4th August 2024, Kathmandu
An exciting battle is unfolding in Nepal’s scooter market. Some well-established brands are losing market share, while others are gaining ground.
Honda Leads Nepal’s Scooter Market
Interestingly, the younger generation of men is showing increased interest in scooters, previously considered primarily a ‘women’s tool.’
In the four-wheeled car market, electric vehicles have made significant inroads. However, in the two-wheeler segment, conventional petroleum-fueled scooters continue to dominate. Electric scooters have yet to achieve similar levels of popularity.
Out of the 70,528 scooters imported into Nepal in the last financial year (2080–81), Honda captured the largest share, followed by TVS and Yamaha.
Honda’s Seven Variants
Honda has long been a leader in Nepal’s scooter market. Despite some weakening in its market share, Honda remains the top brand, accounting for more than half of the scooters imported last year. Saker Trading Company distributes various Honda models, including Dio, Grazia, Aviator, and Activa.
- Dio 110 BS Six: Rs. 269,900
- Dio 125: Rs. 318,900
- Grazia: Rs. 268,900
- Grazia BS Six: Rs. 302,900
- Aviator 109.19 cc: Rs. 235,900
- Activa 125 cc: Rs. 257,900
- Honda Dio 109.2 cc: Rs. 233,900
TVS on the Rise
TVS has become the second-largest scooter brand in Nepal. The ‘Ntorq’ model is offered in three variants, with Ntorq XP being the most expensive.
- Ntorq XP: Rs. 323,900
- Ntorq Disc: Rs. 271,900
- Ntorq Drum: Rs. 237,900
All TVS scooters sold by Jagdamba Motors Pvt Ltd are 125cc.
Yamaha’s Premium Range
Yamaha, the third-largest brand, offers premium scooters like Fascino, Ray, and Aerox. Prices range from Rs. 220,000 to Rs. 500,000.
- Aerox 155 cc BS-six: Rs. 499,900
- Ray ZR 125 FI hybrid: Rs. 279,900
- Ray ZR 125 FI hybrid ‘Street Rally’: Rs. 314,900
- Ray ZR ‘Street Rally’ non-hybrid: Rs. 299,900
- Fascino BS Six: Rs. 279,900
- Ray ZR ‘Street Rally’ 113: Rs. 220,900
- Ray Z 113: Rs. 219,900
Hero’s New Xoom Models
Hero’s official dealership recently changed to CG Motors, which has introduced the Hero Xoom model.
- Zoom VX 110 cc: Rs. 252,900
- Zoom ZX 110 cc: Rs. 262,900
Vespa and Aprilia’s Slow Progress
Delta Autocorp Pvt Ltd, under Bhimsaria Group, now distributes Vespa and Aprilia scooters.
- Aprilia SR 160 BS Six: Rs. 393,900
- Aprilia SR 150: Rs. 339,900
- Aprilia SR 150 Race: Rs. 363,900
- Aprilia SXR 160 BS Six: Rs. 465,400
- Aprilia Storm 125: Rs. 278,900
- Aprilia SR 125: Rs. 288,900
Vespa prices include:
- Elegant: Rs. 444,446
- SXL Mate 125 cc: Rs. 367,946
- SXL Mate 150 cc: Rs. 424,446
- SXL 125 cc: Rs. 365,946
- SXL 150 cc: Rs. 422,446
- VXL 125 cc: Rs. 351,946
- VXL 150 cc: Rs. 406,946
- LX and Note: Rs. 301,946
Suzuki and Italy’s Sluggish Presence
VG Automobiles Pvt Ltd distributes Suzuki scooters in Nepal.
- Access 125 FI: Rs. 265,900
- Bergman 125: Rs. 297,900
- Avenis 125: Rs. 299,900
Italica, another lesser-known brand, offers:
- Formula 150: Rs. 335,000
Classic Wheel Export and Import Pvt. Ltd. handles Italian scooters.
Conclusion
Brands like Mahindra, Benelli, and Terra Motors did not enter Nepal last financial year, while various new electric scooter brands made their debut. However, the market growth for electric scooters lags behind that of electric cars.
