Fresh Look Keeps Classic Charm
Hero MotoCorp has finally lifted the curtain on the Splendor Electric 2025, giving India’s favourite commuter bike a green makeover. Designers kept the familiar fuel-tank silhouette and upright riding stance but swapped chrome bits for crisp LED lighting and a sleeker front cowl. A blacked-out motor housing replaces the old engine fins, while dual-tone panels in blue or red add youth appeal. Even with the battery pack tucked under the seat, ground clearance stays close to the petrol model’s 165 mm, so speed bumps and village tracks pose no threat.
Battery, Motor and Range That Fit Daily Life
Heart of the new Splendor is a 3.24 kWh lithium-ion pack feeding a 4.1 kW mid-drive motor. Hero claims 0–40 km/h in just 3.2 seconds, handy for quick moves in city traffic. Top speed sits at 85 km/h, enough for ring-road runs, while real-world range hovers near 150 km in Eco and 110 km in Power mode. A home charger tops up the battery from 20 to 80 percent in 2.5 hours, or riders can visit Hero’s fast-charge hubs for a 50 percent boost in 30 minutes.
Core EV specs
| Item | Figure |
|---|---|
| Battery | 3.24 kWh lithium-ion |
| Motor | 4.1 kW mid-drive BLDC |
| Range (Eco) | 150 km |
| Top speed | 85 km/h |
| 20–80% charge | 2.5 hours (home) |
Digital Dashboard and Smart Extras
A full digital meter now shows speed, battery percent, navigation arrows and even real-time efficiency scores to coach smoother riding. Bluetooth pairs the bike with the Hero Connect app for ride logs, anti-theft alerts and service booking. The left switch-gear gets a riding-mode toggle plus a reverse assist button that inches the bike back at walking pace—useful when parking on a slope. Regenerative braking offers three levels, letting riders pick stronger regen in downhill ghats or lighter feel on flat city roads.
Comfort Built for Indian Roads
Hero kept the double-cradle frame but retuned the rear twin shocks for the heavier battery. Seat height remains a friendly 785 mm, and the bike weighs just 115 kg—about 7 kg more than the petrol version—so handling stays familiar. Wider foot-pegs and a slightly longer seat make room for a pillion or a school bag, and 18-inch wheels shod with tubeless tyres shrug off potholes. Drum brakes are standard; a front disc appears on the top Pro trim.
Pricing, EMI and Running Costs
Hero has priced the Splendor Electric Base at ₹99,000 ex-showroom, while the Pro with fast-charge port and disc brake costs ₹1,15,000. Through Hero FinCorp, buyers can put down ₹10,999 and ride home for an EMI of ₹3,350 over three years—roughly the fuel bill for a petrol bike each month. Hero says electricity costs for 1,000 km will average just ₹180, compared with about ₹1,600 in petrol for the same distance.
Price and finance snapshot
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Down payment | EMI (36 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base | ₹99,000 | ₹10,999 | ₹3,350 |
| Pro | ₹1,15,000 | ₹12,999 | ₹3,900 |
Why It Matters to Everyday Riders
Lower running cost
Zero petrol, minor service—mostly brake pads and tyres
Quick start
Twist the throttle, no gears, no choke on cold mornings
Clean commute
No tail-pipe smoke in busy lanes or gated societies
Familiar feel
Same seat height and stance Splendor fans already trust
Launch Timeline and Dealer Plans
Bookings open today at 600 EV-ready Hero dealerships in metro and tier-two cities. Deliveries start mid-November, with Hero targeting 50,000 units in the first year. A five-year battery warranty and three free services sweeten the deal, while a buy-back promise at year three aims to boost confidence among first-time EV buyers.
With its everyday range, simple charging and wallet-friendly EMI, the Splendor Electric 2025 looks set to bring India’s most trusted commuter into the electric age—without asking riders to change the way they ride.