Hero Electric Optima vs Merico Speedstar
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Optima or Merico Speedstar? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Optima and Speedstar. Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0 and Merico Speedstar Price starts at Rs.53,692 (ex-showroom) for 60V. Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power whereas Merico Speedstar can generate 250 W power. In terms of range, Optima provides a range of 135km/charge (base model), and Speedstar has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Merico Speedstar is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Optima vs Speedstar
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Optima | Merico Speedstar |
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Price | Rs.83,300 | Rs.53,692 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1900 W | 250 W |
Mileage/Range | 135 km/charge | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Optima specifications | Speedstar specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 86,882 Price Breakup | 56,001 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.6 | 4.0 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Optima Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Speedstar Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | - |
Calliper Type | No | - |
Front Disc Size | 130 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Wheel Size | 12 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 12 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Telescopic |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | - |
Front Tyre Size | 90/90 - 12 | 3.00-10& |
Rear Tyre Size | 90/90 - 12 | 3.00-10& |
Front Type | Drum | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | - |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum |
Instrumentation
Optima Instrumentation | Speedstar Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | - |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Tachometer | No | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Digital | - |
Exterior
Optima Exterior | Speedstar Exterior | |
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LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
Optima Warranty | Speedstar Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years battery and motor warranty | - |
Body & Suspension
Optima Body & Suspension | Speedstar Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Underbone | High Rigid Tubular Frame |
Engine & Transmission
Optima Engine & Transmission | Speedstar Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | BLDC | BLDC& Hub Motor |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 2 Kwh kwh | - |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | VRLA |
Charging Time | 6 hr 50 min | 6-7 Hours |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Range | 135 km/charge | - |
Top Speed | 48 kmph | 25 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 47 mm x 63.1 mm |
Charging Socket | - | Yes |
Fuelling | - | Electric |
Max Power | 1900 W | 250 W |
Motor Power | 1200 | 250 W |
Comfort & Convenience
Optima Comfort & Convenience | Speedstar Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | - |
Front Storage Box | Yes | - |
Geo Fencing | No | - |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | 2 | - |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | No | - |
Instrument Console | Digital | - |
Luggage Space | - | Yes |
Safety
Optima Safety | Speedstar Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | - |
Radial Tyres | No | - |
Side Stand Alarm | Yes | - |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Brake Assist | CBS | - |
Power Modes | No | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Optima Dimensions & Capacity | Speedstar Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | - | 1850 mm |
Width | - | 610 mm |
Height | - | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase | - | 1360 mm |
Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 195 mm |
Body Type | Electric Scooter | - |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 93 kg | 59.9 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Optima and Merico Speedstar
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Optima has features like Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator and Merico Speedstar, on the other hand, has Luggage Space.
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Hero Electric Optima and Merico Speedstar FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Optima?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Optima is Rs. 86,882 in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Merico Speedstar?
The on-road price of Merico Speedstar is Rs. 56,001 in New Delhi.