Honda Activa 125 vs Vespa ZX

Should you buy Honda Activa 125 or Vespa ZX Find out which scooter is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Honda Activa 125 price in is Rs 90,803 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Vespa ZX price in is Rs 1,14,840 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Activa 125 makes 8.42 PS and 10.5 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of ZX stand at 9.77 PS and 10.11 Nm respectively. Honda offers the Activa 125 in 8 colours whereas the Vespa ZX comes in 4 colours. Out of 47 user reviews, ZX scores 4.1 whereas the Honda Activa 125 tallies 4.5 out of 5 based on 144 user reviews..The Honda Activa 125 Mileage is around 47 kmpl, while the Vespa ZX Mileage is around 45 kmpl.

Activa 125 vs ZX

Key Highlights	Activa 125	ZX
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	45 kmpl
Max Power	8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm	9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
Engine Type	4 Stroke, SI Engine	Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Displacement	123.92 cc	124.45 cc

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Basic Information	Honda Activa 125	Vespa ZX
On-Road Price	Rs.1,06,668* Onwards	Rs.1,30,759* Onwards
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	45 kmpl
Max Power	8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm	9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm
User Rating	4.5 Based on Honda Activa 125 Reviews	4.1 Based on Vespa ZX Reviews
EMI Starts	₹ 3,073 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 3,783 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.6,530 Activa 125 Insurance	Rs.6,732 ZX Insurance
Colours	Rebel Red MetallicPearl Igneous BlackMat Axis Gray MetallicPearl Deep Ground GrayPearl Siren BluePearl Precious White+1 MoreView All Colours	Azure BlueGlossy RedMatt BlackPearl WhiteView All Colours
Brochure	Download Brochure	Download Brochure

Basic Information

Honda Activa 125

Vespa ZX

On-Road Price

Rs.1,06,668* Onwards

Rs.1,30,759* Onwards

Mileage (Overall)

47 kmpl

45 kmpl

Max Power

8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm

9.77 PS @ 7400 rpm

User Rating

4.5

Based on Honda Activa 125 Reviews

4.1

Based on Vespa ZX Reviews

EMI Starts

₹ 3,073

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 3,783

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Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.6,530
Activa 125 Insurance

Rs.6,732
ZX Insurance

Colours

Rebel Red MetallicPearl Igneous BlackMat Axis Gray MetallicPearl Deep Ground GrayPearl Siren Blue+1 MoreView All Colours

Azure BlueGlossy RedMatt BlackPearl WhiteView All Colours

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	4 Stroke, SI Engine	Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Displacement	123.92 cc	124.45 cc
Number Of Cylinders	1	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Valves (per cylinder)	2	3
Supply System	Fuel Injection	-
Clutch	-	Centrifugal clutch
Ignition	-	Electronic EMS
Gearbox	CVT	CVT
Bore	50 mm	52 mm
Stroke	63.1 mm	58.6 mm
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	9.2:1
Emission Norm Compliance	BS6.2	BS6.2
Max Torque	10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm	10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Starting System	Kick and Self Start	Kick and Self Start
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

4 Stroke, SI Engine

Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI

Displacement

123.92 cc

124.45 cc

Number Of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air Cooled

Features
USB Charging Port	Yes	-
Instrument Console Type	Digital	Analogue
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Tachometer	Digital	-
Tripmeter	Digital	-
Odometer	Digital	Analogue
Seat Type	Single	Single
Clock	Yes	Yes
Passenger Backrest	-	Yes
Rear Footpegs	Yes	Yes
Carry hook	Yes	Yes
Underseat storage	18 L	Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	-
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
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Features

USB Charging Port

Instrument Console Type

Digital

Analogue

Speedometer

Digital

Analogue

Tachometer

Digital

Features and Safety
Braking Type	Combi Brake System	Combi Brake System
Service Due Indicator	Yes	-
Seat Opening Switch	Yes	-
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Analog
External Fuel Filling	Yes	-
Additional Features/Information	-	Air Filter ( Paper Type )
Carry Hook	Yes	Yes
Real Time Mileage Indicator	Yes	-
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Features and Safety

