Vespa SXL 125 vs Honda Activa
Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Vespa SXL 125 or Honda Activa? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between SXL 125 and Activa. Vespa SXL 125 Price starts at Rs.1.35 Lakh (ex-showroom) for BS6 CBS and Honda Activa Price starts at Rs.78,684 (ex-showroom) for STD. Vespa SXL 125 is 1 cylinder, 124 cc Engine can generate 9.65 bhp @ 7400 rpm power whereas Honda Activa is a 1 cylinder, 109 cc Engine can generate 7.73 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, SXL 125 provides a mileage of 47.75 kmpl (base model), and Activa has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Vespa SXL 125 is available in 5 colours & 5 variants whereas Honda Activa is available in 5 colours & 11 variants.
SXL 125 vs Activa
Key Highlights | Vespa SXL 125 | Honda Activa |
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Price | Rs.1.35 Lakh | Rs.78,684 |
Engine Capacity | 124.45 cc | 109.51 cc |
Power | 9.65 bhp @ 7400 rpm | 7.73 bhp @ 8000 rpm |
Mileage/Range | 47.75 kmpl | N/A km/charge |
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Specifications Overview
SXL 125 specifications | Activa specifications | |
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Variant Name | ||
On Road Price | 1.51 Lakh Price Breakup | 88,362 Price Breakup |
User Rating | 4.1 | 4.2 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.4 Litres | 5.3 Litres |
Engine Displacement | 124.45 cc | 109.51 cc |
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres
SXL 125 Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | Activa Brakes, Suspension & Tyres | |
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Braking System | CBS | CBS |
Calliper Type | Fixed | No |
Front Disc Size | 200 | 130 |
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster | No | No |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 26 | 22 |
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 26 | 22 |
Front Wheel Size | 11 | 12 |
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion) | 32 | 36 |
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider) | 29 | 29 |
Rear Wheel Size | 10 | 10 |
Wheel Type | Alloy | steel |
Front Suspension | Aircraft derived Single Side Arm Front Suspension with Anti-Dive Characteristics | Telescopic Suspension |
Rear Suspension | Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable | 3 Step Adjustable Suspension |
Front Tyre Size | 110/70 - 11 | 90/90 - 12 |
Instrumentation
SXL 125 Instrumentation | Activa Instrumentation | |
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Riding Modes Switch | No | No |
Touch Screen Display | No | No |
Fuel level guage | Yes | Yes |
Gear Indicator | No | No |
Tachometer | No | Analogue |
Speedometer | Semi Digital | Analogue |
Odometer | Digital | Analogue |
Exterior
SXL 125 Exterior | Activa Exterior | |
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Daytime Running Lights | Yes | No |
LED headlight | Yes | No |
Warranty
SXL 125 Warranty | Activa Warranty | |
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Basic Warranty | 5 Years or 60000 km | 3 Years/36000 Kms |
Body & Suspension
SXL 125 Body & Suspension | Activa Body & Suspension | |
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Colors | ||
Images | ||
Frame Type | MoNocoque Full Steel Body Construction | Under bone |
Engine & Transmission
SXL 125 Engine & Transmission | Activa Engine & Transmission | |
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Gear Shifting Pattern | Automatic | Automatic |
Spark Plugs | 1 Per Cylinder | 1 Per Cylinder |
Engine Capacity | 124.45 cc | 109.51 cc |
Engine Type | Single Cylinder 4 stroke&Air cooled& SOHC& 3 valves | Fan Cooled, 4 Stroke & SI Engine |
No. of Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
No. of valves per cylinder | 3 | 2 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Battery Capacity | 0.06 kwh | 0.036 kwh |
Battery Type | Maintenance Free | Maintenance Free |
Top Speed | 90 kmph | 85 kmph |
Bore x Stroke | 52 mm x 58.6 mm | 47 mm x 63.12 mm |
Charging Socket | - | No |
Configuration | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Cooling type | Air Cooled | Air Cooled |
Fuelling | Fuel Injection | Fuel Injection |
Comfort & Convenience
SXL 125 Comfort & Convenience | Activa Comfort & Convenience | |
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Average Speed Indicator | No | No |
Call/SMS Alerts | No | No |
Front Storage Box | No | No |
Geo Fencing | No | No |
Low Battery Indicator | Yes | No |
Low Oil Indicator | No | Yes |
Pillion Backrest | No | No |
Pillion Footrest | Yes | Yes |
Riding Modes | No | No |
Service Reminder Indicator | No | No |
Under Seat Storage | - | 18 |
GPS & Navigation | No | No |
Console Type | Semi-Digital | Analogue |
Distance to Empty Indicator | No | No |
Engine Kill Switch | No | Yes |
Safety
SXL 125 Safety | Activa Safety | |
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AHO (Automatic Headlight On) | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Indicator | Yes | Yes |
Hazard Warning Switch | No | No |
Radial Tyres | No | No |
Pass Light | No | Yes |
Pillion Grabrail | Yes | Yes |
Turn Signal | Halogen Bulb | Halogen Bulb |
ABS - Anti-lock braking system | No | No |
Brake Assist | CBS | CBS |
Power Modes | No | No |
Slipper Clutch | Automatic | Automatic |
Traction Control System | No | No |
Dimensions & Capacity
SXL 125 Dimensions & Capacity | Activa Dimensions & Capacity | |
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Length | 1770 mm | 1833 mm |
Width | 690 mm | 697 mm |
Height | 1140 mm | 1156 mm |
Wheelbase | 1290 mm | 1260 mm |
Ground Clearance | 155 mm | 162 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.4 Litres | 5.3 Litres |
Engine Oil Capacity | 0.7 Litres | 0.7 Litres |
Seat Height | 770 mm | 692 mm |
Unladden/Kerb Weight | 115 kg | 106 kg |
Entertainment & Communication
SXL 125 Entertainment & Communication | Activa Entertainment & Communication | |
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MID (Multi Info Display) | - | No |
Pros & Cons
SXL 125 Pros & Cons | Activa Pros & Cons | |
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Detailed Comparison of Vespa SXL 125 and Honda Activa
Safety
SXL 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On). Activa has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator.
Comfort & Convenience
Vespa SXL 125 has features like Pillion Footrest, Low Battery Indicator, USB Charger Port and Honda Activa, on the other hand, has Low Oil Indicator, Pillion Footrest, Engine Kill Switch, Shutter Lock.
Dimensions
Vespa SXL 125 has a 7.4 Litres fuel tank with 1140 mm seat height. Honda Activa has 1156 mm seat height and 5.3 Litres fuel tank capacity.
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Vespa SXL 125 and Honda Activa FAQs
What is the on-road price of Vespa SXL 125?
The on-road price of Vespa SXL 125 is Rs. 1.51 Lakh in New Delhi.
What is the on-road price of Honda Activa?
The on-road price of Honda Activa is Rs. 88,362 in New Delhi.