The well-known Hero Splendor, a name that means dependable and saves fuel in the Indian two-wheeler world, has now gone electric. The brand new Hero Splendor Electric is finally here in India, promising a great 250km distance on a single charge and many new features, all while keeping the familiar and trusted look. This electric version wants to give a great mix of performance, savings, and being good for the environment, making it a good choice for people who travel every day across the country.
Hero Splendor Electric – Key Things to Know
- Great Distance: A tested distance of 250km on one charge helps get rid of worries about running out of power.
- Eco-Friendly: No exhaust fumes help make the air cleaner.
- Big Savings: Expected cost to run is only 30 paise per kilometer, which saves a lot of money in the long run.
- New Features: Has a digital screen, LED lights, and maybe phone connection.
- Familiar Look: Keeps the classic Splendor shape with some new, modern touches.
- Good Price: Starts at an attractive ₹1.10 Lakh (price before taxes).
Design & Style – Looks Familiar, But Also New
Hero has smartly kept the main look of the much-loved Splendor, so it’s easy to recognize. But, the Splendor Electric adds some new and noticeable modern parts that show it runs on electricity. Expect smooth LED lights that help you see better, a new digital screen that shows important info about the battery and distance, and maybe new colors and designs that make it different from the petrol version. The overall shape is still comfortable and useful for many riders.
Battery & Performance – 250km Distance on One Charge
The best part of the Hero Splendor Electric is its great claimed distance of 250 kilometers on a single charge. This makes it a strong competitor in the electric scooter/bike market, easing worries about charging often, especially for people who travel daily in cities.
How It Performs:
While we don’t know the exact power of the motor yet, the Splendor Electric is expected to perform well for city riding. Expect smooth and quick start-up, which is common for electric vehicles, making it easy to move in traffic. The top speed will likely be set for city travel, focusing on saving energy and getting good distance rather than going very fast.
How to Charge:
To help different users, Hero will likely offer a few ways to charge the Splendor Electric. These could include:
- Normal Home Charging: Using a simple charger that can be plugged into a regular wall socket. This will likely be the easiest way to charge overnight.
- Fast Charging: Maybe it will support faster charging stations, allowing for quicker charging at public places (if and when there are more of these for electric two-wheelers).
Mileage & Running Cost – Only 30 Paise per Km!
One of the biggest benefits of electric vehicles is that they cost less to run than petrol vehicles. Hero says the Splendor Electric will likely cost only 30 paise per kilometer to run. This calculation looks at the cost of electricity, which is much lower than the cost of petrol. Over time, this saves the owner a lot of money, making the electric model a better financial choice in the long run.
Features & Tech – Smarter Than Petrol Splendor
The Hero Splendor Electric is expected to have many new features that make it easier, safer, and better to ride. These could include:
- Digital Screen: Showing real-time info like speed, battery level, remaining distance, trip meter, and maybe riding modes.
- LED Lights: To help you see better and give it a modern look. This could include LED headlights, taillights, and turn signals.
- Phone Connection: Maybe Bluetooth to get alerts for calls and texts, directions on the screen (using a phone app), and ride info.
- Saving Energy When Braking: A system that takes energy back when you slow down or brake, putting it back into the battery and helping the distance you can travel.
- Alarm Against Theft: To make the vehicle safer.
- USB Charging Port: To charge your phone while you ride.
Price & Types – Starts at ₹1.10 Lakh
Hero MotoCorp has priced the Splendor Electric starting at ₹1.10 Lakh (price before taxes). This good price aims to attract many buyers looking for a cheap and eco-friendly way to travel. It’s possible that there will be different versions with slightly different features or battery sizes later on, to suit more people and budgets.
Is It Worth the Money?
Whether the Hero Splendor Electric is worth the money depends on how you use it and what’s important to you. For people who travel long distances every day, the lower running costs and being good for the environment make it a very good choice. The initial cost, although more than some petrol scooters, can be made up for by the money you save on fuel over time. The new features also make it more valuable. However, if you don’t travel much or want very high performance, you might still prefer petrol-powered options.
Splendor Electric vs Others – Which is Best?
The electric two-wheeler market in India is growing quickly. The Hero Splendor Electric will compete with a growing number of electric scooters and maybe other electric bikes in a similar price and distance range. Main competitors could include models from brands like Ola Electric, Ather Energy, TVS, and Bajaj. The “best” choice will depend on things like how much distance you need, what features you want, how easy it is to find charging in your area, and which brand you like. The Splendor Electric’s strengths are its trusted name, familiar look, and likely its focus on being practical and affordable.
5 Important Questions You Might Have
- What is the distance it will really cover? While the claimed distance is 250km, the actual distance can change depending on how you ride, the road, how much you’re carrying, and your riding style. Expect it to be a bit less in normal city traffic.
- Is there a promise on the battery? Yes, it’s very likely that Hero MotoCorp will offer a promise (warranty) on the battery pack. The details of how long the promise lasts and what it covers will be important for buyers.
- How long will the battery last? How long the battery lasts depends on how you use it and take care of it. Modern EV batteries are made to last for many years, often with a promise covering a certain number of kilometers or years.
- Can I charge it at home? Yes, the Hero Splendor Electric is expected to come with a simple charger that you can plug into a normal wall socket at home, making charging easy.
- Will Hero stop making petrol Splendor? It’s not likely that Hero will stop making the petrol-powered Splendor right away. Both electric and petrol versions will probably be available for some time, to serve different types of customers and needs.
Final Thoughts – Should You Buy It?
The Hero Splendor Electric is a good choice for people who care about the environment and want a dependable, affordable electric two-wheeler with a good distance range. Its familiar look combined with new technology and big long-term savings makes it a strong contender in the growing Indian EV market.
Good Things:
- Long claimed distance of 250km.
- Costs much less to run.
- No exhaust fumes.
- New features like digital screen and LED lights.
- Familiar and comfortable Splendor look.
- Good starting price.
- Hero MotoCorp is a trusted brand with a good service network.
Bad Things:
- Real-world distance might be less.
- Charging places for electric two-wheelers are still being developed.
- Initial cost is more than some petrol scooters.
- Performance might not be as high as some other EVs.
While the information here is based on what we expect and what’s happening in the market, it’s important to remember that Hero MotoCorp has not officially launched the Hero Splendor Electric as of today, April 26, 2025. Reports suggest it might launch sometime in 2027. The details in this article are based on what we know and the general direction of the electric vehicle market in India.