Honda
Honda ADV 160
A premium-feeling scooter that charges a premium price for it
In short
The ADV 160 is Honda's maxi-style adventure scooter, priced from ₹1,70,000 with a 157cc engine making 16.9 bhp. It adds dual disc brakes, a TFT console, keyless start and idle start-stop, but costs noticeably more than 160cc rivals like the Hero Xoom 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155.
- Engine
- 157 cc
- Power
- 16.9 bhp
What works
- Dual disc brakes with single-channel ABS and traction control
- Keyless start and idle start-stop, rare on scooters
- TFT console with turn-by-turn navigation
- External fuel filler for quicker top-ups
What doesn't
- Priced well above the Xoom 160 and Aerox 155
- Only one colour option available
- No published mileage figure to weigh running costs
Best for: Adventure-styled daily riding, Feature-focused buyers, Two-up city and highway use
Price and variants
Ex-showroom Delhi. On-road estimate for Delhi; other cities on the price page.
The ADV 160 comes in a single variant at ₹1,70,000 ex-showroom Delhi, so there is no trim ladder to climb: every ADV 160 leaves the showroom with the same equipment.
That makes it the most expensive of the 26 petrol scooters we have reviewed. Its closest price rivals are the Aerox 155 (₹23,736 less) and the Xoom 160 (₹26,952 less).
On the road in Delhi, budget about ₹1.95 Lakh for the base variant once 8% Delhi road tax, registration and five-year third-party insurance are added. Dealers often quote higher by bundling accessories, extended warranty and handling charges; all three are negotiable.
| Variant | Ex-showroom | Rough EMI |
|---|---|---|
Standard | ₹1,70,000 |
Mileage
Engine and ride
The 157cc liquid-cooled engine makes 16.9 bhp and 14.9 Nm through a CVT automatic.
The torque and power figures are well balanced, so it neither needs to be revved hard nor feels lazy when you do.
Chassis hardware includes single-channel ABS and traction control, with a disc, 240 mm up front and disc at the rear.
Our review
Riding impressions and the buying advice a spec sheet cannot give.
Verdict
The ADV 160 is Honda's attempt to bring adventure-bike styling and premium features to the automatic scooter segment, and priced from ₹1,70,000 it does exactly that. Dual disc brakes, a TFT console, keyless start and idle start-stop all point upmarket, but the price sits well above the Hero Xoom 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155, so buyers are paying a real premium for the Honda badge and extra polish.
Riding it every day
The 156.9cc liquid-cooled engine's 16.9 bhp is enough for brisk city riding and comfortable highway cruising, helped by a CVT that shifts smoothly. Dual disc brakes with single-channel ABS give confident stopping power, unusual for this segment, and traction control adds reassurance on wet monsoon roads. The external fuel filler is a small but genuinely useful touch, letting owners top up without lifting the seat.
What to know before buying
No official mileage figure is available in this data, so buyers should expect efficiency broadly in line with similar 155-160cc scooters, typically in the 35-40 kmpl range rather than anything exceptional. Only one colourway is offered at launch, which limits personalisation. Honda's dealer network should keep servicing straightforward, though it is worth confirming parts pricing given the scooter's premium positioning.
Who should buy it
The ADV 160 suits a rider who wants adventure-bike looks and a long features list in scooter form and is willing to pay more than 160cc rivals for it. Buyers focused purely on value for money should cross-shop the Xoom 160 and Aerox 155 first.
Features and colours
- Single-channel ABS
- Front disc brake
- Rear disc brake
- Alloy wheels
- Traction control
- Side-stand engine cut-off
- LED headlamp
- LED daytime running lamp
- LED tail lamp
- Colour TFT console
- +8 more
On safety kit the ADV 160 has single-channel abs, front disc brake, rear disc brake, traction control and side-stand engine cut-off. ABS acts on the front wheel only; the rear can still lock under a hard stamp.
Against Xoom 160, Aerox 155 or EC 06, it gets rear disc brake, traction control, colour tft console and turn-by-turn navigation that most rivals skip.
What it lacks: tubeless tyres and hazard lamps, which rivals at this price offer. The safety items in that list matter more than the console.
It is offered in 1 colours: Tough Matte Brown. Colour availability varies by variant and dealer stock.
Warranty, service and ownership
Standard warranty is 2 years, unlimited km.
Honda runs one of the largest sales and service network in India, at roughly 6,000 touchpoints. Spares and a mechanic who knows the model are rarely far away.
The ADV 160 launched in 2026, so long-term reliability and resale data are still thin. That is not a mark against it, just a reason to prefer the standard warranty and keep service records.
ADV 160: questions people ask
- What is the price of the Honda ADV 160?
- The ADV 160 is priced at ₹1,70,000 ex-showroom Delhi in its single variant, as of September 2026. On-road price adds road tax, registration and insurance.
- What is the on-road price of the ADV 160 in Delhi?
- Roughly ₹1.95 Lakh for the base variant in Delhi: ₹1,70,000 ex-showroom plus ₹13,600 road tax, ₹1,100 registration and about ₹10,425 insurance. This is an estimate; dealer quotes include handling and accessories.
- What is the EMI for the ADV 160?
- With 10% down, a 36-month loan at 9.5% on the base variant comes to about ₹5,390 a month. A shorter tenure raises the EMI but cuts total interest; see the EMI calculator on the price page.
- What is the engine capacity and power of the ADV 160?
- It uses a 157cc engine producing 16.9 bhp and 14.9 Nm, with a cvt automatic.
- ADV 160 or Xoom 160: which is better?
- The Xoom 160 is ₹26,952 less expensive to start. Pick the ADV 160 for adventure-styled daily riding, the Xoom 160 for highway-capable scooter riding. Our side-by-side comparison covers every spec.
- Which bikes are cheaper than the ADV 160?
- Among the 26 scooters we have reviewed, the Activa 6G (₹80,000), the Jupiter 125 (₹80,000), the Ntorq 125 (₹90,558) start lower.
- Does the ADV 160 need premium fuel given its liquid-cooled engine?
- There is no explicit fuel-grade requirement in the data, but a liquid-cooled single like this typically runs fine on regular fuel, so premium should not be necessary.
- Is the ADV 160 comfortable for a two-up highway ride?
- The upright, scooter-style seating and wider rear tyre should make it reasonably comfortable two-up on the highway, though as with any maxi-scooter, expect the ride to firm up noticeably with a second rider and luggage aboard.
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