New Ather Konarc: Family-Friendly, But One HUGE Flaw Remains…
by Jehan Adil Darukhanawala
September 2, 2026
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The Ather Konarc is here — and unlike the 450 series or the Rista, this one isn't just gunning for other electric scooters, it's directly targeting India's best-selling ICE scooters like the Honda Activa and TVS Jupiter. In this first ride review, we put the Konarc's design, comfort, performance, range, and features to the test to find out if it deserves to be the only scooter in your garage. Ather Konarc: https://www.zigwheels.com/ather-energy-bikes/konarc/ In this video, we cover: ✅ Ather Konarc design & the story behind the "O" rising sun motif ✅ Metal body panels, riding triangle & ergonomics ✅ Boot space test — does a full-size helmet actually fit? ✅ Main stand — a first for Ather ✅ Riding modes explained: Eco, Smart Eco & Power ✅ Real-world range test: up to 130km claimed in Smart Eco, 90-95km in Power mode ✅ 3.5kWh battery pack, charging times & Ather Grid fast charging ✅ Handling, braking & stability at speed ✅ Ride quality & rear suspension — our biggest concern ✅ 7-inch LCD cluster and features on the S variant ✅ Air Walk feature — parking made easy ✅ Konarc S price and what to expect from the upcoming Z variant The Ather Konarc S is priced at approximately ₹1.45 lakh and comes with a 7-inch LCD display, three battery pack options, and a top speed of 70kmph. But is it comfortable enough to be a true family scooter? Watch till the end for our final verdict.
