Two of the most popular scooters in India are the Honda Activa 125 and Suzuki Access 125. Both scooters are considered perfect for family users. Now that the tax on two-wheelers up to 350cc has been reduced from 28% to 18% under GST 2.0, the prices of these scooters have also seen a price cut of 8-10%. This has left people even more confused about which scooter is the right one to buy.
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Price
Speaking of price, the ex-showroom prices of both scooters have dropped by ₹8,000 to ₹12,000 after the GST cut. The base variant of the Suzuki Access 125 is now cheaper than before, while the Honda Activa 125 falls in the slightly premium range. The new ex-showroom price of the Honda Activa 125 DLX variant in Delhi is ₹88,339, while the top-spec H-Smart variant is available for ₹91,983. Meanwhile, the Suzuki Access 125 starts at ₹77,284 for the base Standard variant and ₹93,877 for the top Ride Connect TFT variant.
Engine and Performance
Both scooters share the same 124cc engine, but their tuning differs. The Honda Activa 125 has a 123.92cc engine that produces 8.3 PS of power and 10.4 Nm of torque. The Suzuki Access 125 has a 124cc engine that produces 8.4 PS of power and 10.2 Nm of torque. Both scooters have air-cooled, single-cylinder, fuel-injected engines paired with a CVT automatic transmission. The Activa features an Idle Start-Stop System (ISS) that saves fuel, while the Access features Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP) technology that provides better torque even at low RPMs.
Mileage
Now let’s talk about mileage, which is the most important factor for every Indian user. According to the company, the Honda Activa 125 has a claimed mileage of 45-55 km/l, while the Suzuki Access 125 claims up to 64 km/l. In reality, the Activa offers a mileage of around 45-50 km/l, while the Access offers a mileage of around 50-60 km/l. Obviously, the Suzuki Access 125 has a slight edge in terms of mileage.
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Features and Design
In terms of features, both scooters are modern and user-friendly. The Honda Activa 125 offers premium features like a digital display (Bluetooth connectivity in the H-Smart variant), external fuel filler, USB charging, and a smart key. The Suzuki Access 125, meanwhile, features a color TFT display, one-push central locking, a parking brake, LED headlights, and a large 24.4-liter underseat storage that can accommodate a full-face helmet.