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    Hero Destini 125 vs Vespa Elegante 125

    Should you buy Hero Destini 125 or Vespa Elegante 125 Find out which scooter is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Hero Destini 125 price in is Rs 77,888 (ex-showroom price) whereas the Vespa Elegante 125 price in is Rs 89,276 (ex-showroom). The engine in the Destini 125 makes 9.12 PS and 10.4 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Elegante 125 stand at 10.06 PS and 10.6 Nm respectively. Hero offers the Destini 125 in 6 colours whereas the Vespa Elegante 125 comes in 3 colours. Out of 7 user reviews, Elegante 125 scores 3.3 whereas the Hero Destini 125 tallies 4.6 out of 5 based on 43 user reviews..The Hero Destini 125 Mileage is around 60 kmpl, while the Vespa Elegante 125 Mileage is around 50 Kmpl.

    Destini 125 vs Elegante 125

    Key HighlightsDestini 125Elegante 125
    Mileage (Overall)60 kmpl50 Kmpl
    Max Power9.12 PS @ 7000 rpm10.06 PS @ 7500 rpm
    Engine TypeAir Cooled, 4 Stroke, SI Engine3-Valve, Aluminium Cylinder
    Displacement124.6 cc125 cc
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    Hero Destini 125 vs Vespa Elegante 125 Comparison

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          Hero Destini 125
          Hero Destini 125
            Rs77,888*
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                Vespa Elegante 125
                Vespa Elegante 125
                  Rs89,276*
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                Basic Information
                On-Road Price
                Rs.92,461* Onwards
                Rs.99,872* Onwards
                Mileage (Overall)
                60 kmpl
                50 Kmpl
                Max Power
                9.12 PS @ 7000 rpm
                10.06 PS @ 7500 rpm
                User Rating
                4.6
                Based on Hero Destini 125 Reviews
                3.3
                Based on Vespa Elegante 125 Reviews
                EMI Starts₹ 2,681
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                Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
                Engine and Transmission
                Engine Type
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                Air Cooled, 4 Stroke, SI Engine
                3-Valve, Aluminium Cylinder
                Displacement
                124.6 cc
                125 cc
                Number Of Cylinders
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                1
                1
                Cooling System
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                Air Cooled
                Air Cooled
                Valves (per cylinder)
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                3
                Supply System
                Fuel Injection
                Carburetor
                Clutch
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                Automatic
                Ignition
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                CDI
                Gearbox
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                CVT
                Automatic
                Bore
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                62 mm
                Stroke
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                48 mm
                Compression Ratio
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                10:1
                Emission Norm Compliance
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                BS6.2
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                Max Torque
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                10.4 Nm @ 5500 rpm
                10.6 Nm @ 6000 rpm
                Starting System
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                Kick and Self Start
                Kick and Self Start
                Features
                Instrument Console Type
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                Analogue and Digital
                Analogue
                Speedometer
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                Analogue
                Digital
                Tachometer
                Analogue
                Digital
                Tripmeter
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                Digital
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                Odometer
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                Digital
                Digital
                Seat Type
                Single
                Single
                Body Graphics
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                No
                Clock
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                Yes
                Passenger Backrest
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                No
                Stepup Seat
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                No
                Rear Footpegs
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                YesYes
                Carry hookYesNo
                Underseat storageYesYes
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Distance To Empty
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                No
                Features and Safety
                Seat Opening SwitchYes
                -
                Fuel Gauge
                Digital
                Digital
                External Fuel FillingYes
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                Carry HookYesNo
                Performance
                Overall Mileage
                60 kmpl
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                ARAI Mileage
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                50 Kmpl
                Claimed Top Speed
                85 kmph
                96 kmph
                Dimensions and Capacity
                Fuel Tank Capacity
                5.3 L
                7 Ltrs
                Width
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                697 mm
                690 mm
                Length
                1862 mm
                1770 mm
                Height
                1125 mm
                1140 mm
                Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
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                2 Ltrs
                Ground Clearance
                162 mm
                155 mm
                Wheelbase
                1302 mm
                1290 mm
                Kerb Weight
                115 kg
                114 Kgs
                Seat height
                770 mm
                770 mm
                Electricals
                Headlight
                LED
                Multi-focal with 35W Halogen
                Taillight
                Bulb
                Bulb
                Indicators
                Bulb
                Bulb
                Daytime Running LampsYes
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                Projector HeadlightYes
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                Low Fuel IndicatorYesNo
                Distance To Empty
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                No
                Average Fuel Economy Indicator
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                Yes
                Underpinnings
                Frame
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                Monocoque

