Honda QC1 Review : A New Era in Scooter Design and Performance | Auto Live

The Honda QC1 is an electric scooter that tries to balance simplicity, daily utility, and Honda’s build quality—but with a number of compromises. It runs on a fixed 1.5 kWh lithium-ion battery powering an in-wheel motor with a peak output of about 1.8 kW (≈2.4 bhp), delivering a claimed IDC range of 80 km, though real-world use in Standard mode yields nearer 50-60 km. Top speed is limited to about 50 km/h in Standard and 30-32 km/h in Econ mode. Feature-wise, it comes with a 5-inch LCD display (no DTE), LED lights, USB-C socket, and 26-litre under-seat storage.  It weighs about 89.5 kg, has telescopic front forks and twin rear shocks, and is charged via a 330 W charger – 0-80% in ~4h 30m, full charge ~6h 50m. In short: the QC1 is good if you want an entry-level electric scooter for short city rides, errands, or second-vehicle use. But for many, its modest performance, limited speed, and relatively small battery make it feel underwhelming compared to rivals.