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Ather Launches Konarc as First Production Model on New EL Platform

A repositioning toward price‑sensitive commuters that includes multiple battery options, a 450 W onboard charger, an optional second unit to shorten home charging, and staged deliveries through 2027.

Overview

  • Ather unveiled the Konarc at Community Day 2026 on August 29, marking the commercial debut of its EL platform and a strategic move away from the company’s sportier 450 models.
  • The Konarc uses a more conventional scooter layout with a flat floorboard, a long seat, metal exterior panels and a steel unibody chassis designed for everyday commuting.
  • Ather confirmed multiple Konarc variants with IDC ranges of roughly 100 km to 200 km and an entry Konarc S price of Rs. 99,999 (ex‑showroom) for the base 100 km S model.
  • Deliveries are staged: some S variants (125 km and 161 km) begin reaching customers in September 2026, the S 100 km is scheduled for Q1 2027, and higher‑range S and Z variants are slated through Q2–Q3 2027.
  • Every Konarc S ships with a 450 W onboard charger and cable, an optional second 450 W unit can raise combined charging to 900 W to cut home charge times, and Ather Grid top‑ups add short‑stop range during trips.