Aprilia SR 160 vs Vespa SXL 150

Last Updated: August 17, 2026

Aprilia SR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.21 Lakh, which is Rs. 33,755 cheaper than the base variant of Vespa SXL 150, priced at Rs. 1.54 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the SR 160 offers a claimed 35 kmpl, while the SXL 150 delivers 45 kmpl. On the performance front, the SR 160 uses a 160.03cc engine producing 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm and the SXL 150 a 149.5cc engine producing 10.79 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the SR 160 and SXL 150, the SR 160 is the better pick for affordability and performance, while the SXL 150 stands out for mileage and a lighter kerb weight.

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SR 160 vs SXL 150 Comparison Summary

Specification Aprilia SR 160Vespa SXL 150
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.21 LakhRs. 1.54 Lakh
Mileage 35 kmpl45 kmpl
Engine 160.03 cc149.5 cc
Max power 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm10.79 PS @ 7100 rpm
Top speed Not Available90 kmph
Kerb weight 118 Kg115 Kg

SR 160 vs SXL 150 Key Highlights

Basic Info Aprilia SR 160 STDVespa SXL 150 Racing Sixties
Rating
77 reviews
54 reviews
Brand Name Aprilia Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.21 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.54 Lakh
Engine Type Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Max Power 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm 10.79 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Aprilia SR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-355.6 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 3,477 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 10,720 SR 160 Insurance Not Available
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
3
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
90 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Engine Type
Single cylinder, 4 Stroke,SOHC 3 valve
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves FI
Engine Displacement
160.03 cc
149.5 cc
Gear Box
CVT
Not Available
Max Power
11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm
10.79 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
13.44 Nm @ 5300 rpm
11.26 Nm @ 5300 rpm
Emission Type
Not Available
bs6-2.0
Bore
58 mm
58 mm
Stroke
60.6 mm
56.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
Not Available
3
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Electronic EMS
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
8.8:1
8.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake
Drum
Not Available
Front Caliper
2 Piston
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
35 kmpl
45 kmpl
Top Speed
Not Available
90 kmph
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Front fork with 30 mm inner tube
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
Mono shock absorber
Not Available

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
1.8 kg/cm2 / 26 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
2.0 kg/cm2 / 29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
2.2 kg/cm2 / 32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-14, Rear :- 120/70-14
Front :-110/70 - 11, Rear :-120/70 - 10
Peak Power
Not Available
10.79 PS @ 7100 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-355.6 mm, Rear :-355.6 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy
Optimum Tyre pressure (Rider)
Not Available
26 psi

Seat height
780 mm
770 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
130 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
1.2 L
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
800 ml
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1985*806*1261 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1365 mm
1290 mm
Length
1985 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
169 mm
155 mm
Height
1261 mm
1140 mm
Width
806 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
6 L
7.4 Liters
Kerb Weight
118 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Saddle Height
Not Available
770 mm
Front Brake Size
220 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
140 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Lead Acid
Additional Features
Not Available
Air Filter ( Paper Type )
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 5AH
Not Available
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available
Turn Signal Lamp
Not Available
Bulb

Frame Type
Tubular chassis with open single cradle
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
LCD Connectivity
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Tripmeter
Not Available
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Passenger Footrest
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Backrest
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
11 L
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
DRLs
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
250-750 Kms/15-30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
2500-3000 Kms/75-90 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
5500-6000 Kms/165-180 Days
Not Available
4th Service
8500-9000 Kms
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
60000
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Aprilia SR 160
  • Updated motor offers more performance than before
  • Fuel-injection makes for a smoother motor
  • Best handling scooter in the country
Vespa SXL 150
  • Stylish and classic design
  • Good acceleration
  • Agile handling
Aprilia SR 160
  • Lacks features
  • Ride quality is still too stiff
Vespa SXL 150
  • Engine’s performance could’ve been even better
  • Should have gotten more modern features
  • Stiff ride quality
  • Brake’s performance could have been better
  • Pretty costly
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which scooter to choose, SR 160 or Activa 125?
  • Both the scooters are good in their forte. Aprilia SR 160 updated motor offers more performance than before, Fuel-injection makes for a smoother motor, Best handling scooter in the country. Whereas, the Honda Activa 125 BS6 does everything the previous scooter did and builds on it. In terms of practicality, comfort, and reliability, few come as close as the Activa 125. It might not be thrilling to ride but with an extensive feature list, the Activa 125 ticks all the boxes of a family-oriented 125cc scooter. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read more -Aprilia SR 160 Road Test Review: The Sporty Scooter Receives A Much Needed Update.
Q. What is the difference between STD, Carbon, and race variants.?
  • There is no such difference in STD, Carbon, and Race variants except for colors and graphics.
Q. Which between SR 160 and NTORQ125 is a powerful scooter, more comfortable for a tall and hefty guy?
  • You got a bad response. Aprilia is hands down the best by a very very big margin . It is unlike the scooters you have ,heck it is a track machine
  • Selecting between the Aprilia SR 160 and TVS NTORQ 125 would depend on certain factors such as your budget, preference of the brand, service availability, features required, performance, etc. If you're looking for a fast, fun to ride and feature-rich scooter, the TVS Ntorq 125 is the right choice for you. The fuel-injected 124.8cc single-cylinder engine produces 9.38PS and 10.5Nm. It still remains the benchmark for performance in its class and the sporty styling adds to its appeal. Our only grouse is the premium pricing post the BS6 update. On the other hand, the Aprilia SR 160 BS6 is a sporty scooter with a powerful 160.03 cc engine that puts out 11PS of power, which is 0.94PS more than the BS4 version. Its braking performance is excellent, razor-sharp handling makes it a hoot to ride and the quickest scooter that we tested. Moreover, comfort is something that can be judged personally and varies from person to person. We would suggest you take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.
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Aprilia SR 160 Vs Vespa SXL 150 FAQs

Which bike is best between Aprilia SR 160 vs Vespa SXL 150?
As per the users experiences Aprilia SR 160 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage, performance and maintenance in your bike. But Vespa SXL 150 is better on the grounds of comfort and features.
Which bike is cheaper Aprilia SR 160 vs Vespa SXL 150?
The Aprilia SR 160 is cheaper than Vespa SXL 150 by ₹33,755.
Which bike offers better performance Aprilia SR 160 vs Vespa SXL 150?
For the STD version, 160.03 cc Petrol engine of SR 160 produces 11.27 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 13.44 Nm @ 5300 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Racing Sixties version, 149.5 cc Petrol engine of SXL 150 produces 10.79 PS @ 7100 rpm of power and 11.26 Nm @ 5300 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Aprilia SR 160 has better performance.

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