Question 1

What battery capacity, motor power, torque, and transmission does the Ather Konarc offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The S 100 variant gets a 2.1 kWh pack, the S 125 variant gets a 2.7 kWh pack, while the S 161 variant gets a 3.5 kWh pack.
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) with 4 kW peak power on the S 100 variant, and 4.7 kW peak power output on both the S 125 and S 161 variants.
All variants produce 16 Nm of torque and get a silent gear drive with a closed gearbox.
The scooter can attain a top speed of 70 kmph across all three variants.
SmartEco, Eco, and Power riding modes are offered across the entire lineup.

Question 2

What is the top speed of the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

All variant of the Ather Konarc can attain a top speed of 70 kmph.

Question 3

What riding modes are available in the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The scooter gets multiple ride modes such as SmartEco, Eco, and Power as standard.

Question 4

Is the Ather Konarc suitable for city riding?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The wheelbase of 1,352 mm is substantially longer than the Rizta and offers a composed and planted stance.

Question 5

Can the Ather Konarc be used for highway touring?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The larger 14-inch wheel in the front offers better stability at higher speeds.

Question 6

Is the Ather Konarc comfortable for the rider and pillion?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

For a comfortable ride, this scooter offers a long travel suspension setup (90 mm front and 100 mm rear travel) and padded grabrails on select variants.

Question 7

What is the seat height of the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The seat height is approx. 780 mm.

Question 8

What is the ground clearance of the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The scooter has a modest ground clearance of 150 mm.

Question 9

What is the kerb weight of the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The 100 km variant weighs 126.5 kg while the 125 km variant weighs about 129 kg.

Question 10

How much storage space does the Ather Konarc offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Konarc offers 31 litres of under-seat boot space and a 2-litre front storage pocket.

Question 11

What safety features does the Ather Konarc offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The safety feature list include:

It gets an IP67-rated motor and battery casing

Steel unibody chassis

AutoHold function (brake-lever activated on the 100 km; standard on higher trims)

Front disc brakes (125 km and 161 km)

Vehicle FallSafe with hazard blinking (125 km and 161 km).

Question 12

Does the Ather Konarc get ABS or CBS?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Konarc gets an electronic braking system for efficient braking.

Question 13

Does the Ather Konarc get reverse assist?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

Reverse Assist (Park Assist) is standard across all variants.

Question 14

What features does the Ather Konarc offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The feature list includes:

LED headlights
Reverse Park Assist
AutoHold
Ather App compatibility
Front mobile holder
Optional 18W Type-C USB charger
The 125 km and 161 km variants offer 4G LTE/GNSS connectivity
OTA updates
Call and Music control
Tow & Theft alerts
Ride Stories
‘Find My Scooter’ feature

Question 15

Does the Ather Konarc support smartphone connectivity?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Ather App is offered across all variants, with integrated 4G LTE/GNSS connectivity and Ather Connect on the 125 km and 161 km variants.

Question 16

Does the Ather Konarc get navigation?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The 125 km and 161 km variants offer GNSS connectivity and a 7-inch DeepView display, with turn-by-turn navigation support.

Question 17

Does the Ather Konarc get a TFT/digital display?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The 100 km variant gets a 4.2-inch DeepView digital display
While the 125 km and 161 km variants get a 7-inch DeepView digital display

Question 18

Does the Ather Konarc get a USB charging port?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The front mobile holder gets a USB charger, while the 18W Type-C USB charger is available as an accessory.

Question 19

What is the claimed range of the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Konarc is available in three IDC riding range options:

100 km
125 km
161 km

Question 20

What real-world range can you expect from the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

100 km variant: 80 km TrueRange
125 km variant: 100 km TrueRange
161 km variant: 130 km TrueRange

Question 21

How long does it take to charge the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The 450W home charger (0 to 80 per cent): 4 hr (100 km), 4 hr 30 min (125 km), and 5 hr 40 min (161 km).

Combined Charger (0 to 80 per cent): 2 hr (100 km), 2 hr 25 min (125 km), and 3 hr 10 min (161 km).

