Rumour: Hero Duet E e-scooter to take on Bajaj Chetak

According to a media report, Hero MotoCorp is planning to launch the Duet E electric scooter in India later this year.

The Duet E was showcased at the 2016 Auto Expo. It had a claimed range of 65 km on a single charge and could accelerate from 0-60 km/h in 6.5 seconds.

The Duet E would compete with the Bajaj Chetak and the recently launched TVS iQube Electric.

The Chetak costs Rs. 1 lakh (ex-showroom) and is powered by a 4.1 kW electric motor and a battery pack with a claimed maximum range of 95 km on a single charge. The TVS iQube Electric uses a 4.4 kW electric motor and has a claimed range of 75 km on a single charge. It is priced at Rs. 1.15 lakh.

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