The new Honda Dio is a show-stopper with many additional features and changes. Honda Dio was first introduced in the 2000s and has been relaunched and reintroduced many times in later years. It has won the scooter of the year award and has successfully crossed a 30 lakh sales milestone in 2020.
The trendier design of Dio makes it acceptable for the youth, and the sportier look and aggressive designing make it stand out in the crowd. Depending on the variant, the scooter price is about Rs.67,817 – 74,353.
The relaunched Honda Dio is now available with minor changes from its older versions. The scooter now wears a sporty design, and the Honda Dio looks edgier and sharper with trendier designs and various colour options.
The new colour options contrast the body panels, and the wheels also ensure that the Honda Dio stands out. The Honda Dio has a digital infotainment screen and an LED headlight depending on the variant. The telescopic fork adds to the look as well.
The build and the finish, the positioning of the tail lamp and the angular designs ensure that the features help promote the complete sporty aesthetic that the scooter provides.
The eco indicator and the steel wheels also add to the whole ensemble of the bike. The seat length is very comfortable, even though the riders who are on the taller side find it slightly uncomfortable. The scooter also has a seat opening switch and a split grab rail.
The Honda Dio is available in 10 colours:
The Honda Dio is available in 4 variants:
The new Honda Dio has a fan-cooled, 4-stroke SI engine. The engine ensures a smooth ride with a displacement of 109.51 ccs and a maximum power of 7.6 PS @8000 rpm and a torque of 9 nm@ 4750 rpm.
The Honda Dio ACG starter ensures that the scooter starts without noise and has a belt drive. The Honda Dio has a bore and stroke measurement of 47.0mm and 63.1 mm, respectively.
Some of the major features of the new Honda Dio are its improved look and other minor enhancements. The Honda Dio features a tubeless tyre, and the steel metal of the wheel adds a nice edge to the sharp look. In addition to the sporty graphics, the scooter has a carved tail light and a Moto Scooter Design.
The body-mounted headlamp, which has an LED option, completes the look. The Dio has a storage space of 18 litres. The bike has a decent weight at 105 kg, and the ACG start ensures that the scooter turns on without difficulties.
The Honda Dio has a 4-in-1 lock to open the seat and a built-in mobile charging socket. The engine offers decent performance, and the affordable price ensures that the Honda Dio is worth the cost.
It has a top speed of 83 kmph, the other features and the fuel filler feature ensure that the bike goes for long rides with a 5.3 litres fuel capacity.
The Honda Dio has a decent weight of 105 kg, and the pickup is quick. It also has an engine cut-off, which is optional and a muffler protector as well.
Honda Dio incorporates CVT gears.
The Honda Dio features a visible suspension in sporty red in the rear of this scooter. The Honda Dio now showcases a spring-loaded hydraulic in the front. Depending on the variant, it also has a telescopic fork in the front, which is perfect for urban rides. The suspensions help in manoeuvring, and with the Combi Brake System (CBS), the Honda Dio has perfect stability and assurance.
The Honda Dio features a drum option in the front and rear. The front brake diameter is 130mm, while the rear also has the same diameter for its drum. The moto scooter features an automatic transmission and a V- Matic transmission. The performance of the transmission and brakes is pretty decent.
The Honda Dio is known for its stylish and vibrant design. The structure of the scooter ensures that it gives the perfect performance for the ride. There are also many colour options. But the design and black details of the Honda Dio haven’t been a big hit.
The Honda Dio has a lightweight design. It helps elevate the speed and mileage. The powerful engine also ensures that the Honda Dio has a smooth ride.
The braking system of the scooter is also pretty decent. However, the brake and suspension could utilize a little more upgrade.
Compared to the previous models, the Honda Dio has many new features and a better design. The scooter stands out, and its improved engine ensures a smooth ride.
The Honda Dio is priced at around Rs.67,817 – 74,353, depending on the variant, while Hero Pleasure Plus is priced at Rs. 66,768 – 75,868.
The Honda Dio has a fan-cooled, 4-stroke SI Engine with a maximum power of 7.76 PS @8000 rpm. However, the Honda Pleasure Plus has an increased power of 8.1 rpm @7000 rpm, with an air-cooled, four-stroke single, cylinder OHC engine type.
The engine of Honda Dio has a 109.51 cc engine, while the Hero Pleasure Plus has a 110.9cc engine displacement.
The Honda Dio has ten colour options, while the Hero Pleasure Plus only has three.
The Hero Pleasure Plus has a riding range of 240 km, while the Honda Dio pumps 254 km.
The Honda Dio also has graphics on its body, while the Hero Pleasure Plus does not, and it lacks the trendy style the Honda Dio produces.
The Hero Pleasure Plus is tricky at higher speeds, and the brakes require a lot of power to come to a stop, whereas the Honda Dio lacks the front disc.
TVS Jupiter 110 amount is around Rs. 69,990 – 85,246. The price varies depending on the variant, similar to the Dio at approximately Rs.67,817 – 74,353.
There are very few differences in engine displacement and power. Honda Dio produces a power of 7.65 bhp @ 8000 rpm and a displacement of 109.51 ccs, whereas the TVS Jupiter has a 109.7 Nm with a maximum power of 7.77 bhp @ 7500 rpm.
The ignition type of the Dio is CDI with a cooled and fuel injection delivery system. The TVS has an ECU-controlled ignition, an air-cooled engine, and an Eco thrust fuel injection.
The Honda Dio has a riding range of 254 km while the TVS Jupiter 110 packs 300 km, while it also has a larger fuel capacity of 6 litres, but the Dio only has 5.3 litres.
The Honda Dio is easier to maintain and has good mileage. However, the TVS Jupiter have better build quality, and the headlight of the TVS also seems inadequate.
The Hero Maestro Edge price, is approximately Rs. 68,816 to Rs. 73,616. In comparison, the Honda Dio price is Rs.67,817 – 74,353.
Hero Maestro Edge has a displacement of 110.9 ccs and a power of 8.04 bhp @ 7250 rpm, while the Dio has a 109.51 cc with a 7.76 PS @8000 rpm.
There is a difference in the bore and stroke dimensions as well. Both the scooters’ engines are similar, with a torque of 8.7 Nm @5750 rpm and 9 Nm @ 4750 rpm.
The riding range of the Hero Maestro Edge is 200 km, with a fuel tank capacity of 5 litres. The Honda Dio produces 254 km with a 5.3 litres fuel capacity.
Honda Dio has CBS and a telescopic suspension, but the Hero Maestro Edge has an IBS with a Hydraulic shock absorber. The scooters have a kerb weight of 105 and 112, respectively, with a top speed of 83 and 80 mph.
The Hero Maestro Edge’s initial acceleration is slow, but Honda Dio has an ACG motor. However, the alloy wheels do not play well for the Dio, but it has good mileage.
The upgrade ensures that the new Honda Dio holds all the new features and retains the good characteristics of the older version. Not only does the ride provide comfort, but it ensures that the Honda Dio inspires the rider. The vibrant and trendy designs grab the attention and stand out.
The new Honda Dio is also available in different variants and a host of various colours to help the rider choose their best option. The moto scooter ensures a smooth and comfortable ride and helps manoeuvre through the rough urban traffics. The scooter is known for its design, performance and affordability.
The Honda Dio has recently launched Dio Sports
The Honda Dio has a mileage of approx 50kmpl.
There is enough place on the footboard for the cylinder.
Honda Dio has a riding range of 250 to 290 km.
Yes, but it may be sluggish with pillion riders.
The Honda Dio has a capacity of 5.3 litres.
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