Ather 450S vs Honda Activa 125

Last Updated: July 30, 2026

Honda Activa 125 price starts at Rs. 93,067, which is Rs. 7,745 cheaper than the base variant of Ather 450S, priced at Rs. 1.01 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Activa 125 returns a claimed 47 kmpl, while the 450S offers a claimed 161 km/charge. On the performance front, the 450S uses a 3.5Kwh battery and the Activa 125 a 123.92cc engine producing 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 450S and Activa 125, the Activa 125 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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450S vs Activa 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Ather 450SHonda Activa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.01 LakhRs. 93,067
Mileage / Range 161 km/charge47 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3.5 Kwh123.92 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Kerb weight 111.6 Kg107 Kg

450S vs Activa 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ather 450S IDC 161 KM - MonoHonda Activa 125 25 Year Anniversary Edition
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Brand Name Ather Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.01 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 93,067 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available 4 Stroke, SI Engine
Max Power Not Available 8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Ather Energy 450S Colors
Honda Activa 125 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 161 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 5.15 Hr Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.14/km Rs. 2.13/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 2,681 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 5,039 450S Insurance Rs. 6,317 Activa 125 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
90 km/Hr
90 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
22 Nm
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP66
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
4 Stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
Not Available
123.92 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
CVT
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
8.42 PS @ 6500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
10.5 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
50 mm
Stroke
Not Available
63.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
47 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
3.9s
Not Available
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
3.9s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
40-45 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks
Telescopic
Suspension-Rear
Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock
3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
22 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
22 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
36 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/90-12
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/100-10
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
765 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.3 L
Front Storage Compartment
Not Available
Yes
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
1850*707*1160 mm3
Wheelbase
1296 mm
1260 mm
Length
Not Available
1850 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
162 mm
Height
Not Available
1160 mm
Width
Not Available
707 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
5.3 L
Kerb Weight
111.6 Kg
107 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
190 mm
Rear Brake Size
190 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Not Available
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
5.4 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
161 km/charge
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
120 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 2)
100 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
90 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range
161 km/charge
Not Available
Fast Charging
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3.5 Kwh
12V / 5AH
Charging Time
5.15 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hrs 12 Min
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Not Available
Under Bone
Digital Display Type
DeepView
TFT
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Not Available
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Not Available
Yes
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Side stand motor cut-off, (Dashboard - 1 GB RAM, 8 GB Storage), (Ather Connect - ParkSafe)
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Not Available
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Operating System
Android
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Snapdragon 212
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
External Fuel Filling
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
22 L
18 L
Charger Output
900 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Not Available
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
750-1000 Kms / 1 Month
2nd Service
Not Available
5500-6000 Kms / 6 Months
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms / 1 Year

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
36000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ather 450S
  • Engaging performance
  • Brilliant handling
  • LCD console's readability is excellent
Honda Activa 125
  • Get a new and more stylish design at the front
  • Features a 4.2 inch TFT screen with smartphone connectivity
  • All variants get a front disc brake as standard
Ather 450S
  • Looks the same as the 450X
  • A bit cramped for tall riders
  • Less under seat storage
Honda Activa 125
  • Makes same power and torque as before
  • Significantly costlier than before
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the differences in features between the Ather 450S and Ather 450X?
  • The Ather 450S and 450X differ in performance, features, and pricing. The 450S has a 5.4 kW motor, LCD display, and a 122 km range, while the 450X offers a 6.4 kW motor, TFT touchscreen, and a 126 km range. The 450X also charges faster (4.3 hours vs. 7.45 hours) and is priced higher at ₹1.46 lakh compared to ₹1.29 lakh for the 450S. The 450X is geared toward those seeking advanced features and better performance.

Ather Energy 450S Vs Honda Activa 125 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ather Energy 450S vs Honda Activa 125?
As per the users experiences Ather 450S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But Honda Activa 125 is better on the grounds of mileage.
Which bike is cheaper Ather Energy 450S vs Honda Activa 125?
The Honda Activa 125 is cheaper than Ather 450S by ₹7,745.
Which bike offers better performance Ather Energy 450S vs Honda Activa 125?
As per the users experiences the Ather 450S has better performance.

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