Braking Type

Combi Brake System

Service Due Indicator

Seat Opening Switch

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Analog

Performance
Overall Mileage	47 kmpl	45 kmpl
Claimed Top Speed	90 kmph	90 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

47 kmpl

45 kmpl

Claimed Top Speed

90 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Tank Capacity	5.3 L	7.4 L
Width	707 mm	690 mm
Length	1850 mm	1770 mm
Height	1160 mm	1140 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity	1.3 L	-
Ground Clearance	162 mm	155 mm
Wheelbase	1260 mm	1290 mm
Kerb Weight	107 kg	115 kg
Load Carrying Capacity	-	130 kg
Engine Oil Capacity	-	700 ml
Seat height	765 mm	770 mm
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Tank Capacity

5.3 L

7.4 L

Width

707 mm

690 mm

Length

1850 mm

1770 mm

Height

1160 mm

1140 mm

Electricals
Headlight	LED	Halogen
Taillight	LED	Bulb
Indicators	LED	Bulb
Daytime Running Lamps	Yes	-
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Distance To Empty	Yes	-
Average Fuel Economy Indicator	Yes	-
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Electricals

Headlight

LED

Halogen

Taillight

LED

Bulb

Indicators

LED

Bulb

Daytime Running Lamps

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Size	190 mm	200 mm
Rear Brake Size	130 mm	140 mm
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)	22 psi	26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	22 psi	26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)	29 psi	29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	36 psi	32 psi
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Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Size

190 mm

200 mm

Rear Brake Size

130 mm

140 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)

22 psi

26 psi

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)

22 psi

26 psi

Underpinnings
Frame	Under Bone	Monocoque Chassis

Underpinnings

Frame

Under Bone

Monocoque Chassis

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

Honda Activa 125
- The engine is very refined and smooth
- Comfortable scooter for city commutes
- The silent start/stop works well
Vespa ZX
- Powerful 125cc engine delivers impressive performance
- Upright riding position provides a comfortable riding experience
- 7.4-litre fuel tank means lesser fuel stops, bigger than its rivals

Honda Activa 125
- The soft seat might get uncomfortable over long rides
- Starting price is considerably higher and there is now no drum brake variant
Vespa ZX
- It is one of the most expensive 125cc scooters on the market
- Has small 10-inch wheels on both ends, much smaller than its rivals
- The hump in the floorboard limits the goods-carrying capacity

