Ather Konarc 2026: New Electric Scooter Launch, Price, Range and Features

Ather Energy has introduced the Ather Konarc 2026, a new family-oriented electric scooter designed for everyday urban commuting. The scooter was unveiled on 29 August 2026 at Ather Community Day in Bengaluru and is based on Ather's new EL platform.

Ather Konarc 2026 Price

The Ather Konarc starts at ₹99,999 ex-showroom in Bengaluru for the S 100 variant. The S 125 is priced at ₹1,21,999, while the S 161 is priced at ₹1,44,999. Ather has also announced additional Z variants and a future 200 km IDC version.

Battery and Range

The Konarc is available with different battery capacities depending on the variant. The currently detailed S range includes:

2.1 kWh battery: 100 km IDC range
2.7 kWh battery: 125 km IDC range
3.5 kWh battery: 161 km IDC range
200 km IDC version: announced for the Konarc lineup

The official Ather specifications list a TrueRange of up to 130 km for the currently detailed S 161 variant.

Motor and Performance

The Ather Konarc uses a PMSM motor. Depending on the variant, peak power goes up to 4.7 kW, while maximum torque is 16 Nm. The currently listed S variants have a top speed of 70 km/h.

The scooter offers SmartEco, Eco and Power riding modes, allowing riders to choose between efficiency and stronger performance.

Design and Build

The Konarc has been developed as a practical family scooter. It features a metal body and steel unibody chassis, along with a large 14-inch front wheel and long-travel suspension.

The scooter has a 1,352 mm wheelbase, 90 mm front suspension travel and 100 mm rear suspension travel. These specifications are designed around everyday urban riding and comfort on uneven roads.

Features

The Ather Konarc comes with several technology and convenience features, including:

DeepView display
Google Maps integration
AutoHold
Reverse assist
Silent gear drive
Tow and theft notifications on supported variants
OTA updates
4G LTE/GNSS connectivity on supported variants
Mobile holder with USB charging
31-litre under-seat storage
Advanced Electronic Braking System

The higher variants also offer additional connected features through Ather's software ecosystem.

Charging

The standard onboard charger has a 450W capacity. Ather lists 0-80% home charging times of approximately 4 hours for the 2.1 kWh version, 4 hours 30 minutes for the 2.7 kWh version and 5 hours 40 minutes for the 3.5 kWh version.

A combined charging setup can reduce the 0-80% home charging time to around 2 hours for the entry battery and 3 hours 10 minutes for the 3.5 kWh version.

Storage and Practicality

With 31 litres of boot space, front storage and a mobile holder with USB charging, the Konarc is designed for everyday family use. The scooter also offers features such as reverse assist and AutoHold for added convenience during regular city riding.

Ather Konarc 2026: Key Specifications
Specification    Ather Konarc 2026
Vehicle Type    Electric Scooter
Platform    Ather EL Platform
Starting Price    ₹99,999
Battery Options    2.1 kWh, 2.7 kWh, 3.5 kWh
Claimed IDC Range    100 km to 161 km
Future Range    Up to 200 km IDC
Peak Power    Up to 4.7 kW
Maximum Torque    16 Nm
Top Speed    70 km/h for listed S variants
Riding Modes    SmartEco, Eco, Power
Front Wheel    14-inch
Boot Space    31 litres
Front Suspension Travel    90 mm
Rear Suspension Travel    100 mm
Charging    450W onboard charger
Body    Metal body with steel unibody chassis

Specifications can vary by variant, and the 200 km version and Z variants are part of the announced Konarc lineup rather than the currently detailed S specifications.

Conclusion

The Ather Konarc 2026 expands Ather Energy's electric scooter range into a more affordable, family-oriented segment. Its combination of multiple battery options, practical storage, connected technology, metal construction and long-travel suspension makes it focused on everyday urban mobility.

With the starting price of ₹99,999 and range options extending to 161 km in the currently detailed variants, the Konarc adds another option for Indian customers looking for an electric scooter for daily commuting. Ather has also announced higher-range and more feature-rich versions for the wider Konarc lineup.