This festive season of Diwali is the best time to bring home your favorite 125 cc scooter from leading two-wheeler brands such as Honda, TVS and Hero
The recent cut in GST rates on two-wheeler models below engine capacity of 350cc from the existing 28 percent to 18 percent has once again revived the commuter segment by making the motorcycles and scooters cheaper than before. In addition, the Diwali festive season offers and discounts rolled out by the leading brands has made it the best time for purchasing a two-wheeler in the country. In this piece, we will talk in detail about the best 125 cc scooters to buy this Diwali festive season in India.
1. Honda Activa 125
It has been the country’s highest-selling and most loved 125cc scooter for the last decade. The latest model of the Activa 125 comes with several premium features in the form of LED headlamp, Multi-function switch for seat and fuel cap open/close, Front glove box, USB-C port, Idle stop system, and Side stand engine cut off.
In addition, it also gets a 4.2-inch TFT screen, Smart Key and Honda RoadSync App. Available in two variants namely DLX and H-Smart at price points of Rs 88,339 and Rs 91,983, respectively, it is powered by a 123.92cc 4-stroke engine which develops top power of 8.3 bhp and peak torque of 10.5 Nm.
2. Hero Xoom 125
Besides being a value-for-money offering, Hero Xoom 125 is also the most stylish 125cc scooter in the Indian market with its multiple dual-tone colour options. It is sold in two variants namely VX and ZX at prices of Rs 86,025 and Rs 92,478, respectively.
Some of the notable features onboard are LED projector headlamp, Sequential LED blinkers, Digital speedometer with turn-by-turn navigation, USB charging port, and 14-inch alloy wheels. At the heart, Hero Xoom 125 houses a 124.6cc air-cooled engine which makes max power output of 9.8 bhp and highest torque of 10.4 Nm.
3. TVS Ntorq 125
Apart from being a value-for-money model, the Ntorq 125 is a technological marvel as it comes with more than 60 connected features which is the highest in the segment. Available in a total of five grades namely Disc, Race Edition, Super Squad Edition, Race XP and XT, it is priced in a bracket of Rs 80,900-99,800 in the country.
A few noteworthy bells and whistles include Sporty red alloy wheels, LED headlamp, Ride Modes (Street & Race), Lap Timer, Incoming call & text alert, Turn-by-turn navigation, Voice assist, Hazard lamp and USB charging port. The scooter is powered by a 124.8cc single-cylinder engine which is good enough for 10 bhp and 11.5 Nm.
4. Suzuki Access 125
Suzuki Access is the oldest 125cc scooter on sale (since 2007) in the Indian market. The company has been rolling out updated versions of the scooter with regular intervals to stay relevant in the middle of the fierce competition. Suzuki Access 125 comes in four variants namely Standard Drum, Standard Disc, Ride Connect TFT and Ride Connect with Alloys & Disc in a price range of Rs 77,284-93,877 in the country.
It comes with LED headlamp, Digital colored TFT dash, Navigation, Alerts (Weather, Traffic & High Speed), Incoming call, WhatsApp call and message notifications, Hazard lamp, and USB charging port. It is equipped with a 124cc air-cooled engine which generates power output of 8.3 bhp and torque performance of 10.2 Nm.
5. TVS Jupiter 125
Last but not the least on this list is the ever-reliable Jupiter 125 from TVS Motor Company. Priced between Rs 75,600-86,400, it is retailed in four derivatives namely Drum Alloy, Disc, DT SXC and SmartXonnect.
Some of the enticing elements in the scooter include longest seat (790mm) in the segment, best-in-segment underseat storage, signature front LED lights, diamond cut alloy wheels, pass by switch, side stand indicator and engine inhibitor, USB charging port, and all-in-one lock for seat, handle and fuel tank. TVS Jupiter 125 is packed with a 124.8cc 4-stroke engine which rakes in power of 8 bhp and torque of 10.5 Nm.
