Introduction
In today’s time when petrol prices are increasing day by day, the first question of every traveler is – “How much mileage does it give?” This becomes even more important for scooter buyers, because saving fuel while travelling daily to office or in the city directly affects your pocket. Therefore, today we will talk about those best mileage scooter options which will be most in demand in India in 2025.
Why Mileage Matters?
It’s simple higher the mileage, lower the petrol cost. A high mileage scooter can save you thousands of rupees every month when you commute to office, college or market every day. Hence, buying a best mileage scooter is a wise investment.
Best Mileage Scooters
All the scooters mileage shown in the list are ARAI certified.
Hero Destini 125
The common man’s brand Hero is a strong player in the mileage segment with the Destini 125. It gets Hero’s i3S technology (idle start-stop system), which helps a lot in saving petrol in traffic. The retro chrome finish look and the alloy wheels makes it more attractive.
Variants: VX OBD2B, ZX OBD2B, ZX+ OBD2B
Ex-showroom Price: ₹82,200 onwards
Engine: 124.6 cc
Mileage: 59 km/l
Top Speed: 85 km/h
Suzuki Burgman Street 125
The Suzuki Burgman Street 125 is known for its big and muscular design, with a good mileage it has become a favourite among the youth. The key features of this scooter is comfortable and spacious riding position for long rides, effortless and refined performance with Suzuki Eco Performance (SEP) technology for fuel efficiency, practical features like Bluetooth enabled digital cluster and easy to use CBS (combined braking system) on some models.
Variants: Standard-OBD 2B, Ride
Ex-showroom Price: ₹96,600 onwards
Engine: 124 cc
Mileage: 58.5 km/l
Top Speed: 95 km/h
TVS Jupiter
The TVS Jupiter is a family scooter that has been winning people’s trust for years. Its refined engine and ET-Fi (Ecothrust Fuel Injection) technology deliver excellent performance as well as great mileage.
Variants: Drum, Drum Alloy, SmartXonnect Drum, SmartXonnect Disc
Ex-showroom Price: ₹78,800 onwards
Engine: 113.3 cc
Mileage: 53.84 km/l
Top Speed: 82 km/h
Hero Xoom 125
The Hero Xoom 125 launched at the India Mobility Expo 2025, marks Hero MotoCorp’s explosive entry into the premium 125cc scooter segment. Its athletic and sharp lines, which is inspired by the agile “Falcon”, including an aggressive front apron, LED projector headlamps and falcon-inspired position lights. Also this is the segment first features such as 14-inch wheel and sequential LED indicators make it a standout on Indian roads.
Variants: VX OBD2B, ZX OBD2B
Ex-showroom Price: ₹87,300 onwards
Engine: 124.6 cc
Mileage: 52.8 km/l
Top Speed: 95km/h
Suzuki Avenis 125
Suzuki Avenis 125 comes with a sporty design and some special features like Bluetooth connectivity for call, SMS, WhatsApp alerts, mobile battery level, speed exceeding alert and more, which are shown in an LCD digital cluster.
Variants: Standard, Race Edition
Price: ₹93,800 onwards
Engine: 124.3 cc
Mileage: 49.6 km/l
Top Speed: 90 km/h
Yamaha Ray ZR 125
Yamaha Ray ZR is a hybrid model, which works with the SMG (Smart Motor Generator) to charge the battery and produces up to 6 kW and 10.3 Nm of torque for rapid acceleration. It comes with full digital cluster and feature-loaded like, App connectivity, call, SMS, E-mail alerts, fuel consumption tracker, maintenance recommendation, last parking location, malfunction notification and more.
Variants: Drum, Disc
Ex-showroom Price: ₹80,000 onwards
Engine: 125 cc
Mileage: 49 km/l
Top Speed: 90 km/h
TVS Ntorq 125
The TVS Ntorq has a sporty look with aerodynamic design to cruise in the road. In this scooter the SmartXonnect Bluetooth enabled digital console offers navigation, caller ID and ride statistics. It also features racing inspired suspension and braking systems, such as telescopic front forks and gas-filled rear shock absorbers and also offers special editions with voice-assisted features and unique colour options.
Variants: Disc, Race Edition, Super Squad Edition, Race XP, XT
Ex-showroom Price: ₹88,000 onwards
Engine: 124.8 cc
Mileage: 48 km/l
Top Speed: 95 km/h
Honda Activa 125
India’s best selling scooter Activa, has always been known for its reliability and great mileage. Its eSP (Enhanced Smart Power) technology improves fuel efficiency significantly.
Variants: DLX, Smart
Ex-showroom Price: ₹98,900 onwards
Engine: 123.92 cc
Mileage: 47 km/l
Top Speed: 90 km/h
Suzuki Access 125
Suzuki Access 125 is famous for its powerful engine and comfortable ride. It is also second to none in terms of mileage. Its balance of performance and comfort makes it an excellent all-rounder.
Variants: Standard, Special Edition, Ride Connect, Ride Connect TFT
Ex-showroom Price: ₹86,700 onwards
Engine: 124 cc
Mileage: 47 km/l
Top Speed: 90 km/h
Maintain Your Scooter
Just buying the best mileage scooter is not enough. You can increase the mileage even more by running and maintaining it properly.
Drive smoothly: Avoid sudden acceleration or sudden braking. Drive at a constant speed.
Timely servicing: Always get your scooter serviced on time. If the engine oil and air filter are clean, the mileage is good.
Keep the tyre pressure correct: Always keep the air pressure as per the company’s advice. Low air pressure puts pressure on the engine.
Switch off the engine at traffic lights: If you have to stop for more than 30 seconds, switch off the engine. This save a lot of petrol.
EV Revolution
Nowadays, EV scooters have also become a new form of mileage and it is changing the way we think about mobility and energy. With growing concerns about climate change, rising fuel costs and urban pollution, electric scooters are emerging as a cleaner, smarter and more sustainable alternative to petrol scooters. Bajaj Chetak, TVS iQube and Ola S1 are such scooters that can become electric options for best daily commute. But for this you will have to spend than a normal scooter to get the benefits of an EV scooter.
Conclusion
Choosing the best mileage scooter in India is not just about saving money but also about ensuring long-lasting comfort and efficiency. Whether you are a daily office goer, a college student or a frequent city traveler, mileage scooters offer the best balance of performance, comfort and fuel efficiency. With so many options for top brands, riders can now choose a scooter that suits their style and budget. So, if you are planning to buy a new two-wheeler, choosing a high mileage scooter is definitely a smart and future-ready choice.
FAQs
The mileage claimed by the company (ARAI certified) is tested under ideal conditions. In fact, depending on the roads, traffic and our driving style, the actual mileage is usually 10-15% less than the claim. So a scooter claiming 70 km.l can give you 55-60 km/l in the city, which is still great.
Earlier it was believed that 110cc scooters give more mileage. But now with the advent of new technologies like fuel injection (Fi) and hybrid system, 125cc scooters are also giving amazing mileage. The advantage of buying 125cc is that along with mileage, you also get better power and pickup.
Absolutely! If you want to save completely on petrol expenses, electric scooters are great option. Their running cost is up to 90% less than petrol scooters. Yes, their initial cost is a little higher and you will also have to look at the charging facility. But in the long run, they save a lot of money.
If you want a reliable and low maintenance scooter, then Honda Activa 125 and TVS Jupiter are ideal choices for daily commute. They offer a great balance of mileage and comfort.
