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.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and Merico Speedstar Price starts at Rs.53,692 (ex-showroom) for 60V. Hero Electric Photon 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 1 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.1.11 Lakh | Rs.53,692 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1800 W | 250 W |
Mileage/Range | 108 km/charge | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Photon specifications | Speedstar specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 1.16 Lakh Price Breakup | 56,001 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.1 | 4.0 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Photon Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Speedstar Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | DBS |
Calliper Type | No | - |
Front Disc Size | 130 | - |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Front Wheel Size | 10 | - |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | - |
Rear Wheel Size | 10 | - |
Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
Front Suspension | TelescopiSuspension | 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 |
Rear Disc/Drum Size | 130 mm | - |
Rear Type | Drum | Drum |
Instrumentation
Photon Instrumentation | Speedstar Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | Yes | Yes |
Touch Screen Display | No | - |
Fuel level guage | No | - |
Tachometer | No | - |
Speedometer | Digital | Digital |
Odometer | Analogue | - |
Exterior
Photon Exterior | Speedstar Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
Photon Warranty | Speedstar Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | - |
Body & Suspension
Photon Body & Suspension | Speedstar Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis | High Rigid Tubular Frame |
Engine & Transmission
Photon Engine & Transmission | Speedstar Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | Hub Motor | BLDC& Hub Motor |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | Is_delete | - |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1.9 kwh | - |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | VRLA |
Charging Time | 5 hr | 6-7 Hours |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Range | 108 km/charge | - |
Top Speed | 45 kmph | 25 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | - | 47 mm x 63.1 mm |
Charging Socket | Yes | Yes |
Fuelling | - | Electric |
Max Power | 1800 W | 250 W |
Motor Power | 250 W | 250 W |
Comfort & Convenience
Photon 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 | - |
Low Oil Indicator | No | - |
Pillion Backrest | No | - |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | - |
Riding Modes | No | - |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | - |
Engine Kill Switch | No | - |
Instrument Console | Digital | - |
Safety
Photon Safety | Speedstar Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | No |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | - |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | - |
Radial Tyres | No | - |
Side Stand Alarm | No | Yes |
Pass Light | Yes | - |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | - |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | - |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Power Modes | No | - |
Dimensions & Capacity
Photon Dimensions & Capacity | Speedstar 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 |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 195 mm |
Seat Height | 768 mm | - |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 87 kg | 59.9 kg |
Pros & Cons
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and Merico Speedstar
Safety
Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Speedstar has Side Stand Alarm.
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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. 1.16 Lakh 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.