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Aprilia SR 160 vs Vespa 125 in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 18, 2026

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At a glance
Aprilia SR 160Vespa 125
Ex-showroom priceRs 3.96 lakh – Rs 4.3 lakhRs 3.49 lakh – Rs 4.09 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale43
DistributorDelta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd.D-Lifestyles Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 18, 2026)

Aprilia SR 160

FIरु 3,95,900
(Standard)रु 4,09,900
Carbonरु 4,19,900
Raceरु 4,29,900

Vespa 125

ZXरु 3,49,000
Sरु 4,09,000
Vespa 125रु 3,99,000
Specifications — SR 160 (Standard) vs 125 ZX
CategoryAprilia SR 160Vespa 125
Battery & Range
  • Fuel tank capacity 6 litres
  • Claimed mileage about 35–40 km/l
  • Fuel tank 7.4L; claimed mileage about 50 kmpl (techlekh.com, India-spec-engine)[3]
  • Real-world range roughly 350+ km per tank under mixed use (inferred from tank×mileage, India-spec)[3]
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 160.03 cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, SOHC 3-valve engine
  • i-get BS6 fuel-injected air-cooled engine
  • Max power 11 PS @ 7100 rpm
  • Max torque 13.44 Nm @ 5300 rpm
  • CVT automatic gearbox
  • Rear wheel drive via belt/automatic scooter transmission
  • 124.45cc single-cylinder, 3-valve, 4-stroke, air-cooled FI petrol engine (techlekh.com)[3]
  • Max power 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Max torque 10.11 Nm @ 5600 rpm (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • BS6 Phase 2 with OBD-II Stage B emissions compliance (vespanepal.com)[1]
  • CVT automatic gearbox with automatic centrifugal clutch (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Electric start only; no kick starter mentioned (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 1365 mm
  • Ground clearance 155 mm
  • Wheelbase around 1290 mm (India-spec Vespa 125 family, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Ground clearance around 155 mm (India-spec Vespa 125 family, techlekh.com)[3]
Dimensions
  • Length 1985 mm
  • Width 703 mm
  • Height 1166 mm
  • Seat height 780 mm
  • Overall length about 1770 mm (India-spec Vespa 125 family, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Width about 690 mm; height about 1140 mm (India-spec Vespa 125 family, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Kerb weight around 114–115 kg (India-spec Vespa 125 family, techlekh.com)[3]
Cargo
  • Underseat storage with space for a helmet
  • Fuel tank under seat affecting storage layout
  • Underseat storage adequate for half-face helmet plus small items (India-spec observation, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Small front bag hook and open front pocket for quick storage (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
Comfort & Interior
  • Telescopic front fork and rear monoshock for ride comfort
  • Upright riding posture typical of SR-series scooters
  • Padded single-piece seat for rider and pillion
  • Single-piece seat designed for upright, relaxed riding posture (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Front telescopic suspension; rear monoshock for comfort (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Footboard large enough for city commuting comfort (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Digital instrument cluster with speed, fuel, trip info
  • Engine kill switch and pass light for convenience
  • Side-stand indicator on console
  • Analog-digital semi-digital instrument cluster (YouTube Nepal review)[10]
  • Simple console with speedometer and basic readouts; no connectivity (techlekh.com)[3]
  • Electric starter with handlebar-mounted controls for lights and indicators (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
Safety
  • Front 220 mm disc brake
  • Rear 140 mm drum brake
  • Single-channel ABS standard
  • Tubeless tyres on alloy wheels
  • BS6-compliant emissions system
  • Front 200 mm disc brake; rear drum brake (techlekh.com)[3]
  • CBS (combined braking) likely standard on BS6 125cc Vespa (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • Tubeless tyres for better puncture safety (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
  • OBD-II monitoring aids engine health diagnostics (vespanepal.com)[1]
Design & Exterior
  • Sporty scooter design with sharp lines
  • Aprilia racing-inspired graphics
  • Twin headlamp setup with aggressive front fascia
  • Available colours include Essence White, Storm Grey, Vibrant Blue, Enigma Black, Power Red
  • Classic Vespa styling with round headlamp and retro cues (nepaldrives.com)[4]
  • ZX 125 offered in Azzuro Provenza, Pearl White, Nero Black, Rosso Red (nepaldrives.com)[4]
  • Chrome mirrors and detailing emphasize premium Italian look (nepaldrives.com)[4]
  • 12-inch alloy wheels with stylish multi-spoke design (India-spec, techlekh.com)[3]
Sales & Imports
  • Officially sold by Aprilia Nepal as SR 160
  • Imported CBU/CKD from Aprilia India/Piaggio Vehicles
  • Officially part of new BS6 OBD-2B lineup launched in Nepal (vespanepal.com)[1]
  • Priced at Rs. 3,49,000 on-road Nepal (nepaldrives.com)[4]
  • Imported and distributed by Delta Autocorp/D-Lifestyles in limited volumes (autoncell.com)[8]
Value for Money Verdict
  • Positioned as a premium sporty 160 cc scooter in Nepal
  • Higher price but offers strong performance and style
  • Positioned as entry Vespa 125 with lowest price among new trio (techlekh.com)[3]
  • Premium pricing versus 125cc rivals; pays for style and brand (techlekh.com)[3]
Pros
  • Strong acceleration; 0–60 km/h in about 7 seconds
  • Powerful 160 cc engine with good torque
  • Sporty handling with stiff suspension setup
  • Distinctive Italian design compared to rivals
  • Distinctive retro Vespa design stands out in traffic (nepaldrives.com)[4]
  • Fuel-injected BS6 engine with decent efficiency (techlekh.com)[3]
  • Multiple color options tailored to style-focused buyers (nepaldrives.com)[4]
Cons
  • Ride can feel firm on bad roads due to sporty tuning
  • Fuel efficiency only moderate at ~35–40 km/l
  • Underseat storage compromised by under-seat fuel tank
  • Premium pricing versus 125 cc competitors
  • Higher price than mainstream 125cc scooters in Nepal (techlekh.com)[3]
  • Feature set relatively basic; lacks modern connectivity (techlekh.com)[3]
  • Spare parts and service limited to Vespa network only (autoncell.com)[8]

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Aprilia SR 160 or Vespa 125?

As of July 2026, the Vespa 125 starts at Rs 3.49 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.47 lakh less than the Aprilia SR 160 at Rs 3.96 lakh.

What is the price of the Aprilia SR 160 and Vespa 125 in Nepal?

The Aprilia SR 160 costs Rs 3.96 lakh to Rs 4.3 lakh and the Vespa 125 costs Rs 3.49 lakh to Rs 4.09 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Aprilia SR 160 or the Vespa 125?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each bike is ahead.

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