JHEV Alfa R3 vs River Indie

Last Updated: September 2, 2026

JHEV Alfa R3 price starts at Rs. 1.25 Lakh, which is Rs. 20,800 cheaper than the base variant of River Indie, priced at Rs. 1.46 Lakh. In terms of range, the Alfa R3 offers a claimed 100-110 km/charge, while the Indie delivers 163 km/charge. On the performance front, the Alfa R3 uses a 2.16 Kwh battery and the Indie a 4 Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Alfa R3 and Indie, the Alfa R3 is the better pick for affordability and charging time, while the Indie stands out for range.

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Alfa R3 vs Indie Comparison Summary

Specification JHEV Alfa R3River Indie
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.25 LakhRs. 1.46 Lakh
Range 100-110 km/charge163 km/charge
Battery capacity 2.16 Kwh4 Kwh
Charging time 3-4 Hr8 Hr

Alfa R3 vs Indie Key Highlights

Basic Info JHEV Alfa R3 STDRiver Indie STD
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Brand Name JHEV River
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.25 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.46 Lakh Check On Road Price
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Colors
JHEV Alfa R3 Colors
River Indie Colors
Braking Type Not Available Combine Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 100-110 km/charge 163 km/charge
Charging Time 3-4 Hr 8 Hr
Starting Push Button Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Insurance Rs. 5,462 Alfa R3 Insurance Rs. 8,975 Indie Insurance
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Claimed Top Speed
85 km/Hr
90 km/Hr
Motor Torque
Not Available
26 Nm
Motor Waterproofing Rating
Not Available
IP67
Charger Warranty
1 Year
Not Available
No. Of Batteries
1
1
Continuous Power
Not Available
4.5 kW
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 40,000 Km
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Years Years
Not Available
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Braking Type
Not Available
Combine Braking System

0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
3.7s
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
3.7s
Scooter Speed
Not Available
high

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Telescopic Suspension with Hydraulic Dampers Twin
Suspension-Rear
Hydraulic
Coil Spring with Hydraulic Dampers Twin

Tyre Size
Not Available
Front :-110/80-14 Rear :-120/70-14
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-355.6 mm,Rear :-355.6 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
787 mm
Removable battery weight
20 kg
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
12 L
Wheelbase
Not Available
1365 mm
Length
Not Available
1996 mm
Ground Clearance
Not Available
165 mm
Width
Not Available
765 mm
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
Not Available
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
200 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Li-ion
Motor Type
Not Available
PMSM
Motor Power
3 kW
6.7 kW
Claimed range
100-110 km/charge
163 km/charge
Regenerative braking
Not Available
Yes
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
3 Hours - 4 Hours
8 Hours
Range (Mode 1)
Not Available
110 km/charge
Range (Mode 2)
Not Available
90 km/charge
Range (Mode 3)
Not Available
70 km/charge
Range
100-110 km/charge
163 km/charge
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Fast Charging Time
Not Available
5 Hours
Charging at Home
Yes
Yes
Battery Capacity
2.16 Kwh
4 Kwh
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time
3-4 Hr
8 Hr
Boot Light
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Not Available
Steel Tubular Dual Cradle
Pillion Seat
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Not Available
Yes
Riding Modes
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Riding Modes - Eco I Ride I Rush
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Reverse Assist
Yes
Yes
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Electric Scooters
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Starting
Push Button Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Gradeability
Not Available
18°
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Yes
43 L
Charger Output
Not Available
480W, 750W
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
River Indie
  • Lots of storage space
  • Torquey enough even in Eco mode
  • Suspension tuned to handle heavy loads
  • Funky and likeable design
River Indie
  • Display quality could’ve been better
  • Suspension is on the firmer side with just the rider’s weight
  • Throttle calibration in Rush mode could’ve been smoother
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JHEV Alfa R3 Vs River Indie FAQs

Which bike is best between JHEV Alfa R3 vs River Indie?
River Indie has out rated JHEV Alfa R3 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper JHEV Alfa R3 vs River Indie?
The JHEV Alfa R3 is cheaper than River Indie by ₹20,800.
Which bike offers better performance JHEV Alfa R3 vs River Indie?
As per the users experiences the JHEV Alfa R3 has better performance.

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