The Aviator has been in the market for a relatively shorter period of time as compared to the Activa. While Honda Motorcycles launched the Activa way back in 2000, the Aviator has been here only since 2009. Both scooters belong to the 109cc segment with similar tech specifications and framework with one major difference being that the Aviator comes with a lot of add-ons like disc brakes that do not exist on the Activa. In this article, we will first take you through the specifications of both the scooters and then compare the mileages as delivered by the two models. This will help us arrive at a better judgement of which of the two is a better scooter.
As noted earlier, both the scooters have a similar engine configuration. They both come with a 109cc engine that can deliver a max power of 8.1PS and a max torque of around 8.7 Nm. The Aviator is slightly bigger though. While the Activa measures 1761 x 710 x 1147, the Aviator on the other hand measures 1802 x 697 x 1162. The Activa is wider although the Aviator has a larger wheelbase providing a much higher stability while driving. The Aviator is also geared for longer drives with a fuel tank capacity of 6 liters whereas the Activa can only hold 5.3 liters. Here is a side by side comparison of the major tech specs of both the scooters. The ex-showroom price of the Standard variant of Aviator is slightly higher than Activa although there is also a Deluxe variant that is priced much higher.
Specification | Honda Activa | Honda Aviator |
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Engine Disp. | 109cc | 109cc |
Max Power | 8.1 PS @ 7500 | 8.1 PS @ 7000 |
Max Torque | 8.74 Nm @ 5500 | 8.77 Nm @ 5500 |
Dimension | 1761 x 710 x 1147 | 1802 x 697 x 1162 |
Wheelbase | 1238mm | 1256mm |
Ground Clearance | 153mm | 145mm |
Fuel tank capacity | 5.3L | 6L |
Underseat storage | 18L | 20L |
Kerb weight | 111kg | 102.3kg |
Price (ex-Delhi) | Rs. 47204 | Rs. 48229 |
Mileage Comparison
Although both the Activa and Aviator have similar engine components, there are so many things different spec-wise on the two scooters that make it a given that these two models simply cannot offer the same mileage. However, Honda probably does not want to cannibalize the sale of one over the other due to the fuel economy component. The company claims the latest model of both the scooters to offer around 66.7 kmpl under standard test conditions. Again, this is not a mileage you could be seeing on your office ride because the tests are conducted under extremely favourable conditions that you may not be able to simulate on a city road.
In order to arrive a better judgement, let us now look at what third party reviews and test rides tell us with respect to the mileage. Let us start with MouthShut; the popular user reviews site. There are plenty of reviews for both the scooters. While the average claim made by customers lies in the range of 45-55kmpl for the Activa, the corresponding figure for Aviator is just between 30-46 kmpl. The numbers for Aviator do not get much support from other sources either. Except for a review from ScootyPrice that claims around 45-48 kmpl on the Aviator, the mileage reported on other reviews we noted from sites like BikeAdvice and ConsumerComplaints are in the range of 30-40 kmpl only.
In comparison, the Activa has pretty rave reviews from a number of sources. A couple of reviewers on IndiaGarage have reported a 35kmpl FE. That apart, reviews on most sources have been positive. BikeSpace reports 54kmpl while IndiaMart reports 55 kmpl. Most of the other sources including MyIndiaGuide, BharathAutos, ZigWheels, MaxAbout and Olx report a number between 40-53 kmpl which is much better than what the Aviator offers.
The specific number from the various sources are tabulated below. But I guess the bottomline is clear – the Aviator seems built more efficiently for a female audience as compared to the Activa. But that is just a minor improvement that does not warrant a drop in mileage as it seems to be from the various reviews. My suggestion would be to go with the Activa – it’s priced cheap, makes your commuter cheaper and has a great resale value too. What do you think?
Source | Honda Activa (kmpl) | Honda Aviator (kmpl) |
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Official | 66.7 | 66.7 |
BharathAutos | 53.5 | — |
BikeAdvice | – | 30-40 |
BikeSpace | 54 | — |
ConsumerComplaints | – | 33-35 |
IndiaGarage | 35 | — |
IndiaMart | 55 | — |
MaxAbout | 40 | — |
MouthShut | 45-55 | 30-46 |
MyIndiaGuide | 52.2 | — |
Olx | 40-50 | — |
ScootyPrice | – | 45-48 |
ZigWheels | 46.8 | — |
Sir,
i am leaving at a city having very traffic conditions for which i want 2 buy a scooter i have choosen hero maestro and honda activa het which 1 should i buy which give very good fuel efficiency. Does honda activa really give average of 60 km/lit ?
activa……only….it has great goodwill..
Thank You
activa dont give average of 60 it gives only 30 average
SAB ZHOOT HAI ACTIVA 20KA AVERAGE DETA HAI BAKVAS GADI HAI
esha kuch nahi hai tarike se chlao toh accha average deti hai
now miss priti giving the driving lessons actually after 6 months it does give a 25kmpl same as my CBR250 so this proves activa is a real piece of shit.
Priti is right, activa gives the average around 35-45. But need to maintain the speed and the combination of brake. I am still running with the Active since last 6 years.
activa na hoye enfield ho gyi kaya
if someone rides it like a hooligan, then obviously it is going to give a low mileage…..
I drive it like a hooligan. I drive at 40-60 km/hr, but rarely use brakes. With this, I get an average of 50km/litre. My mom was thinking that I was lying but I proved it to her
HONDA AVIATOR SCOOTER THIS BIKE IS VERY VERY COMFORTABLE AND VERY SAFE THANK YOU (SRI HARI)
activa is better than aviator
Lol fucking stupid, dont you know english they just proved activa is a low shit.
other than activa,which 2 wheeler non gear is good.i know activa is best.i want to know after just activa which vehicle is best.
please let me know the suggestion on my mail
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which is good in mileage
activa or aviator
i think activa is best
average iz better in activa or aviator??
i want to know about the new arrival of honda .. activa-i claiming mileage 65 above with approx 5000 price less than activa original.. does anyone has more info .. would like to purchase this bike as early as possible
Aviator is the best. The tire of aviator is fat. Mileage of Aviator is good. Weight of Aviator is lesser. Handling of Aviator is better. Speed and looks is good as well. Go for Aviator
I Want to know the correct mileage of Honda Activa HET and Honda Activa DLX. What is the difference between Honda Activa HET and Honda Activa DLX & Price of both Bikes.
Honda het is new model of honda which gives a good average(As per company)…… on the other honda has sold lacks of activas in past by term that it gives a good average of 55 Kmpl….. while it’s totally wrong it gives only an average of 29….. this is bull shit…
I am totally confused between Activa and Aviator!
Honda bakwas he. WEGO is the best.
I have a Honda Activa and I measured the mileage to be 70 kmpl. But now it’s giving less than 40 kmpl. This is all bullshit. If a mechanic wants, he can give you good mileage. It was my Experience.
I want to buy a scooter for my parents. They are fatty. Which scooter can I buy? Honda Activa or Aviator? Please suggest
My Honda Activa is 9 years old. Nowadays it gives only 42 KM per litre on Bangalore city roads.
My activa gives 30kmpl only