Best Scooters Under ₹1 Lakh : Hence reliability becomes a crucial aspect when it comes to two-wheelers, especially scooters. India is one of the largest markets for scooters and being Indians, we demand a lot more from our scooters than what an average commuter needs elsewhere. Japanese, have undoubtedly been ruling the roost in this space with their products.

Although a number of e-scooters are also on the way, there is still a big market for ICE scooters and below the Rs 1 lakh budget threshold. However, here are the 5 most reliable scooters you can buy for under Rs 1 lakh.

Honda Activa

The Honda Activa is the goat of the scooter market Still, the highest selling scooter in India and given that it has looked the same for almost a decade, no update for it. Powering it is a 109.51cc single cylinder air cooled engine that puts out 7.73 bhp and 8.9 Nm of torque. The Activa starts from Rs 80,950 (ex-showroom).

Suzuki Access 125

Suzuki Access 125 is one of the most reliable, practical and long life scooters. Powering it is a comparatively sprightly 124cc single cylinder air cooled engine that delivers 8.84 bhp and 10 Nm of torque. The interior is also feature packed and has some old-school looking colours as well. It is priced from Rs 81,700 (ex-showroom).

Yamaha Fascino

The Yamaha Fascino is a funky looking retro style scooter. It gets a 125cc single cylinder engine that makes 8.04 bhp and 10.3 Nm of torque. It may not be the best-looking car around but it is pretty reliable. It’s priced at Rs 79,950 (ex-showroom).

Suzuki Avenis

The Suzuki Avenis competes against the Honda Dio and TVS NTorq, and is the sportiest in the bunch. It is powered by single cylinder 124cc air cooled motor that makes 8.58 bhp and 10 Nm of torque. It also provides everything you need in a rather sporty ride while being very reliable. Prices start from Rs 92,000 (ex-showroom).

Honda Dio

The Honda Dio has been an option for attendees who sought a performance-based scooter experience. Technical features are unchanged from the Activa and lend it unquestioned reliability. It gets the same single cylinder air cooled 109.51cc engine that makes 7.75 bhp and 9.03 Nm of torque. It’s also a little lighter than the Activa which makes it quite punchy. The Dio is priced at Rs 74,930