the better pick for affordability and range.

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QC1 vs S1 Z Comparison Summary

Specification Honda QC1Ola S1 Z
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 90,708Rs. 79,999
Range 80 km/charge179 km/charge
Battery capacity 1.5 Kwh3.1 Kwh
Charging time 6.5 HrNot Available
Kerb weight 89.5 KgNot Available

QC1 vs S1 Z Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda QC1 STDOla S1 Z 3.1 Kwh
Rating
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Brand Name Honda Ola
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 90,708 Check On Road Price Rs. 79,999 Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
Honda QC1 Colors
Ola Electric S1 Z Colors
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 80 km/charge 179 km/charge
Charging Time 6.5 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 5,694 QC1 Insurance Rs. 3,764 S1 Z Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Claimed Top Speed
50 km/Hr
70 km/Hr
Motor Torque
77 Nm
Not Available
Battery Swap Capability
Not Available
Yes
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Dedicated Charger Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
1
2
Drive Type
Not Available
Hub Motor
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

Front Brake
Drum
Drum
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum

0-40 Kmph (sec)
9.4s
4.6s
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
9.4s
4.6s
Scooter Speed
high
high

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
5 Step Adjustable Hydraulic
Not Available

Tyre Size
Front :- 90/90-12, Rear :- 90/100-10
Not Available
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
704 mm
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
1.45 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1826*701*1129 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1275 mm
Not Available
Length
1826 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
169 mm
Not Available
Height
1129 mm
Not Available
Width
701 mm
Not Available
Kerb Weight
89.5 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
Not Available
Rear Brake Size
110 mm
Not Available

Battery Type
Li-ion
LFP
Motor Type
BLDC
Not Available
Motor Power
1.8 kW
4 kW
Claimed range
80 km/charge
179 km/charge
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
6 Hours 50 Minutes
Not Available
Range
80 km/charge
179 km/charge
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
1.5 Kwh
3.1 Kwh
Charging Time
6.5 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
4 Hrs 30 Min
5 Hrs 42 min
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Under Bone
Not Available
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Econ,Standard
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Processor
Not Available
MoveOS 5
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Gradeability
7°
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
26 L
Yes
Charger Output
330 W
Not Available
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda QC1
  • Looks futuristic and elegant, Available in 5 different colour options, Good enough power for short city commutes
Ola S1 Z
  • Gets a simple, futuristic and practical design
  • Comes with a single battery pack - but also gets an option to add another battery, with a dual battery pack
  • Claims to deliver a 146km range
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
Ola S1 Z
  • Misses out on a front disc brake, even as an optional feature
  • Might feel slow while making overtakes in the city

Is Ola S1 Z Better Than Honda QC1?

100% users have chosen Ola S1 Z over Honda QC1 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 7 users have also rated Ola S1 Z and Honda QC1 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
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 S1 Z QC1
Mileage 4.0 5.0
Performance 4.0 5.0
Comfort 4.5 5.0
Maintenance 4.0 5.0
Features 4.0 5.0
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Honda QC1 Vs Ola S1 Z FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda QC1 vs Ola S1 Z?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Honda QC1 vs Ola S1 Z?
The Ola S1 Z is cheaper than Honda QC1 by ₹10,709.
Which bike offers better performance Honda QC1 vs Ola S1 Z?
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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