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                User Reviews of Comparison

                • Destini 125
                • Elegante 125
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                  ishwar on Mar 13, 2026
                  5.0
                  All time Best...with confort
                  Easy and comfortable. outstanding performance and mileage. riding smooth, fashionable, stylist, expressive and many more. Feel the desire of riding and more.over all, it is one of the best edition of Hero and the company which fulfils the demands of Indian riders on India roads. The look is expressive and catchy.
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                  7 3
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                  jami on Feb 20, 2026
                  4.2
                  Best milage scooter
                  Mileage and comfort riding good smooth performance basically a good one, family and children nice looks and good storage nice braking also display is very nice and visible. Thanks for the good model to us. It's soo peaceful and good, soo much smoother and easy to ride srikakulam to vizag ride was so good and smooth performance. Good suspension wheels also good grips and good pickup finally it's good one for every one. There is nothing to say about it but I choose this so I recommend to everyone this bike. cause it's so durable and strong body and everyone going for looks and it's looking so good also giving the best mileage.
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                  tejas on Oct 15, 2025
                  5.0
                  Trusted, Spacious, and Budget-Friendly
                  I chose Hero Destini 125 because I wanted scooter that looks good and is strong. I liked the metal body and the black color. It had a big seat which have good space for my bags. Also Hero is a trusted brand and I wanted a scooter that does not need too much care or repair. It was in my budget and the showroom was close to home. Riding has been great so far. The scooter starts fast and rides smooth. Even on the bumpy roads it does not shake much. I take it to my office daily and sometimes to market. Mileage is good and the brakes are safe. The seat is soft and I do not get tired. I feel safe and happy while riding. Cleaning is easy and it still looks new. Yes I would recommend it to friends and family. It is good for city rides and small trips outside. The service is easy and parts are cheap. If you want a scooter that is simple, strong and lasts long this is a good choice. Many of my friends asked me about it and I told them to buy this scooter.
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                  9 3
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                  krish on Oct 15, 2025
                  5.0
                  Smart Choice with Practical Features
                  I was looking for scooter that is not too sporty but has power. Hero Destini 125 felt like a smart choice. It was available in nice colors and had features like i3s and mobile charging. I liked that the brand was Hero and the showroom was near me. It felt like a safe choice. It is very comfortable to ride. I use it to go to college and also to the market. It runs well even with two people. The fuel use is low and gives more than 50 km/l for me. The lights are bright and the digital screen helps in day and night. I like riding it even in traffic. Yes, surely. It is a smart scooter for people who want comfort, style and good mileage. Easy to use strong body and great balance. My sister now uses it too. I feel it is one of the best scooters at this price. Hero also helps with service and that makes it more useful.
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                  parth on Oct 15, 2025
                  5.0
                  Balanced Design with Modern Touch
                  I chose Hero Destini 125 after seeing many reviews. It had the features I needed and still looked simple. I did not want a too sporty scooter. This one was a perfect balance. I liked the chrome styling and the LED light. It was also available fast from the showroom near my home. I use it daily and it has been a good ride always. One day I took it 60 km and had no issue. The pickup is good. Even in rain it runs smooth. The under seat storage is big and I keep helmet inside. I feel safe on this scooter. The brakes work well and engine sound is low. Yes I would say go for it if you need a scooter that is both good looking and reliable. I have used it for 6 months now and had zero issues. I trust this brand. It is perfect for city use and for light travel. Good mileage, good looks and great ride experience. Totally worth it.
