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Honda Dio 125 vs Honda Activa

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Honda Dio 125 or Honda Activa? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Dio 125 and Activa. Honda Dio 125 Price starts at Rs.92,217 (ex-showroom) for DLX OBD2B and Honda Activa Price starts at Rs.81,045 (ex-showroom) for STD OBD-2B. Honda Dio 125 is 1 cylinder, 123 cc Engine can generate 8.19 bhp @ 6500 rpm power whereas Honda Activa is a 1 cylinder, 109 cc Engine can generate 7.88 bhp @ 8000 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Dio 125 provides a mileage of 48 kmpl (base model), and Activa has a mileage of 47 kmpl (base model). Honda Dio 125 is available in 6 colours & 7 variants whereas Honda Activa is available in 6 colours & 12 variants.

Dio 125 vs Activa

Key HighlightsHonda Dio 125Honda Activa
PriceRs.92,217Rs.81,045
Engine Capacity123.92 cc109.51 cc
Power8.19 bhp @ 6500 rpm7.88 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Mileage/Range48 kmpl47 kmpl
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Honda Dio 125 DLX OBD2B scooter
DLX OBD2B
Rs. 92,217
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Honda  Activa STD OBD-2B scooter
STD OBD-2B
Rs. 81,045
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
1.04 Lakh
Price Breakup
91,014
Price Breakup
User Rating
4.4
4.2
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.3 Litres
5.3 Litres
Engine Displacement
123.92 cc
109.51 cc
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
Fixed
-
Front Disc Size
190
130
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
22
22
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
22
22
Front Wheel Size
12
R12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
check
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
36
36
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29
29
Rear Wheel Size
R10
R10
Wheel Type
Alloy
Steel
Front Suspension
Telescopic
Telescopic Suspension
Rear Suspension
3-Step Adjustable Spring Loaded Hydraulic
3 Step Adjustable Suspension
Front Tyre Size
90/90 R12
90/90 R12

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
Digital
Digital
Gear Indicator
-
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
Digital

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
LED headlight
check
-

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years/36000 Kms
3 Years/36000 Kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Underbone
Under bone

Engine & Transmission

Gear Shifting Pattern
-
Automatic
Ignition
CDI
-
Spark Plugs
check
check
Engine Capacity
123.92 cc
109.51 cc
Engine Type
4 stroke SI Engine
4 stroke SI Engine
No. of Cylinders
1
1
No. of valves per cylinder
2
2
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Top Speed
85 kmph
85 kmph
Bore x Stroke
50 mm x 63.1 mm
47 mm x 63.12 mm
Configuration
Single Cylinder
Single Cylinder
Cooling type
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Fuelling
PGM-Fi System
PGM-FI
Max Power
8.19 bhp @ 6500 rpm
7.88 bhp @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
10.4 Nm @ 5000 rpm
9.05 Nm @ 5500 rpm

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
-
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
check
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
Low Oil Indicator
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
check
Riding Modes
Service Reminder Indicator
check
Under Seat Storage
check
18
GPS & Navigation
check
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
check
check

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
-
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
Hazard Warning Switch
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
-
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
Halogen Bulb
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
-
Power Modes
-
Slipper Clutch
Automatic
-
Traction Control System

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
1830 mm
1833 mm
Width
707 mm
677 mm
Height
1172 mm
1165 mm
Wheelbase
1260 mm
1260 mm
Ground Clearance
171 mm
162 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
5.3 Litres
5.3 Litres
Engine Oil Capacity
1 Litres
0.7 Litres
Body Type
Scooter
Scooter
Seat Height
-
764 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
105 kg
106 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Super refined engine performance with good fuel economy
  • Honda’s service network is assuring
  • Best resale value in its segment
  • Reliable and easy-to-fix mechanism
Cons
  • Ride quality is not as comfy as rivals
  • Lacks modern features like a digital screen
  • Absence of disc brakes even as an option
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Detailed Comparison of Honda Dio 125 and Honda Activa

Safety

Dio 125 comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm, AHO (Automatic Headlight On). Activa has Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator.

Comfort & Convenience

Honda Dio 125 has features like Pillion Footrest, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Low Battery Indicator, Front Storage Box, Under Seat Storage, GPS & Navigation, Distance to Empty Indicator, USB Charger Port, Side Stand Indicator, Engine Kill Switch and Honda Activa, on the other hand, has Pillion Footrest, Low Oil Indicator, Luggage Space, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port, Shutter Lock.

Dimensions

Honda Dio 125 has a 5.3 Litres fuel tank with 1172 mm seat height. Honda Activa has 1165 mm seat height and 5.3 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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Honda Dio 125 and Honda Activa Owner Reviews

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    • Ss
      Samta suresh
      11 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Nice colors—this bike looks awesome! The colors are amazing, and the shape and design are fantastic. Speed is good too. I really wish to buy this vehicle.
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      Deepjyoti Ghosh
      11 Sep 2025
      5.0
      If you’re looking for a scooter with the best mileage, I’d suggest the Dio 125. I traveled from Dudhnoi to Guwahati on just 1 litre! Plus, it’s stylish too.
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    • MI
      Mohammed Ilyas Lohari
      09 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Very good riding experience with this bike. It’s comfortable, gives good mileage, and has a nice design. Perfect for short-height riders and suitable for both ladies and gents. Truly one of the best bikes in 2025.
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    • NK
      Naani KB
      07 Sep 2025
      4.6
      Good mileage and attractive design. The seat is very comfortable, speed control is smooth, and riding experience is excellent. The lights and alloy wheels are also great. Overall, the scooter looks and feels fantastic.
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      Rupak saha
      02 Sep 2025
      5.0
      Honda Dio 125cc is an excellent scooter that perfectly blends style, performance, and comfort. Its sporty design with sharp body lines and bold graphics gives it a premium look, making it stand out on the road.
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