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Hero Electric Photon vs Ampere Magnus

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Ampere Magnus? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Magnus. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Ampere Magnus Price starts at Rs.79,999 (ex-showroom) for Neo. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas Ampere Magnus can generate N/A power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Magnus has a range of 80-95km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas Ampere Magnus is available in 10 colours & 3 variants.

Photon vs Magnus

Key HighlightsHero Electric PhotonAmpere Magnus
PriceRs.1.11 LakhRs.79,999
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power1800 WN/A
Mileage/Range108 km/charge80-95 km/charge
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Hero Electric Photon Base scooter
Base
Rs. 1.11 Lakh
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Ampere Magnus Neo scooter
Neo
Rs. 79,999
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.16 Lakh
Price Breakup
83,439
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.1
3.9
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
Front Disc Size
130
-
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Front Wheel Size
10
12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
-
Rear Wheel Size
10
12
Wheel Type
Alloy
Steel
Front Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
Hydraulic Telescopic
Rear Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
Coil Spring
Front Tyre Size
10 x 3 Inch
90/90 12
Rear Tyre Size
10 x 3 Inch
90/90 12
Front Type
Drum
Drum
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
-
Rear Type
Drum
Drum

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
Touch Screen Display
-
Fuel level guage
-
Tachometer
-
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Analogue
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
-
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor
5 Years/75000 Kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis
Conventional Frame

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
Hub Motor
-
No. of Cylinders
1
-
No. of valves per cylinder
Is_delete
-
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Battery Capacity
1.9 kwh
2.3 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Lithium Ion
Charging Time
5 hr
5 to 6 Hours
Fast Charging
Range
108 km/charge
80-95 km/charge
Top Speed
45 kmph
65 kmph
Charging Socket
check
-
Configuration
-
-
Max Power
1800 W
-
Motor Power
250 W
1500

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
Call/SMS Alerts
-
Front Storage Box
check
-
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Low Oil Indicator
-
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
3
Under Seat Storage
check
22
GPS & Navigation
-
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
-
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital

Safety

Hazard Warning Indicator
check
-
Hazard Warning Switch
-
Radial Tyres
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Brake Assist
CBS
CBS
Power Modes
2

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1970 mm
1915 mm
Width
745 mm
690 mm
Height
1145 mm
1260 mm
Wheelbase
1230 mm
1390 mm
Ground Clearance
130 mm
165 mm
Body Type
-
Electric Scooters
Seat Height
768 mm
-
Unladden/Kerb Weight
87 kg
108 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 1500W (output) BLDC motor
  • 18 Ltr storage
  • Decent build quality & fit and finish
  • Disc Brakes
  • Hero's widespread service network is a peace of mind in itself
  • Nimble in size, easy to maneuver in traffic
  • The portable battery pack is a boon for riders
Cons
  • Feels dated already
  • hardware should be improved
  • Long term reliability is questionable
  • Low ground clearance
  • Plain jane design
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Ampere Magnus

Safety

Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Magnus has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and Ampere Magnus, on the other hand, has Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator.

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Hero Electric Photon and Ampere Magnus Owner Reviews

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    • A
      Ankit
      2 Month ago
      3.4
      Just average scooter saved lot of many good for local use i used it for last 3 years reliable good build quality only the issue is about the service and range.
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    • G
      Gotham
      6 Month ago
      3.8
      Good for old people who drives 45km/hand slow rider's Battery charge and average mileage is also good Brakes need to be improved Seating also need to be improved Light weight and easy handling
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    • Ra
      Ramesh a
      2 Year ago
      1.0
      Very bad vehicle Service bad Brakes no good Totally hero electric Photon bike very very bad
      Likes (3)
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    • VA
      Vinay Agarwal
      3 Year ago
      1.8
      Parts is very poor quality specially Break Wire and Lock is very very poor quality and very costly
      Likes (5)
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    • NS
      Nilesh Sodnar
      3 Year ago
      1.0
      Ya photon elictric bike bhout kharab hai koi ise na kharide mere pass hai
      Likes (4)
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