- Honda has patented the UC3 electric scooter in India, which features a Li-ion LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, unlike the previous models that used Li-ion NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) chemistry.
- The UC3 claims a maximum range of 122km per charge, with a 20-80 percent charging time of 5 hours using a 450W charger and 2 hours with a 1200W charger.
- The scooter produces a peak output of 6kW and has a top speed of 120kph, riding on 12-inch wheels at both ends.
- The UC3 features svelte bodywork with flowing lines and a 26 litre storage capacity under the seat.
- It offers three riding modes - Standard, Sport, and Econ - plus a reverse mode configurable via the 5-inch TFT dash.
- The UC3 has a kerb weight of 129kg, a seat height of 779mm, and is available in black and white, with rose gold accents on the black version.
Honda has patented its UC3 electric scooter in India, expanding its electric vehicle lineup. The UC3 features a 122km range and a 6kW peak output, reaching a top speed of 120kph. It debuts an LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) battery, which is a shift from the Li-ion NMC batteries used in other models like the QC1 and Activa E:.
The scooter is designed with a spacious cruiser-like body, offering a 26-litre storage capacity under the seat. It includes three riding modes—Standard, Sport, and Econ—along with a reverse mode accessible via a 5-inch TFT dash. The UC3 has a kerb weight of 129kg and a seat height of 779mm, available in black and white with rose gold accents.56
Charging times are competitive, with a 5-hour charge using a 450W charger and 2 hours with a 1200W charger. However, the patent filing does not guarantee an imminent launch, as it may serve as an Intellectual Property Rights safeguard for Honda.2
As the electric scooter market grows, Honda's UC3 could play a significant role in enhancing its presence in India and beyond.
“The UC3's LFP battery marks a shift from the NMC chemistry used in the QC1 and Activa E:. It offers a 20-80 percent charge in 5 hours with the 450W charger or 2 hours with the 1200W charger, and includes a 26-litre under-seat storage.”