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                  chirag.paliwal on Aug 25, 2015
                  3.3
                  Waiting for offers to buy the scooter
                  I saw the scooter and liked it very much. When I enquired about it, I was shocked to know that the scooter is this much expensive. I felt this shock two times in two days. First, I got to know that the top end variant of Maruti S Cross is costing Rs. 16 lac, after that, heard about overpriced Vespa. I hope there will be some cost cutting later on, as the scooter is not worth its price. One can think of buying it for Rs. 60,000 to 65,000 but I don’t think anyone would pay over Rs. 70,000 to buy it. It carries great looks and is available in dynamic shades to complete its class. I am eagerly waiting for its price to decrease so that I can buy the scooter as I am liking it very much. I am Shravan Kumar from Uttar Pradesh, please reply me here if you get any information about the decrease in Vespa’s price. I hope this review will be helpful for others. Thank you.
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                  ravikumawat_student on Aug 25, 2015
                  3.3
                  Killer Looks
                  I purchased Vespa yesterday after hearing a lot of good things about it. The scooter is so smooth that sometimes you do not feel that its ignition is on when standing on a traffic signal. It is also well balanced and offers smooth running. Over these benefits, it is putting out a great mileage of 50 to 55 kmpl, I hope that the mileage will increase after its first service. The all new scooter reached to the speed of 90 kmph in a stretch of just 500 meters, that shows its power output. The stopping power is great and the tyres provide a good grip on the road. Its on-road price is around Rs. 77,000. If you are a scooter design fan, you should spend your earnings on it, otherwise, it is a costly scooter that will offer classic looks but perform like some others. Vespa is good for those who find these kinds of scooters attractive, it is only meant for them.
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                  pankaj on Aug 18, 2015
                  3.8
                  Attractive retro style
                  Vespa is the non-geared two-wheeler from Piaggio. It is the only scooter in the country with retro looks and is being liked by most of the people. I bought my Vespa Elegante last month. I thought it would be powerful but it is not. It generates a maximum power output of around 10 bhp. But Vespa is stable, well-balanced and offers smooth running even on speeds over 70 kmph. It is a bit costly and goes to Rs.90,000 with its top end variant. It has both the electric and the kick start option for rider’s convenience. The old school looks of Vespa and its smooth running attracted me to buy the scooter. 7 litres of fuel tank capacity and boot space is enough to store a helmet and other small stuff. The headlight provides a good view of the road and high seating keeps you safe as you can see the potholes from a distance and can avoid them. Vespa is not worth its cost but is a good scooter overall.
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                  maulik on May 08, 2012
                  2.7
                  value is too high comapre to other two wheelers
                  i took test drive piaggio vespa lx 125 in ahmedabadits design good and comfort for drive but its rate in ahmedabad is 78000rs on road price and thats a main problem in ahmedabadso many two wheelers are available in 50000rs price range so i think vespa company should have to take some serious decision in his this new product
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                  ravinder on Feb 05, 2012
                  4.3
                  MY WAIT IS GOING TO BE OVER
                  Well this is the scooter i was waiting fori remember my father use to drive vespa in my childhood days and now i will driveBelieve me i have sold my 7 months old activa for this scooterthe time i saw it in auto expo i am desperate for this scootervespa i am waiting for your launch
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                FAQs on Hero Destini 125 and Vespa Elegante 125

                Q) Which scooter is better Hero Destini 125 or Vespa Elegante 125?

                A) As per our average user rating, Hero Destini 125 has a score of 4.6/5 while Vespa Elegante 125 has rate of 3.3 /5.

                Q) Which scooter among Hero Destini 125 and Vespa Elegante 125 is cheaper?

                A) Hero Destini 125 price starts at Rs 77,888 & Vespa Elegante 125 price starts at Rs 74,209 in Delhi . Vespa Elegante 125 is cheaper between these.
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