Hero Electric Photon vs Merico Speedstar
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or Merico Speedstar? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Speedstar. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.86,391 (ex-showroom) for Base and Merico Speedstar Price starts at Rs.53,692 (ex-showroom) for 60V. Hero Electric Photon is N/A cylinder, N/A cc Engine can generate 1800 W power whereas Merico Speedstar can generate 250 W power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Speedstar has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 3 colours & 2 variants whereas Merico Speedstar is available in 1 colours & 1 variants.
Photon vs Speedstar
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Photon | Merico Speedstar |
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Price | Rs.86,391 | Rs.53,692 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1800 W | 250 W |
Mileage/Range | 108 km/charge | N/A km/charge |
Specifications Overview
Photon specifications | Speedstar specifications | V1 specifications | |
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On Road Price | 97,017 | 56,001 | 1.20 Lakh |
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Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Photon Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Speedstar Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | V1 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Rear Wheel Size | 10 | - | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy | Alloy |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | - | - | Yes |
Front Wheel Size | 10 | - | - |
Calliper Type | No | - | Front - 2 Piston Caliper |
Braking System | CBS | - | CBS |
Front Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Telescopic | - |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | - | - |
Front Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | 3.00-10& | - |
Rear Tyre Size | 10 x 3 Inch | 3.00-10& | - |
Front Type | Drum | Disc | Disc |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | - | - |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum | Drum |
Tubeless Tyres | No | Yes | Yes |
Instrumentation
Photon Instrumentation | Speedstar Instrumentation | V1 Instrumentation | |
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Touch Screen Display | - | - | Yes |
Riding Modes Switch | - | - | Yes |
Tachometer | No | - | Digital |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Analogue | - | Digital |
Body & Suspension
Photon Body & Suspension | Speedstar Body & Suspension | V1 Body & Suspension | |
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Images | |||
Frame Type | Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis | High Rigid Tubular Frame | Underbone |
Engine & Transmission
Photon Engine & Transmission | Speedstar Engine & Transmission | V1 Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | Hub Motor | BLDC& Hub Motor | PMSW |
No. of valves per cylinder | Electric | - | - |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1.872 kwh | - | 3.44 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium-ion | VRLA | Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 5 Hours | 6-7 Hours | 5 Hours 15 Minutes |
Fast Charging | No | - | Yes |
Range | 108 km/charge | - | - |
Top Speed | 45 kmph | 25 kmph | 80 kmph |
Max Torque | - | - | 25 Nm |
Max Power | 1800 W | 250 W | 6000 W |
Fuelling | - | Electric | - |
Configuration | - | - | - |
Charging Socket | Yes | Yes | - |
Bore x Stroke | - | 47 mm x 63.1 mm | - |
Comfort & Convenience
Photon Comfort & Convenience | Speedstar Comfort & Convenience | V1 Comfort & Convenience | |
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Riding Modes | No | - | Eco& Ride and Sports |
Low Battery Indicator | 1 | - | Yes |
Geo Fencing | - | - | Yes |
Front Storage Box | 1 | - | - |
Call/SMS Alerts | - | - | Yes |
Average Speed Indicator | - | - | Yes |
Pillion Footrest | 1 | - | Yes |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | - | 26 |
Luggage Space | - | Yes | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital | Digital |
Seat Style | - | - | Single |
Start Type | Electric Start | Self Start Only | Push Button Start |
Safety
Photon Safety | Speedstar Safety | V1 Safety | |
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Hazard Warning Switch | - | - | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | 1 | - | Yes |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
Photon Dimensions & Capacity | Speedstar Dimensions & Capacity | V1 Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1970 mm | 1850 mm | - |
Width | 745 mm | 610 mm | - |
Height | 1145 mm | 1130 mm | - |
Wheelbase | 1230 mm | 1360 mm | 1031 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 195 mm | 155 mm |
Body Type | - | - | Electric Scooter |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 87 kg | 59.9 kg | 124 kg |
Seat Height | 768 mm | - | 780 mm |
Entertainment & Communication
Photon Entertainment & Communication | Speedstar Entertainment & Communication | V1 Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | - | - | OTA enabled 7 inch TFT with Touch |
Pros & Cons
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Which Scooter Do You Like More ?
Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Merico Speedstar
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Photon has features like Under Seat Storage and Merico Speedstar, on the other hand, has Luggage Space.
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Hero Electric Photon and Merico Speedstar FAQs
What is the on-road price of Hero Electric Photon?
The on-road price of Hero Electric Photon is Rs. 97,017 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.