Buying a motor vehicle is considered an auspicious occasion in India. People have an emotional connect with the machine. When it comes to buying a motorcycle, we Indians always want a good-looking and feature-loaded motorcycle. However, that bike should also excel in the 'Kitna deti hai' department and should fit perfectly in our budget. So, if you want an attractive, decently-loaded motorcycle with good mileage in the budget, you should choose one from the 110cc segment. So, today we are comparing two of the most stylish-looking 110cc commuters in India to let you know which one should you buy. Here, we have a detailed comparison of the new 2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6.
2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6: Looks and Colour Options
The 2020 Honda Livo gets a new sharp front fascia, blacked-out visor and body-coloured rear-view mirrors. It looks very sporty, thanks to the new chiselled tank shrouds and attractive body graphics. The motorcycle also features a long well-cushioned single-piece seat along with a blacked-out grabrail. At the rear, it gets a new slim taillamp. Overall, the motorcycle has a youthful design language and looks very stunning. The new Honda Livo BS6 is available in four colour variants - Athletic Blue Metallic, Matte Axis Gray Metallic, Imperial Red Metallic and Black.
Talking about the new 2020 Hero Passion Pro BS6, it looks very handsome. The motorcycle gets a redesigned front-end with new headlamp cowl and it also gets a new taillamp. The side profile of the bike has also been updated and it now gets new sporty graphics with a redesigned bikini fairing and a muscular fuel tank. It features a triple-tone colour scheme and is available in four different clour options. These are Glaze Black, Sports Red, Moon Yellow and Heavy Grey Metallic shades. Overall, the new motorcycle looks much better than the older iterations of Passion Pro.
2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6: Engine, Transmission and Mileage
| Specification | Livo BS6 | Passion Pro BS6 |
| Engine | 109.51cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected | 113cc, single-cylinder, fuel-injected |
| Maximum Power | 8.80 PS at 7500 RPM | 9.15 PS at 7500 RPM |
| Maximum Torque | 9.3 Nm at 5500 RPM | 9.79 Nm at 5000 RPM |
| Transmission | 4-speed | 4-speed |
| Emission Norm | BS6 | BS6 |
| Mileage | 60-65 kmpl (real-world) | 60-65 kmpl (real-world) |
The new 2020 Honda Livo is powered by a BS6-compliant 109.51cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected engine. It churns out 8.80 PS of power at 7500 RPM and 9.3 Nm of torque at 5500 RPM. The engine comes coupled to a 4-speed manual gearbox. It gets Honda's Enhanced Smart Power (eSP) technology that maximizes performance and fuel efficiency. It also features Honda's Eco Technology (HET) and an ACG starter motor that starts the bike without a jolt and offers a smooth riding experience. The motorcycle will deliver a very good mileage of around 60-65 kmpl in real-world conditions.
The 2020 Hero Passion Pro gets a new BS6-compliant 113.2cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine. It churns out 9.15 PS of power at 7500 RPM and 9.79 Nm of torque at 5000 RPM. The engine comes mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox and like other Hero bikes, it also gets Hero's i3S (idle start-stop) system. This i3S system helps to maximise fuel efficiency and Hero also claims that it is five per cent more fuel-efficient than before. It also gets Hero's new XSens fuel-injection technology that focuses on various parameters including fuel-saving, performance, reliability and safety. This motorcycle delivers around 60-65 kmpl of mileage in real-world conditions.
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2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6: Dimensions and Capacity
| Specification | Livo BS6 | Passion Pro BS6 |
| Length | 2020 mm | 2036 mm |
| Width | 751 mm | 715 mm (drum) 739 mm (disc) |
| Height | 1116 mm | 1113 mm |
| Seat Height | 790 mm | 799 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1278 mm | 1270 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 163 mm | 180 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 9 L | 10 L |
| Weight | 115 kgs | 117 kgs (drum) 118 kgs (disc) |
2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6: Tyres, Brakes and Features
The 2020 Honda Livo runs on new HET 80/100 section 18-inch tubeless tyres that offer low rolling resistance and are specially designed to increase fuel-efficiency. It gets a 130 mm drum brake unit at the rear while at the front, one can opt between a 240 mm disc or a 130 mm drum brake unit. It also gets a combined braking system (CBS) and equalizer for added safety. The suspension duties are handled by telescopic front forks and dual hydraulic springs at the rear. Some other features include a new DC headlamp, engine start/stop switch and a new semi-analogue semi-digital instrument cluster which is loaded with a lot of information.
The new Hero Passion Pro BS6 gets conventional telescopic forks at the front and spring-loaded dual shock-absorbers at the rear. For braking duties, it gets a 130 mm drum brake at the rear. While at the front, one can opt between a 240 mm disc and a 130 mm drum brake unit. It also gets Hero's patented integrated-braking system (IBS) for added safety and it works exactly the same as Honda's CBS. The working mechanism is that if you apply the rear brakes, the front brakes will also be automatically engaged. The motorcycle runs on 80/100 section 18-inch tubeless tyres. The new Passion Pro also gets a semi-analogue semi-digital console in which the speedometer is analogue while all the other details are shown digitally.
2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6: Price and Verdict
The 2020 Honda Livo has been launched in two variants: Front Drum and Front Disc. The Front Drum Brake variant is priced at Rs. 70,056 while the pricing of the Front Disc variant hasn't been revealed yet. The Hero Passion Pro BS6 is also available in two variants: Self-start drum-brake alloy-wheel FI and Self-start disc-brake alloy-wheel FI. The Front Drum brake variant is priced at Rs. 65,740 while the Front Disc brake variant is priced at Rs. 67,940. All prices stick to Ex-showroom Delhi.
Finally, talking about the verdict, so if you want a sporty-looking 110cc commuter motorcycle with stylish looks, a very refined engine with decent mileage and best-in-class features, then you should get yourself the 2020 Honda Livo BS6. But, if you want an attractive feature-loaded motorcycle with more power, great mileage and that too at a relatively affordable price, then you should consider buying the new 2020 Hero Passion Pro BS6.
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So, this was our detailed specification-based comparison of the new 2020 Honda Livo BS6 vs Hero Passion Pro BS6. Which motorcycle will be your pick? Tell us in the comments below. You can also join our 91Wheels Automobile Enthusiast group (click via mobile to join) curated exclusively for the fans, enthusiasts and the owners.
