Honda Pcx E:hev
The Honda PCX e:HEV was introduced in Japan in 2021 as the world's first hybrid scooter in its class, combining a 125cc gasoline engine with a compact ACG motor system. It builds on the popular PCX platform, which debuted in 2010, adding Honda's proprietary e:HEV hybrid technology to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions. The model is notable for its seamless power delivery and significantly better fuel economy compared to conventional scooters, making it a landmark product in urban two-wheel mobility.
~12.5 hp
Power
~12 Nm
Torque
133 kg
Weight
~110 km/h (estimated; Honda does not officially publish top speed for this model)
Top Speed
Approximately 1.7 L/100km or ~59 km/L (WMTC mode; real-world estimates around 45–55 km/L)
Fuel
Faired
Body
What Buyers Should Know
Hybrid System Advantage
The PCX e:HEV uses Honda's ACG starter motor as a hybrid assist, boosting acceleration from stops without a traditional belt-driven starter — reducing a common wear point found on standard scooters.
Strong Resale Value
Honda PCX models consistently hold resale value well in Asian and European markets, and the e:HEV's hybrid badge commands a 10-15% premium over the standard PCX when selling used.
Watch the Hybrid Battery
The lithium-ion hybrid battery is compact and generally reliable, but buyers should verify it's been kept regularly charged — deep discharge cycles over long storage periods can degrade capacity prematurely.
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