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Honda Dio 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduPrices verified 31 Jul 2026Comparing DLX vs Apache RTR 160 Refresh variants
The short answer

TVS Apache RTR 160 costs रु 14,000 less ex-showroom.

Choose the Honda Dio 125 if
You prefer its body style, brand or dealer near you — the numbers are close.

Adds features and visual upgrades over Standard Disc brake and premium colors justify price step Strong value for riders wanting safety and style

Pros
Likely front disc with CBS for better braking
LED lighting and graphics enhance road presence
Honda build quality and refined engine
Idling Stop lowers fuel use in traffic
Cons
Price higher than Standard; value depends on disc and styling
Still lacks Smart Key H-Smart tech
Performance adequate but not sporty compared to some 125 rivals
As of 19 Jul 2026
Choose the TVS Apache RTR 160 if
TVS Apache RTR 160 costs रु 14,000 less ex-showroom.
14 rows compared
Honda Dio 125 price in Nepal
Honda
रु 3,29,900
TVS
रु 3,15,900Lowest price
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 3,29,900
रु 3,15,900Cheapest
Range, all variants
रु 3,09,900 – रु 3,29,900
रु 3,15,900
Variants on sale
2
1
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
Syakar Trading Company Pvt. Ltd.
Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. (TVS Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
cashरु 5,000
Indicative seasonal discount or finance scheme from Honda Nepal
1 offer on other variants
No offer on this variant
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
8.28 PS
Not disclosed
Max torque
10.4 Nm
Not disclosed
Transmission
automatic
Not disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
1,830 mm
Not disclosed
Height
1,172 mm
Not disclosed
Wheelbase
1,260 mm
Not disclosed
Ground clearance
171 mm
Not disclosed
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
216Better
211
Service centres
143Better
29
1 category hidden — Battery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Telescopic front fork and rear unit swing for ride comfort
·Retractable pillion footrest improves passenger ergonomics
·Engine start/stop switch for quick control
·Well-cushioned seat length 650 mm for riders and pillion
As of 19 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Intelligent digital meter with mileage and DTE readouts
·Battery indicator integrated in meter
·External fuel lid for convenient refuelling
·Passing switch for quick light flash
·Idling Stop and ACG start add daily convenience
As of 19 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
🛡️Safety
·Combined Braking System (CBS) standard
·Side stand engine cut-off safety feature
·LED headlamp with position lamp for visibility
·Tubeless tyres front and rear
·Deluxe variant likely adds front disc brake
As of 19 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
✨Design & Exterior
·Sporty premium scooter styling with bold graphics
·Fierce LED headlamp and LED position lamp
·Split grab rail and muffler protector
·Alloy wheels with stylish design
·Deluxe colors Nepal: Mat Axis Grey Metallic, Dazzle Yellow Metallic, Mat Sangria Red Metallic
As of 19 Jul 2026
Not disclosed
📊Sales & Imports
·Distributed in Nepal by Syakar Trading Company
·Placed above Standard variant in Dio 125 lineup
·MRP Rs 3,09,900 for Deluxe in Nepal
As of 19 Jul 2026
Not disclosed

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Honda Dio 125
TVS Apache RTR 160

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 3,29,900
रु 3,15,900
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 3,300
≈ रु 6,800
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,705
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 3,34,905
≈ रु 3,24,631
EMI / month
≈ रु 6,157 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 5,896 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

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Honda Dio 125 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Honda Dio 125 or TVS Apache RTR 160?

As of July 2026, the Honda Dio 125 starts at Rs 3.1 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.06 lakh less than the TVS Apache RTR 160 at Rs 3.16 lakh.

What is the price of the Honda Dio 125 and TVS Apache RTR 160 in Nepal?

The Honda Dio 125 costs Rs 3.1 lakh to Rs 3.3 lakh and the TVS Apache RTR 160 costs Rs 3.16 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Honda Dio 125 or the TVS Apache RTR 160?

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

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