The Ather EL01 was never sold under that name. It was the working name for the first scooter on Ather's EL platform, which launched as the Ather Konarc at Ather Community Day on 29 August 2026, with prices from Rs 99,999 (ex-showroom). This page is kept for reference; the Konarc listing carries the production specs and prices.
History: how the EL01 became the Konarc
The EL01 began life as Ather's concept for a genuinely affordable family electric scooter. The details below describe the platform as it was reported before launch; for current prices, variants and specifications, see the Konarc listing.
Built on the low-cost EL platform
The Konarc rides on Ather's new EL platform, engineered for cost efficiency: one tubular steel frame shared across multiple future models, with variations in subframe, suspension, wheels and battery pack creating different scooters from the same bones. Ather says the main frame, wiring and powertrain architecture stay common, while packs span roughly 2 kWh to 5 kWh across the platform.
Hardware we know so far
The scooter uses a swingarm-mounted motor similar to the 450 series unit, tuned for smoother delivery rather than outright punch. Running gear comprises 14-inch front and 12-inch rear alloy wheels, a telescopic fork, a monoshock, a front disc with a rear drum, and Ather's electrical braking setup that adds regenerative slowing on top of the mechanical brakes. Reports point to a metal body panel construction, a first for an affordable Ather.
Features and charging
Expect a TFT console running AtherStack 7 with Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, call and SMS alerts, riding modes and walk assist. Leaked details suggest an inbuilt 450 W charger that plugs straight into a wall socket, with an optional external fast charger cutting a 0-80% session to around two hours. Claimed IDC range figures circulating ahead of launch run from 100 km up to 200 km depending on variant and pack.
