Japanese two-wheeler brands sell 3,971 electric scooters in India from January to April 2026

Japanese two-wheeler manufacturers sold a total of 3,971 electric scooters in India between January and April 2026. This figure comes despite their later entry into the market compared to domestic brands such as TVS Motor Company, Bajaj Auto, and Hero MotoCorp.

Key Highlights

• Japanese brands sold 3,971 electric scooters in India from January to April 2026
• Suzuki led with 2,261 e-Access units dispatched and 1,161 retail sales
• Honda sold 1,284 Activa-e and QC1 units wholesale and 1,039 retail
• Yamaha dispatched 426 EC-06 units and achieved 140 retail sales in select cities

Sales Performance by Brand

Sales Performance

​Suzuki led the Japanese segment, accounting for 57 percent of wholesale volumes and 50 percent of retail sales during this period. From January to April 2026, Suzuki dispatched 2,261 units of the Suzuki e-Access from its Gurgaon facility. Retail deliveries for Suzuki reached 1,161 units in the same timeframe.

​Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India followed Suzuki, with combined wholesale sales of 1,284 units for the Honda Activa-e and Honda QC1 models. Retail sales for these two Honda models stood at 1,039 units between January and April 2026.

​Yamaha entered the market later, launching the Yamaha EC-06 in February 2026. Over the past three months, Yamaha dispatched 426 units of the EC-06. Retail deliveries for Yamaha reached 140 units during this period. The EC-06 is currently available only in select cities across a few states.

Market Context and Future Outlook

Japanese manufacturers entered the Indian electric two-wheeler market after domestic competitors had already established a presence. Despite this, they have achieved notable sales figures within a short period. Suzuki's strong performance has set a benchmark among the Japanese brands, while Honda and Yamaha continue to expand their offerings.

Yamaha's EC-06 is expected to see increased sales as its availability expands to more cities and states. The current sales figures reflect only the initial phase of Yamaha's rollout. As Japanese brands continue to invest in electric mobility, their market share may grow further in the coming months.

The data from January to April 2026 highlights the growing competition in India's electric scooter segment. Japanese brands are steadily increasing their presence, challenging established domestic players and contributing to the overall growth of the electric two-wheeler market.

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CarBike 360 Says

Japanese brands may still be finding their footing in India’s electric scooter segment, but their steady sales reflect a long-term strategy rather than quick gains. With trusted brand value, improving infrastructure, and upcoming product launches, these manufacturers are expected to strengthen their position gradually, making the EV space more competitive and diverse in the coming years.