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User Reviews of Comparison

Activa 125
ZX

R
rajesh on Jun 02, 2026
5.0
Good performance
Maine yeh bike iske stylish looks aur family-friendly comfort ke liye chuni hai. Yeh acha mileage deti hai aur highways par kaafi smooth chalti hai. City rides mein suspension thoda stiff lagta hai, par iski overall reliability isse perfect banati hai. Ride ab tak kamaal ki rahi hai. Iska comfort aur handling behad zabardast hai, jisse highway par tez speed mein chalana aasan ho jata hai. Mileage bhi kaafi acha hai. Bas bumpy city roads par suspension thoda stiff lagta hai. Highly recommend! Yeh un logon ke liye perfect hai jo daily commute ke sath weekend highway rides pasand karte hain. Iske superb mileage, stylish looks aur rock-solid reliability ke liye ise zaroor khareedein. Bas kharab raston par suspension thoda stiff hai.
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abdul on Feb 07, 2026
5.0
i advice any one buying scooter you choose activa
It's very attractive and new models are so expensive and very good mileage and and strong. I should discuss with family to buy activa 125 and I should buy only activa 125 only they are so many colours but blue is very attractive. Its very smoothly and and comfortable and they should ride old men's also they are very comfortable and very attractive colour are also very expensives blue and black meroon white they are very unique colours. I picked the activa 125 it's very different model and very comfortable like ev and they should very smoothly and colours are very expensive blue and black are very expensive. I advice you will buy any scooty you choose activa 125
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5 7
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salman on Feb 04, 2026
4.3
Honda Activa 125 Review: The Ultimate Blend
The decision to buy a Honda Activa 125 is usually driven by a need for balance. While the 110cc version is a pure commuter, the 125cc model adds that extra punch and premium feel required for modern city life. The riding experience with the Honda Activa 125 can be summed up in one word Refined. It doesn't try to be a racing machine instead it focuses on being the most this bike for sale in the future best bike. If you are looking for a safe, durable, and hassle-free scooter for your family or daily office commute, the Activa 125 is the gold standard. Abhi tak bike ka self bahut acha Hai this bike safe hai.
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T
tikee on Jan 26, 2026
5.0
Bike review
Perfect, my all time favorites preference. The absolute vehicle for everyday journey, the only activa that suits every personality along with it beautiful feature and support, it is also offer a perfect ride. Easy to drive and joy to ride. Everybody's preference one and only The honda activa.
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5 4
R
rahul on Jan 07, 2026
4.5
Activa 125 smooth refined and practical.
Chose this over access 125 for trust on Honda and refined engine Needed it's practicality for groceries shopping and other day to day things, honda service is know best so preferred this over others, looks were good at the time of purchase now better looking alternative are available. It's is comfortable for both rider and pillion for continuous 2 hours of riding mileage varies between 45 to 50 kmpl depending on the riding style and for maintenance honda service centre are trust worthy. City commute with mainly groceries and city riding easy to manage in city traffic no problem of worrying about maintenance, easy to maintain, doesn't lack power can overtake easily smooth suspension. Would recommend for college students or office going person for effortless commute
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Activa 125 Reviews

R
rakib on May 02, 2026
5.0
Vespa review
Of course Colour and branding these scooty has a killer road presence Iconic retro style classic, vespa monocoque steel body that stands out premium paint quality and modern finish, quality had a great look. Positive- colour and acceleration it can be road presence but small size not a big machine but small enough to make a great vehicle and it can make it look good. Cons mileage and availability of spare parts. Yes I do recommend for my family and friends circle also neighbours. It can be a very classic choice for daily life uses but it can afford by anybody who is a passionate person and who has a good knowledge about scooters.
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shruti on Nov 22, 2024
5.0
Amezing scooty
Very cool scooty and performance is amezing I just like it vespa is always my favourite and its too good ❤️🫶🏻
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H
husna on Nov 04, 2024
3.7
Vespa ZX was the worst of many purchases
Vespa ZX was the worst of many purchases. Without any pretenses, problems started cropping up just after 6 month of use and at 5000 kms, a service charge of 3000 rs was levied on a brand new scooter. Even after informing about the problem regarding the engine light, it was ignored till the fifth payment when the excuse was fuel pump. That experience has made me realise that Vespa services are just a scam and spares cost more than other brands. However, the break of the scooter broke down after a year of use, which was completely opposite to the kind of reliability I had expected.
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M
mayukh on Oct 23, 2024
3.5
Mileage Heading
Tel dalne wala tachniqhe barha d yar… We want mileage, performance is good torq wagers bhi cool chal j t a ha
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J
jiya on Oct 12, 2024
3.8
Vespa ZX is an attractive and strong
Vespa ZX is an attractive and strong body scooter. It comes in various colors which makes it look even better. It is easy on the pocket and looks so good and has great mileage and comfort.
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FAQs on Honda Activa 125 and Vespa ZX

Q) Which scooter is better Honda Activa 125 or Vespa ZX?

A) As per our average user rating, Honda Activa 125 has a score of 4.5/5 while Vespa ZX has rate of 4.1 /5.

Q) Which scooter among Honda Activa 125 and Vespa ZX is cheaper?

A) Honda Activa 125 price starts at Rs 89,656 & Vespa ZX price starts at Rs 1,14,840 in Delhi . Honda Activa 125 is cheaper between these.

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