Key facts
- Honda plans to begin production of its UC3 electric motorcycle in Vietnam as early as September.
- The UC3 is equivalent to a 110cc class internal combustion engine model.
- The electric scooter features a 6.0 kW motor and a fixed-type lithium ion phosphate (LFP) battery.
- It offers a cruising range of 122 km per charge and three selectable riding modes.
- Honda is expanding charging infrastructure for electric motorcycles in Vietnam, with stations targeted for operation from June 2026.
Honda Motor plans to commence production of its UC3 electric motorcycle in Vietnam as early as September, according to Sayaka Arai, General Director of Honda Vietnam. This move aligns with the company's expectation of a continued shift towards electric vehicles in urban environments.
The UC3, which is equivalent to a 110cc internal combustion engine (ICE) model, began sales in Thailand and Vietnam in spring 2026. It features Honda's first fixed-type lithium ion phosphate (LFP) battery and an in-house developed wheel-side motor producing a maximum output of 6.0 kW. The motorcycle achieves a cruising range of 122 km per charge and offers three riding modes: STANDARD, SPORT, and ECON, along with a reverse mode.
Design elements include flowing curves, a distinctive arched tail section, and a horizontal signature light. The UC3 utilizes "CHAdeMO for two-wheelers" charging standard, with 1200W and 450W chargers available. Honda is also expanding its charging infrastructure in Vietnam, installing stations at dealerships in major cities like Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Da Nang, targeting operation from June 2026.
Production of the UC3 commenced in December 2025 at Thai Honda Co., Ltd., and the model is supplied to both Thailand and Vietnam. Honda intends to transfer local production to Honda Vietnam Co., Ltd. during 2026 to align with the accelerating electrification of the country's motorcycle market. The UC3 boasts a futuristic design, a central TFT display, a spacious 26-liter under-seat storage compartment, and a front storage compartment with a USB charging port. Its performance is comparable to a 160cc gasoline motorcycle, with a top speed of 80 km/h.