Honda Activa e vs Vespa 125

Last Updated: September 1, 2026

Honda Activa e price starts at Rs. 1.19 Lakh, which is Rs. 9,928 cheaper than the base variant of Vespa 125, priced at Rs. 1.29 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the 125 returns a claimed 37.5 kmpl, while the Activa e offers a claimed 102 km/charge. On the performance front, the Activa e uses a 3Kwh battery and the 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Activa e and 125, the Activa e is the better pick for affordability, while the 125 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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Activa e vs 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Honda Activa eVespa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.19 LakhRs. 1.29 Lakh
Mileage / Range 102 km/charge37.5 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3 Kwh124.45 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight 118 Kg115 Kg

Activa e vs 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Honda Activa e STDVespa 125 Single Tone
Rating
64 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Honda Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.29 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Max Power Not Available 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Honda Activa e Colors
Vespa 125 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 102 km/charge Not Available
Starting Remote Start,Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
Running Cost Rs. 0.19/km Rs. 2.67/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,727 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 5,365 Activa e Insurance Rs. 7,009 125 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
3
Claimed Top Speed
80 km/Hr
86 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
22 Nm
Not Available
Battery Swap Capability
Yes
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Engine Displacement
Not Available
124.45 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
CVT
No. Of Batteries
2
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Bore
Not Available
52 mm
Stroke
Not Available
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Belt Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.5:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
37.5 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Aircraft derived hydralic single side arm from suspension with Anti Dive characteristics
Suspension-Rear
3 Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic
Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :- 90/90-12,  Rear :- 110/80-12
Front :-110/70-11, Rear :-120/70-10
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF And Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
770 mm
Removable battery weight
10.2 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.85 L
Seat Length
675 mm
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
500 ml
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
700 ml
Length*Width*Height
1854*700*1125 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1310 mm
1290 mm
Length
1854 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
171 mm
Not Available
Height
1125 mm
1140 mm
Width
700 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
7.4 L
Kerb Weight
118 Kg
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
160 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
6 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
102 km/charge
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Range
102 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
3 Kwh
12V / 5AH

Frame Type
Under Bone
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Econ,Standard,Sport
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Keyfob
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
15:9 Dashboard Aspect Ratio
Not Available
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Not Available
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Starting
Remote Start,Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Gradeability
13°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Yes
Yes

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Honda Activa e
  • The silhouette is similar to its ICE counterpart and it is a design that has been loved by the masses
  • 102km of claimed riding range should make it adequate for approximately four days of daily commuting
  • Batteries are swappable via stations which eliminates the the need to wait for the scooter to charge
  • The 7.0-inch TFT looks nice and also gets turn-by-turn navigation
Vespa 125
  • The design and styling really makes the scooter look amazing
  • The 125cc engine offers good power and performance
  • The features list is quite decent and covers all the essentials
Honda Activa e
  • Because of the swappable battery tech, there is no under seat storage space
  • Base variant misses out on Honda RoadSync Duo connectivity features
  • Will only be available in Delhi Bengaluru and Mumbai in the first phase
Vespa 125
  • The pricing is a bit too high
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