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Honda Dio vs Hero Destini 125 XTEC

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Honda Dio or Hero Destini 125 XTEC? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Dio and Destini 125 XTEC. Honda Dio Price starts at Rs.70,973 (ex-showroom) for Repsol Edition and Hero Destini 125 XTEC Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for STD Drum Brake. Honda Dio is 1 cylinder, 109 cc Engine can generate 7.75 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Hero Destini 125 XTEC is a 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 9.1 PS @ 7000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Dio provides a mileage of 48 kmpl (base model), and Destini 125 XTEC has a mileage of 45 kmpl (base model). Honda Dio is available in 7 colours & 8 variants whereas Hero Destini 125 XTEC is available in 6 colours & 4 variants.

Dio vs Destini 125 XTEC

Key HighlightsHonda DioHero Destini 125 XTEC
PriceRs.70,973Rs.71,108
Engine Capacity109.51 cc124.6 cc
Power7.75 bhp @ 8000 rpm9.1 PS @ 7000 rpm
Mileage/Range48 kmpl45 kmpl
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Honda Dio Repsol Edition scooter
Honda Dio
Repsol Edition
Rs. 70,973
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Hero Destini 125 XTEC STD Drum Brake scooter
Hero Destini 125 XTEC
STD Drum Brake
Rs. 71,108
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    79,703
    Price Breakup
    N/A
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.0
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Automatic
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    5.3 Litres
    5 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    109.51 cc
    124.6 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    CBS
    IBS
    Front Disc Size
    130
    130
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    22
    22 psi
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    22
    22 psi
    Front Wheel Size
    12
    10 inch
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    36
    36 psi
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    29
    29 psi
    Rear Wheel Size
    10
    10 inch
    Wheel Type
    Steel
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Suspension
    Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    Rear Suspension
    Unit Swing
    Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic Damper
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 12
    90/100-10
    Rear Tyre Size
    90/100 - 10
    90/100 10

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    -
    Touch Screen Display
    -
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    -
    Gear Indicator
    -
    Tachometer
    Digital
    Speedometer
    Digital
    Analogue
    Odometer
    Digital
    Digital

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    LED headlight
    check
    -

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/36000 Kms
    5 Years/70000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Under Bone
    Under Bone

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    Automatic
    -
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    109.51 cc
    124.6 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke SI Engine
    Air cooled 4-stroke Single cylinder OHC
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Automatic
    Top Speed
    83 kmph
    85 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    47 mm x 63.1 mm
    52.4 x 57.8 mm
    Charging Socket
    -
    check
    Configuration
    10.0:1
    -
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    Air Cooled
    Fuelling
    PGM-FI
    -
    Max Power
    7.75 bhp @ 8000 rpm
    9.1 PS @ 7000 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    -
    Call/SMS Alerts
    Front Storage Box
    check
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    Low Oil Indicator
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    check
    Riding Modes
    -
    Service Reminder Indicator
    Under Seat Storage
    check
    check
    GPS & Navigation
    Console Type
    Digital
    -
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    check
    -

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    -
    Hazard Warning Switch
    -
    Radial Tyres
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    -
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Power Modes
    -
    Slipper Clutch
    -
    Traction Control System
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    1808 mm
    1809 mm
    Width
    723 mm
    729 mm
    Height
    1150 mm
    1154 mm
    Wheelbase
    1260 mm
    1245 mm
    Ground Clearance
    160 mm
    155 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    5.3 Litres
    5 Litres
    Body Type
    Scooter
    Scooter
    Seat Height
    765 mm
    778 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    103 kg
    113 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    check
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Has a well-developed service network
    • Is simple to maintain
    • It provides decent mileage
    • Decent build quality & fit and finish
    • Hero’s widespread service network is a peace of mind in itself
    • Powerful & fuel-efficient scooter
    • Ride quality is one of the best in the segment
    Cons
    • Alloy wheels aren't included
    • Better brakes might be installed
    • The front suspension is out of date
    • Feels dated already
    • Long term reliability is questionable
    • Not as equipped as the rivals
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    Detailed Comparison of Honda Dio and Hero Destini 125 XTEC

    Safety

    Dio comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On). Destini 125 XTEC has Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Honda Dio has features like Under Seat Storage, Front Storage Box, Pillion Footrest, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Hero Destini 125 XTEC, on the other hand, has Under Seat Storage, Pillion Footrest, USB Charger Port.

    Dimensions

    Honda Dio has a 5.3 Litres fuel tank with 1150 mm seat height. Hero Destini 125 XTEC has 1154 mm seat height and 5 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Honda Dio and Hero Destini 125 XTEC Owner Reviews

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        Logeshgnanasekaran
        29 Mar 2025
        4.4
        Honda is always best in my choice. Less maintenance more power. Awesome bike for durability. Go for this one without hesitation. You will see a lot of bike2l 3l but this one is the best one among them mileage looks comfortable, all in one, as it comes from the Honda family. Awesome bike for durability. Go for this one without hesitation. You will see a lot of bikes 2l 3l, but this one is the best one among them, the mileage looks comfortable, all for durability, go for this one without.
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        Rajitha mydala
        1 Month ago
        5.0
        i loved the bike. Good Mileage.10+ Years i have used the same bike. Mileage is very good when compare to Activa.
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        Yallanna Ramachandra Hongal
        1 Month ago
        4.2
        Good bike and smooth riding. I need more average so looking for Electric bike in low price and on loan base I want to purchase. So looking for Electric bike.
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        Meenatchi
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        Very good maintenance. Upto now no repair. Good mileage and performance. Standard parts. Less fuel consumption. Look stunning. Want to update to new upcoming model. Information for exchange. Expecting advanced features.
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      • MS
        Mamata Seal
        3 Month ago
        5.0
        Very nice scooty, value for money. Very comfortable to drive in any road conditions. Happy wit it's performance. Low maintenance and most reliable. Easy to drive by any person with little experience.
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