The Honda Vario recently made its debut in the Indonesian market and will soon be introduced in the Indian market. Once launched, the upcoming Honda Vario will take on the rivals like the Aprilia SXR 160 and the Yamaha Aerox. Here is a quick Honda Vario vs Aprilia SXR 160 comparison that you should check out.
Honda Vario Vs Aprilia SXR 160 - Design and Dimensions
The new Honda Vario gets a modern and extremely aggressive styling that gives it a strong road presence. In addition to attractive colour combinations, the Honda Vario also offers contrast golden colour for the alloy wheels and sharp graphics.
The SXR 160 on the other hand gets a more elegant and subtle design when compared to the Vario. The SXR 160 also looks premium and boasts better fit-finish levels. The front fascia too looks bulky and might remind you of the larger bikes. A quick comparison is mentioned below in the table:
| Honda Vario | Aprilia SXR 160 | |
| Seat Height | 778 mm | 775 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1277 mm | 1353 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 140 mm | 160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.5 L | 7 L |
| Kerb Weight | 115 kg | 129 kg |
Honda Vario Vs Aprilia SXR 160 - Specs
A 156.9 cc, single-cylinder engine powers the new Vario. This engine delivers 15.3 ps and a peak torque output of 13.8 Nm. The engine is not only refined and smooth but also offers a higher power and torque output when compared to the SXR 160.
The Aprilia SXR 160 on the other hand may offer lower power and output figures at 10.9 Ps and 11.6 Nm but does boast a stronger low-end. Just like the Vario, the SXR 160 is also offered with a CVT automatic gearbox. The outright performance however is not as good as the Vario.
| Honda Vario | Aprilia SXR 160 | |
| Capacity, Cylinders | 156.9 cc, single-cylinder | 160 cc, single-Cylinder |
| Max Power | 15.3 ps @ 8500 rpm | 10.9 ps @ 7100 rpm |
| Max Torque | 13.8 Nm @ 7000 rpm | 11.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Gearbox | CVT Auto | CVT Auto |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.5-L | 7 L |
Honda Vario Vs Aprilia SXR 160 - Price
In the Indonesian market, the Honda Vario is priced from IDR 25,800,000 (INR 1.37 lakh) while the SXR 160 on the other hand is priced at INR 1.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).
| Honda Vario | Aprilia SXR 160 | |
| Starting Price | INR 1.37 lakh approx (IDR 25,800,000) | INR 1.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi) |
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