Question 22

Does the Ather Konarc support fast charging?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

Yes, this electric scooter does support fast charging.

Question 23

Can the Ather Konarc be charged at home?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

This scooter can be charged at home via the standard 450W on-board charger or the add-on combined charger.

Question 24

Does the Ather Konarc use battery swapping?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Konarc gets a fixed battery packs which can be charged via home chargers or the Ather Grid.

Question 25

What colour options are available for the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

2 colour options on the 100 km variant: Quartz white and majestic grey.
4 colour options on the 125 km and 161 km variants: Celestial Gold, Lumen Copper, Quartz White, and Majestic Grey.

Question 26

What warranty does the Ather Konarc offer?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The standard warranty is for 3 years or 30,000 km for both vehicle and the battery.
The Atherstack Pro offers 5 years or 60,000 km battery warranty.
The extended warranty is for a period of 8 years or 80,000 km, or 10 years or 1,00,000 km.

Question 27

What is the price of the Ather Konarc in India?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Konarc is priced between Rs 1.0 lakh to Rs 1.45 lakh depending on the variant.

Question 28

What is the base variant price of the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The S100 carries an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.0-lakh.

Question 29

What is the price of the Ather Konarc top variant?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The current top-spec variant, the S 161 is priced at Rs 1.45 lakh.

Question 30

Which Ather Konarc variant offers the best value?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Konarc S 125 priced at Rs 1.22 Lakh (ex-showroom) offers the strongest balance of price and features, providing the larger 7-inch screen, 4.7 kW motor, connected tech suite, and front disc brake over the base model.

Question 31

Is the Ather Konarc worth buying?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

It is worth considering if the buyer prioritises metal-body construction, IP67 waterproofing, reliable fast-charging access, and flexible battery warranty packages up to 10 years.

Question 32

Who should buy the Ather Konarc?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

Konarc S 100: Ideal for short-distance city commuters with a limited budget.
Konarc S 125: Good for daily urban riders seeking full app connectivity, better braking, and 100 km real-world range.
Konarc S 161: High-mileage commuters seeking 130 km real-world range and included fast-charging capability.

Question 33

Ather Konarc vs TVS iQube vs Ather Rizta: Which electric two-wheeler should you buy?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Ather Konarc emerges as a good rugged daily workhorse. Its metal unibody chassis and larger 14-inch front wheel handle broken roads with a lot more confidence, plus you get access to fast charging on the Ather Grid and the option to back the battery with an unmatched 10-year warranty.

On the other hand, the TVS iQube is a comfortable, conventional family scooter. The flat floorboard and relaxed ergonomics deliver a cushier ride. Further, it can attain a top speed of 82 kmph with a range of battery configurations options.

The Ather Rizta is a dedicated family scooter with superior comfort, speed, and storage. It gives you a significantly larger and wider family seat, a higher 80 kmph top speed, and massive cargo capacity (34-litre under-seat boot plus an optional 22-litre front trunk.

Question 34

Ather Konarc vs Honda Activa vs TVS Jupiter: Which makes more sense?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

The Ather Konarc is a reliable daily commuter and can be charged at home. It costs more upfront, but the fuel bills reduce to around 30-40 paise per km (versus Rs 2 per km on petrol). Additionally, it offers a silent motor, reverse assist, hill hold, and a 10-year battery warranty option.

Stick to the Activa or Jupiter if you want zero charging hassles, lower upfront cost, and total freedom. The ex-showroom cost is much lower, and it can be refuelled in two minutes. The Honda Activa commands a better resale value, while the Jupiter offers a softer, more comfortable ride with better front-floor practicality.

Question 35

Ather Konarc vs Bajaj Chetak: Which has a better range?

CarAndBike · Accepted Answer

Konarc offers a better top spec variant: The current flagship S 161 variant offers a riding range of up to 130 km in real-world conditions, whereas the top-tier Chetak variants offer up to 125 km.

However, buyers interested in the entry-level variants, the Chetak’s base variant offers a riding range of up to 100 km, while the the base Konarc S 100 offers a modest 80 km real-world efficiency.

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