Which is better Honda Dio or Honda Activa 6G?

Honda Activa 6G Price starts at Rs. 78,684 which is Rs. 3,726 costlier than base model of Honda Dio priced at Rs. 74,958. Compare Honda Dio vs Honda Activa 6G on the basis of price, specs, features, reviews.

What is the EMI of Honda Dio in Delhi?

The EMI for the base variant of Honda Dio in Delhi is Rs. 2,159 per month @ 9.45% for a tenure of 36 months.

What are the colours available in Honda Dio?

Honda Dio is available in 10 colours : Mat Sangria Red Metallic, Dazzle Yellow Metallic, Sports Red2, Jazzy Blue Metallic, Mat Axis Grey Metallic, Mat Axis Gray Metallic, Mat Marvel Blue, Pearl Igneous Black And Pearl Deep Ground Gra, Pearl Igneous Black and Imperial Red Metallic. View colour images of Dio.

What is the battery life of Honda Dio?

Battery capacity of Dio is 12V / 5AH.

What is the top speed of Honda Dio?

The maximum speed of Honda Dio is 83 kmph

What is the kerb weight of Honda Dio?

The kerb weight of Honda Dio is 106 Kg.

Is Honda Activa 6G better than Honda Dio?

65% users have chosen Honda Activa 6G over Honda Dio in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com. Check out the Detailed Comparison .

Is TVS NTORQ 125 better than Honda Dio?

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Honda Dio

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The Dio 110 is Honda’s popular sporty 110cc scooter, based on the Activa platform. That said, it looks completely different, and is a lot sleeker than the Activa. It is quite popular with the youth.

Rs. 74,958 - 86,312

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Ex-showroom Price in Delhi

EMI starts @ Rs. 2,159 / Get EMI Offer EMI Calculator

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Key Specifications of Dio

109 CC
Engine
50 Kmpl
Mileage
7.95 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Power
5.3 Liters
Fuel Capacity
83 kmph
Top Speed
Tubeless
Tyre Type

Specs & Features of Dio

Standout Features of Dio

TFT Display 1/3

The TFT display is a nice addition

Charging Port 2/3

Gets a USB-C charging port

External Fuel Lid 3/3

External fuel-cap increases practicality

Honda Dio Price

Honda Dio price starts at Rs. 74,958(ex-showroom) for the base model in India while the top model price goes upto Rs. 86,312.

Variants	Ex-Showroom Price
Dio STD 110 cc . 50 kmpl	Rs. 74,958 Check On Road Price	View April Offers
Dio Smart (non-OBD-2B) 110 cc . 50 kmpl	Rs. 78,162 Check On Road Price	View April Offers
Dio DLX (non-OBD-2B) 110 cc . 50 kmpl	Rs. 80,842 Check On Road Price	View April Offers
Dio STD (non-OBD-2B) 110 cc . 50 kmpl	Rs. 81,341	View April Offers
Dio DLX 110 cc . 50 kmpl	Rs. 86,312	View April Offers

Expert's Opinion on Dio

Overview

A sporty scooter

The Honda Dio is a sporty 110cc scooter which shares its underpinnings with the Activa. It gets sharp body panels and is available in some exciting colour options which goes well with the overall sporty design..

Design

Looks appealing

The Honda Dio has been one of the nicest looking scooters out there
It gets sharp looking body panels along with a neatly integrated LED DRL on the headlight cover
It has a well-designed apron mounted headlight
The higher spec variants get bronze coloured wheels which suits the scooter overall

Performance & Mileage

Same engine as the Activa

The Honda Dio gets a 109.51cc OBD-2B compliant motor which makes 7.85PS and 9.03Nm
The power delivery is linear with enough grunt in the bottom-end to make city riding effortless
It gets a 5.3-litre fuel tank and has a real-world tested mileage of 50kmpl
It's not the ideal scooter for highway duties but it still manages to cruise at a steady 60kmph

Handling

Handles quite well

The Honda Dio gets a conventional telescopic fork and a preload-adjustable monoshock
It handles quite well f
its 12-inch front wheel helps keep it stable
It gets drum brakes at both ends

Ride Quality

Can tackle our Indian roads

Handles rough roads well
It nicely soaks up bumps and remains stable at city speeds
The scooter feels unsettled at highway speeds

Comfort & Storage

Comfortable commuter

This scooter gets a perfectly positioned handlebar along with a manageable 765mm seat height
Even the pillion comfort is quite good with enough space for the pillion to move around and place their feet
The seat is a bit too short when compared to its rivals
Its 18-litre underseat storage is not as spacious

Features

Gets enough features

The Honda Dio gets a 4.2-inch coloured TFT display which shows all the crucial information
It also gets an engine stop/start feature which helps increase mileage
It gets CBS (combined braking system)
The TFT display misses out on smartphone connectivity,turn-by-turn navigation and SMS/call alerts

Verdict

Should you buy the Honda Dio?

The Dio is perfect choice if you are looking for a sportier Honda scooter than the Activa
It offers enough grunt for the city along with decent fuel economy
It is not the most feature-loaded scooter but still offers a fun and comfortable riding experience along with well-known reliability

Pros and Cons of Dio

Likes

Gets a new TFT console which has a clean layout and is easy to read
The graphics and styling really makes the scooter stand out
External fuel filler cap is quite easy to use and very convenient

Dislikes

Misses out on smartphone connectivity and related features
Performance is rather unimpressive when compared to rivals
Doesn’t get disc brakes even as an option

Expert's Conclusion

The Honda Dio is a decent scooter which is able to offer sporty looks and styling, and is one which will appeal to a younger audience. But compared to its rivals, the scooter has remained unchanged over the years and misses out on a lot of features that you would want.

Latest Updates on Dio

The 2025 Honda Dio has been launched in India. It now gets a new TFT console and a OBD-2B compliant engine

Dio Colours

Mat Sangria Red Metallic
Dazzle Yellow Metallic
Sports Red2
Jazzy Blue Metallic
Mat Axis Grey Metallic
Mat Axis Gray Metallic
Mat Marvel Blue
Pearl Igneous Black And Pearl Deep Ground Gra
Pearl Igneous Black
Imperial Red Metallic

Dio Colours

Honda Dio Images

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Dio User Reviews

4.4 Based on 4 reviews & 2 rating

antony wrote 2 months ago

Very nice experience

Good mileage, good pick up, low maintenance. Price also affordable I wish to purchase this vehicle

abu wrote 2 months ago

Super scooter

Driving smooth and attractive model , mileage and performance is super. Smooth sound and suspension super.

Anonymous wrote 2 months ago

Good style very comfortable

Nice speed good mileage and very beautiful look This scooter is very to drive and control anyone

Anonymous wrote 2 months ago

One of the best I have ever

One of the best I have ever seen 😍 The mileage is best. And the build quality is awesome 💯

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Questions & Answers on Dio

Answered by Zigwheels Expert

Q. What type of suspension does the Honda Dio use?

The Honda Dio uses a telescopic fork suspension at the front and a rear unit swing with a monoshock. This combination provides stability and comfort for everyday riding.

Q. What are the key differences between the standard and deluxe variants of the Honda Dio?

The key differences between the standard and deluxe variants of the Honda Dio include the addition of LED headlamps, a fully digital instrument cluster, and a front disc brake in the deluxe variant. The deluxe variant also offers more premium color options and styling elements.