Ather has expanded its electric scooter portfolio with the new Konarc S 125, positioned as the current entry point to the Konarc range. Priced at ₹1.22 lakh, the scooter offers a claimed IDC range of 125km and uses a 2.7kWh battery. It is aimed at buyers looking for a practical electric scooter with a relatively long claimed range.
The Konarc S 125 faces competition from established two-wheeler makers, including TVS, Bajaj and Vida. Its closest rivals in claimed range are the TVS iQube 3.1kWh, Bajaj Chetak C3001 and Vida VX2 Go 3.1. Here is how the four scooters compare in terms of specifications, equipment and price.
Ather Konarc S 125 vs rivals: Range and performance
According to Ather's specifications, the Konarc S 125 produces 4kW of peak motor power and 16 Nm of rated torque. It has a claimed top speed of 70kph and a 2.7kWh battery.
The TVS iQube 3.1kWh makes 4.4kW and 33 Nm, with an 82 kph claimed top speed. The Chetak C3001 produces 3.1kW and 20 Nm, while the Vida VX2 Go 3.1 develops 6kW and 25 Nm.
The Chetak has the highest claimed IDC range at 131 km. The Vida follows with 127 km, while the Konarc and iQube claim 125 km and 123 km, respectively.
Dimensions and chassis
The Konarc has a 1,352 mm wheelbase and weighs 126.5kg. Its 770mm seat height matches the iQube and is lower than the Chetak C3001 and Vida VX2 Go.
The iQube is the lightest at 116.8 kg, while the Vida weighs 118 kg. The Chetak weighs 125 kg and has a 1,355 mm wheelbase.
Konarc gets a larger front wheel
The Ather Konarc S 125 uses a 14-inch front wheel, while all three rivals use 12-inch front wheels. It gets a 220mm front disc and 130mm rear drum brake.
The iQube uses the same brake sizes. The Vida gets a 190mm front disc, while the Chetak uses drum brakes at both ends.
Features and subscription costs
Ather equips the Konarc with a 7-inch LCD instrument cluster and its AirWalk feature for easier manual movement. However, several connected and advanced functions are part of the optional Ather StackPro package, priced at ₹16,000 for the Konarc S 125.
As reported in the source material, StackPro adds features such as TrueRange, AutoHold and Vehicle FallSafe. TVS, Bajaj and Vida also offer additional features through paid packages, with their subscription costs lower than Ather's.
Ather Konarc S 125 price vs rivals
The Konarc S 125 is priced at ₹1.22 lakh. The TVS iQube 3.1kWh costs ₹1.29 lakh, while the Chetak C3001 and Vida VX2 Go 3.1 are priced at ₹1.14 lakh and ₹1.12 lakh, respectively.
This puts the Konarc below the iQube but above the Chetak and Vida in terms of listed prices. Actual on-road prices can vary by location, subsidies and additional equipment.
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