Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa SXL 125

Vespa SXL 125 Price starts at Rs. 1.34 Lakh which is Rs. 54,571 costlier than base model of Honda Activa 125 priced at Rs. 80,256. The claimed mileage of Honda Activa 125 is 66.8 kmpl whereas the mileage of Vespa SXL 125 is 55 kmpl. In technical specifications, Honda Activa 125 is powered by 124 cc engine , while Vespa SXL 125 is powered by 124.45 cc engine. Honda Activa 125 is available in 5 different colours while Vespa SXL 125 comes with 10 colours. The Comparison Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa SXL 125 can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Activa 125 vs SXL 125

Key Highlights Activa 125 DrumSXL 125 STD
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Max Power 8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm

Activa 125 vs SXL 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Activa 125 DrumVespa SXL 125 STD
Rating
500 reviews
71 reviews
Brand Name Honda Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 80,256 Get On-Road Price Rs. 1.34 Lakh Get On-Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, SI Engine Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Max Power 8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Honda Activa 125 Colors
Vespa SXL 125 Colors
Brakes Front Drum Disc
Brakes Rear Drum Drum
Braking Type ... Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Sheet Metal Alloy
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Analogue
EMI
Rs. 2,312 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,884 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,240 Activa 125 Insurance Rs. 7,415 SXL 125 Insurance
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Engine Type
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Engine Displacement
124 cc
124.45 cc
Max Power
8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm
9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Max Torque
10.4 Nm @ 5000 rpm
10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
50 mm
52 mm
Stroke
63.113 mm
58.6 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
3
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
...
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
10.0:1
9.2:1

Brakes Front
Drum
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
...
Combi Brake System

Quarter Mile
22.90
...
Braking (60-0 kmph)
18.94m
...
Mileage (City)
51.23 kmpl
...
Mileage (Highway)
66.8 kmpl
...
Mileage (Overall)
...
55 kmpl
Top Speed
94 kmph
90 kmph

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-10
Front :-110/70 - 11, Rear :-120/70 - 10
Peak Power
8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm
9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Sheet Metal
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
22 psi
20 psi

Seat height
...
770 mm
Load carrying capacity
...
130 kg
Length*Width*Height
1850*707*1170 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1290 mm
Length
1850 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
162 mm
155 mm
Height
1170 mm
1140 mm
Width
707 mm
690 mm
Fuel Capacity
5.3 Liters
7.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
110 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Saddle Height
...
770 mm
Front Brake Diameter
130 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
...
Lead Acid
Additional Features
...
Air Filter ( Paper Type )
USB charging port
...
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 4AH
...
Pilot Lamps
...
Seat Opening Switch
...
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

Frame
Under Bone
Monocoque Chassis
Instrument Console
Analogue
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
...
Speedometer
Analogue
Analogue
Tripmeter
Analogue
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
External Fuel Filling
...
Clock
...
Passenger Footrest
Passenger Backrest
...
Carry hook
Underseat storage
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Shutter Lock
...
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
DRLs

Standard Warranty (Years)
3
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
...
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Activa 125
  • - The engine feels very refined - The electric start function operates seamlessly with minimal noise - Ride quality is quite comfy
Vespa SXL 125
  • Looks great
  • Sufficient power
  • Monocoque chassis should provide better handling
Honda Activa 125
  • - Doesn’t get smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation - Not a peppy engine
Vespa SXL 125
  • Priced on the higher side
  • Lacks smartphone connectivity

Is Vespa SXL 125 Better Than Honda Activa 125?

75% users have chosen Vespa SXL 125 over Honda Activa 125 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 2232 users have also rated Vespa SXL 125 and Honda Activa 125 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Vespa SXL 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort and features in your bike. But Honda Activa 125 is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance.

Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Activa 125 SXL 125
Mileage 3.2 3.7
Performance 4.4 4.0
Comfort 4.2 4.0
Maintenance 3.2 3.8
Features 4.5 3.8
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which variant of Honda Activa 125 is best to buy?
  • Our recommendation would be for you to experience riding different variants of the scooter. This way, you can determine which one suits your preferences and needs the most, particularly in terms of performance and comfort. You can also talk to friends or family who have used the Honda Activa 125 or similar scooters before. Click on the provided link https://www.zigwheels.com/honda-bikes/activa-125/comparisons to check the comparison between different variants of the Honda Activa 125.Moreover, you may click on the given link and select your city accordingly to check out the nearest authorised dealership details.
Q. Which is the best, Honda Activa 125 or Suzuki Access 125?
  • Both are good in their forte. Honda Activa 125 gets an ACG silent starter, Offers 13 per cent (claimed) better fuel efficiency, and Comes with Idling Stop System. The Honda Activa 125 BS6 does everything the previous scooter did and builds on it. In terms of practicality, comfort and reliability, few come as close as the Activa 125. It might not be thrilling to ride but with an extensive feature list, the Activa 125 ticks all the boxes of a family-oriented 125cc scooter. On the other hand, The Suzuki Access 125 is one of the most refined scooters in India. It offers superb ride quality and soaks up bumps really well. It has all the crucial updates to help it continue its streak of being the best-selling scooter in the 125cc segment. Sure it does have its own set of shortcomings but as an overall package, the Suzuki Access 125 is capable of holding its own in the competitive segment. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Which is the best scooter between Honda Activa 125 and Activa 6G?
  • Go for activa 125
  • Honda Activa 125 gets an ACG silent starter, Offers 13 per cent (claimed) better fuel efficiency, Comes with Idling Stop System. The Honda Activa 125 BS6 does everything the previous scooter did and builds on it. In terms of practicality, comfort and reliability, few come as close as the Activa 125. It might not be thrilling to ride but with an extensive feature list, the Activa 125 ticks all the boxes of a family-oriented 125cc scooter. Moreover, Honda Activa 6G is a Refined engine, metal body, Honda brand value the new list of updates on India’s most popular scooter has made the Activa 6G a more exciting proposition than before. However, the Activa 6G still misses out on some basic features which should have been standard by now. Choosing one would depend on your budget, usage, the requirement of features and mileage etc. For more, you can get in touch with the nearest dealership and take a test drive. You can check authorised dealers details here.

Honda Activa 125 Vs Vespa SXL 125 FAQs

Which bike is best between Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa SXL 125?
As per the users experiences Honda Activa 125 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your bike. But Vespa SXL 125 is better on the grounds of performance, comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa SXL 125?
The Honda Activa 125 is cheaper than Vespa SXL 125 by Rs. 54,571.
Which bike offers better performance Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa SXL 125?
For the Drum version, 124 cc Petrol engine of Activa 125 produces 8.30 PS @ 6250 rpm of power and 10.4 Nm @ 5000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the STD version, 124.45 cc Petrol engine of SXL 125 produces 9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm of power and 10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Honda Activa 125 has better performance.

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