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Activa or Jupiter – A Detailed Scooter Showdown
Scooter Compare | Jun 06, 2025 | Posted By: Kartik Rangam
Honda Activa and TVS Jupiter are the two best-selling scooters in India. The Honda Activa was the best-selling scooter in April, followed by the TVS Jupiter. Both of these are budget-friendly scooters that fill the same niche. If you are looking for a new scooter and are confused about which model to buy, here is a detailed comparison between the TVS Jupiter 125 and Honda Activa 125.
In this blog, we cover the Honda Activa 125 and TVS Jupiter 125. We compare their price, mileage, features and colours.
Activa vs Jupiter Price
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Model |
Price |
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Honda Activa |
Rs 95,702 to Rs 99,674 |
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TVS Jupiter |
Rs 80,740 to Rs 92,001 |
The TVS Jupiter 125 is the more affordable option of the two. The starting price of the Jupiter 125 is Rs 15,000 less than the Activa.
Engine, Suspension And Ride Quality
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Model |
Honda Activa |
TVS Jupiter |
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Engine |
124 cc |
125 cc |
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Power |
8.5 PS |
8.6 PS |
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Torque |
10.5 Nm |
11.1 Nm |
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Reported Mileage |
45-50 kmpl |
50 kmpl |
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Suspension (front/rear) |
Telescopic/3-step hydraulic |
Telescopic/ 3-step adjustable spring |
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Brakes (front/rear) |
Disc / Drum |
Disc/ Drum |
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Top Speed |
85-90 kmph |
90-95 kmph |
The units on Honda Activa 125 and Jupiter 125 offer nearly the same amount of power and torque. Both scooters can reach similar top speeds and offer the same fuel efficiency. The Activa 125, however, wins in terms of ride quality.
I’ve personally ridden both for a decent amount of time and can confidently state that the Activa 125 is a better scooter when it comes to riding comfort. It has less vibes at every RPM and is stable at high speeds on highways (around 40-60 kmph). The Jupiter 125, on the other hand, is more agile and fun to zip around in traffic.
TVS Jupiter Vs Honda Activa Features
Key highlights of the TVS Jupiter 125 and Honda Activa 125 include:
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TVS Jupiter 125 |
Honda Activa 125 |
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Features |
Safety |
Features |
Safety |
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● Digital cluster ● Bluetooth connectivity ● Automatic start stop ● Alloy wheels ● Underseat storage ● Glove box ● Follow me headlamps ● Phone charger ● Bag hooks ● Pillion backrest |
● Hazard indicators ● Side stand engine cutoff ● Engine kill switch ● Combi brake |
● Smart key ● TFT display ● Bluetooth connectivity ● Automatic start stop ● Alloy wheels ● Underseat storage ● Glove box ● Phone charger ● Pillion grab rail ● Bag hooks |
● Side stand engine cutoff ● Engine kill switch ● Combi brake |
Both models share multiple features, but Jupiter 125 gets a digital screen, hazard indicators and pillion backrest, which the Activa 125 does not get. Honda offers the Activa with a smart key system.
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Colours
The Honda Activa 125 can be had in 6 colour choices:
- Rebel Red
- Pearl Igneous Black
- Pearl Precious White
- Mat Axis Grey Metallic
- Pearl Siren Blue
- Pearl Deep ground Grey
The TVS Jupiter 125 gets 8 colour options, which are limited to specific variants:
- Dawn Orange
- Indiblue
- Titanium Grey
- White
- Ivory Brown
- Ivory Grey
- Elegant Red
- Matte Copper Bronze
Jupiter 125 Vs Activa 125 Size
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Dimensions |
Honda Activa 125 |
TVS Jupiter 125 |
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Length |
1850 mm |
1852 mm |
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Width |
707 mm |
691 mm |
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Height |
1160 mm |
1168 mm |
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Wheelbase |
1260 mm |
1275 mm |
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Ground Clearance |
162 mm |
163 mm |
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Underseat Storage |
18 litres |
33 litres |
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Kerb Weight |
107 kg |
108 kg |
The Activa 125 is slightly wider than the Jupiter and has a smaller wheelbase. The biggest difference between the two models is the underseat storage, with Jupiter 125 offering nearly double the space than Activa 125.
The Jupiter 125 feels more agile when compared to the Activa 125, even with similar weight.
Conclusion
Honda Activa 125 and TVS Jupiter 125 are solid choices. They are both excellent for city commuting, but the Activa 125 beats the Jupiter 125 for long rides. They both have pros and cons, such as Jupiter being more agile and tech-oriented, while the Activa offers a smoother experience.
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Published on Jun 06, 2025
