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Hero Electric Photon vs Honda Dio
Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs. 1.10 Lakh which is Rs. 39,679 costlier than base model of Honda Dio priced at Rs. 71,212. In technical specifications, Honda Dio is powered by 109.51 cc engine. Hero Electric Photon is available in 2 different colours while Honda Dio comes with 5 colours. The Comparison Hero Electric Photon vs Honda Dio can be described on the basis of price and specifications.
Photon vs Dio
| Key Highlights | Photon LP | Dio STD OBD2 |
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| Engine Type | ... | 4 Stroke, SI Engine |
| Max Power | ... | 7.85 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Top Speed | 45 km/Hr | 83 kmph |
| Range | 90 km/charge | ... |
| Charging Time | 5 Hr | ... |
Photon vs Dio Key Highlights
| Basic Info | Hero Electric Photon LP | Honda Dio STD OBD2 |
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| Rating |
38 reviews
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358 reviews
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| Brand Name | Hero Electric | Honda |
| Ex-Showroom Price | Rs. 1.10 Lakh Get On-Road Price | Rs. 71,212 Get On-Road Price |
| Engine Type | ... | 4 Stroke, SI Engine |
| Max Power | ... | 7.85 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Petrol |
| Colors | ||
| Brakes Front | Drum | Drum |
| Brakes Rear | Drum | Drum |
| Braking Type | Combi Brake System | ... |
| Wheel Size | Front :-254 mm,Rear :-254 mm | Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm |
| Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) | Steel | Steel Metal (Black) |
| Range | 90 km/charge | ... |
| Charging Time | 5 Hr | ... |
| ABS | no | ... |
| Starting | Self Start Only | Kick and Self Start |
| Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
| Running Cost | Rs. 0.14/km | Rs. 2.00/km |
| EMI | ... |
Rs. 2,052
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| Insurance | Rs. 4,445 Photon Insurance | Rs. 6,136 Dio Insurance |
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Pros and Cons
- Positives
- Negatives
Hero Electric Photon
- Good e-bike with practical usable power
Honda Dio
- Features a telescopic fork and a 12-inch front wheel
- Gets an external fuel filler
- A silent starter and an engine kill switch are good additions.
Hero Electric Photon
- Price
- range
Honda Dio
- No front disc even as an option
- No USB charging port or boot light as an option.
Is Hero Electric Photon Better Than Honda Dio?
50% users have chosen Hero Electric Photon over Honda Dio in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 1550 users have also rated Hero Electric Photon and Honda Dio on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Honda Dio has out rated Hero Electric Photon on all the rating factors.
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 | Dio | Photon |
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| Mileage | 3.2 | 3.9 |
| Performance | 2.7 | 4.2 |
| Comfort | 3.0 | 4.1 |
| Maintenance | 3.0 | 4.0 |
| Features | 3.0 | 4.2 |
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Latest News on Hero Electric Photon and Honda Dio
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Recently Asked User Questions
Q. What difference between photon hx and photon lp
- Hero Electric Photon is available in a single variant: Photon HX. The electric scooter is powered by a 72V / 26Ah battery that offers a claimed range of 108 km in a single charge. The top speed of Photon HX is capped at 45 kmph. Hero Electric Photon is priced at Rs. 71,440 (ex-showroom). For more details, you may get in touch with the nearest authorized dealer in your city. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Difference bw Photon LI and LP ?
- There is not much difference. Powering the Hero Electric Photon is a BLDC hub motor. On the 72 Li version, you get a 1kW motor with a peak power of 1.5kW. The LP trim gets a larger 1.2kW motor that has a peak power of 1.8kW. Both variants offer the same top speed of 45kmph. Both models get different battery sizes. The more affordable one gets two 28Ah battery packs. This gives the scooter a maximum range of 110km in economy mode and 80km in power mode. The other variant gets just a single 26Ah battery pack, giving the scooter a range of 80km. Underpinnings on both versions of the Photon remain the same. The Photon electric scooter runs on 10-inch alloy rims. It is the only scooter in Hero Electric’s current lineup that gets a front disc brake as standard. Suspension duties are handled by a telescopic fork and twin shocks. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Q. Is Repsol Edition best in Honda Dio?
- No point in paying extra for the sticker works. All depends on personal preferences. Alloys wheel will be beneficial.
- Honda also recently introduced a Repsol Edition of the Dio BS6. It is an aesthetic update of the youthful scooter that now dons the same colours as the Repsol HRC MotoGP team. This variant costs Rs 68,127 (ex-showroom Delhi), Rs 2,500 more than the regular DLX trim. The Dio perfectly fits the bill of a MotoGP pit scooter. A darker shade for the wheels would have made it a lot more appealing. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
Hero Electric Photon Vs Honda Dio FAQs
Which bike is best between Hero Electric Photon vs Honda Dio?
Honda Dio has out rated Hero Electric Photon on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Electric Photon vs Honda Dio?
The Honda Dio is cheaper than Hero Electric Photon by Rs. 39,679.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Electric Photon vs Honda Dio?
As per the users experiences the Hero Electric Photon has better performance.
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