What is the Ather Konarc?
The Ather Konarc is Ather Energy’s new electric scooter built on the latest EL platform. It is the most affordable model in Ather’s portfolio, engineered for everyday utility rather than focusing on outright performance and gimmicks.
Ather’s ambition with the Konarc is to bring EVs into mainstream by targeting a use case and price bracket dominated by conventional petrol scooters.
What powers the Ather Konarc?
The Konarc E-scooter is based on Ather’s new EL-platform, designed to lower ownership cost and offer hassle-free charging hardware, improving everyday usability. Ather has not disclosed exact motor power figures in the initial launch material; the focus is on efficiency, refinement and real‑world range rather than peak performance
Multiple Battery options are offered with varying IDC range:
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100 km IDC
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125 km IDC
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161 km IDC
A variant with a claimed range of 200km is scheduled for a launch in the near future. The scooter uses Ather’s latest battery and management system, backed by a 10‑year battery warranty programme.
What is the suspension setup on the Ather Konarc?
Ather Konarc comes equipped with a Showa telescopic front fork with 90 mm of travel and a rear monoshock. The suspension setup is tuned to tackle bumpy city roads and a comfortable market dash.
What braking hardware does the Ather Konarc use?
Ather has equipped the Konarc with a disc-and-drum layout and a Combined Braking System (CBS), along with a new AeBS (Advanced Electronic Braking System) designed by Ather.
AeBS uses software and sensors to manage front-rear braking force and leverage regenerative braking, aiming for shorter stopping distances and better stability.
What are the key features of the Ather Konarc?
The Ather Konarc’s key features focus on everyday convenience and comfort. It gets a 450W onboard charger and MagicKey keyless ignition with auto‑lock.
Top variants include a 7‑inch DeepView display, 31‑litre boot with USB‑C charging, Park Assist reverse, AutoHold, padded grab handle and adjustable backrest.
How does the Ather Konarc look?
The Ather Konarc features a clean and conventional family scooter aesthetic with an upright riding position and a flat seat for comfortable riding around the city for grocery shopping.
What colours are available for the Ather Konarc?
The Ather Konarc is offered in multiple dual‑tone colour options, split by variant line.
S 100: Two dual‑tone colours
- Quartz White / Blue
- Majestic Grey / Black
S 125 and S 161: Four dual‑tone colours each
- Quartz White / Blue
- Majestic Grey / Black
- Celestial Gold / Blue
- Lumen Copper / Black
What is the price and availability of the Ather Konarc?
| Variant | Price (ex‑showroom, ₹) | Deliveries From |
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| Konarc S 100 | 1,00,000 | Q1 2027 |
| Konarc S 125 | 1,22,000 | September 2026 |
| Konarc S 161 | 1,45,000 | September 2026 |
| Konarc S 200 | TBA | Q3 2027 |
| Konarc Z 125 | TBA | Q2 2027 |
| Konarc Z 161 | TBA | Q2 2027 |
Who are the Ather Konarc’s main rivals?
The Konarc sits in the ₹1–1.5 lakh electric scooter segment, where it competes with the likes of TVS iQube, Bajaj Chetak and Ola S1 Air. Since Ather aims to take over the market occupied by petrol-powered scooters, Konarc also competes against Honda Activa, TVS Jupiter, Suzuki Access and Hero Maestro.
