Hero Electric Photon vs YO Electron
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Photon or YO Electron? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Photon and Electron. Hero Electric Photon Price starts at Rs.1.11 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Base and YO Electron Price starts at Rs.58,000 (ex-showroom) for DX. Hero Electric Photon can generate 1800 W power whereas YO Electron can generate N/A power. In terms of range, Photon provides a range of 108km/charge (base model), and Electron has a range of 60km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Photon is available in 1 colours & 2 variants whereas YO Electron is available in 4 colours & 1 variants.
Photon vs Electron
Key Highlights | Hero Electric Photon | YO Electron |
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Price | Rs.1.11 Lakh | Rs.58,000 |
Engine Capacity | N/A | N/A |
Power | 1800 W | N/A |
Mileage/Range | 108 km/charge | 60 km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
Photon specifications | Electron specifications | |
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On Road Price | 1.16 Lakh Price Breakup | 60,494 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 3.1 | 4.3 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
Photon Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Electron Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
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 | - |
Front Suspension | TelescopiSuspension | TelescopiFronFork |
Rear Suspension | Telescopic Suspension | Swing Arm with Shock Absorber |
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 | Electron 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 | Digital |
Exterior
Photon Exterior | Electron Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | No | - |
LED headlight | Yes | - |
Warranty
Photon Warranty | Electron Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 3 Years Battery & 3 Years Motor | 3 years Battery Warranty & 3 Years Motor Warranty |
Body & Suspension
Photon Body & Suspension | Electron Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | Reinforced High Strength Steel Chassis | - |
Engine & Transmission
Photon Engine & Transmission | Electron Engine & Transmission | |
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Engine Type | Hub Motor | BLDC Hub motor |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | - |
No. of valves per cylinder | Is_delete | Is_delete |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 1.9 kwh | 1.248 kwh |
Battery Type | Lithium Ion | VRLA& Lithium Ion |
Charging Time | 5 hr | 10-11 hours/4-5 hours |
Fast Charging | No | - |
Range | 108 km/charge | 60 km/charge |
Top Speed | 45 kmph | 25 kmph |
Charging Socket | Yes | Yes |
Max Power | 1800 W | - |
Motor Power | 250 W | 250 W |
Comfort & Convenience
Photon Comfort & Convenience | Electron 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 | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | - |
Under Seat Storage | Yes | - |
GPS & Navigation | No | - |
Console Type | Digital | Digital |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | Yes |
Engine Kill Switch | No | - |
Instrument Console | Digital | - |
Safety
Photon Safety | Electron Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | No | Yes |
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 | Electron Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Width | 745 mm | 710 mm |
Height | 1145 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
Ground Clearance | 130 mm | 150 mm |
Seat Height | 768 mm | - |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 87 kg | 88 kg |
Pros & Cons
Photon Pros & Cons | Electron Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Photon and YO Electron
Safety
Photon comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail. Electron has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Side Stand Alarm.
Comfort & Convenience
Hero Electric Photon has features like Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Under Seat Storage, USB Charger Port and YO Electron, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Distance to Empty Indicator.
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Hero Electric Photon and YO Electron 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 YO Electron?
The on-road price of YO Electron is Rs. 60,494 in New Delhi.