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Dare 125 vs Gusto 125 VX

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Hero Dare 125
Ex-showroom

Price not available

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Mahindra Gusto 125 VX
Ex-showroom

₹55,770

45-55 kmpl (approx.)
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Starting Price

Different

Hero Dare 125

Price not available

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

₹55,770

Power

Different

Hero Dare 125

9.4 BHP @ 7500 rpm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

8.5 BHP @ 7000 rpm

Torque

Different

Hero Dare 125

9.8 NM @ 6500 rpm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

10 NM @ 5500 rpm

Mileage / Range

Hero Dare 125

-

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

45-55 kmpl (approx.)

Length

Hero Dare 125

1820 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

1825 mm

Width

Hero Dare 125

975 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

711 mm

Ground Clearance

Hero Dare 125

155 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

165 mm

Images

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Hero Dare 125

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Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

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Detailed Specifications

Compare 54 technical specs across 5 categories with 24 highlighted differences.

Total specs

54

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Other Features

15 differences in this category

Other Features
38 visible specs
15 differences

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Colour Options

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Red and Black

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Orange Rush, Bolt White, Monarch Black, Regal Red

Tubeless Tyres

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Yes

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Number of Cylinders

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

1

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

1

Emission Norms

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

BS6-Compliant

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Wheel Type

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Alloys

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Step-up Seat/Split Seat

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Yes

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Battery Type

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

MF Battery

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

MF

Rear Suspension

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Single Hydraulic Shock Absorber

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Coil type, Hydraulic

Cooling

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Forced Air Cooled

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Air Cooling

Ground Clearance

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

155 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

165 mm

Pass Light

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Yes

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Latest Price in India

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Hero Dare 125 is expected to be priced around Rs 55,000 in India (ex-showroom).

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX price was Rs 55,770 before being discontinued.

Speedometer

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Digital

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Analog

Front Suspension

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers Dia 30, Stroke 70mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Telescopic with Air Spring

2-Wheeler Type

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Scooter

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Scooter

Number of Gears

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Automatic

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Automatic

Alloy Wheels

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Yes

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Kerb Weight

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

114 kg

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

123 kg

Pillion Footrest

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Yes

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Availability Status in India

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Upcoming

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Discontinued

Trip Meter

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Digital

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Rear Wheel

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

100/90 – 10

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

12-inch

Capacity

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

5 Ah

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

6 Ah, VRLA

Scooter Variant

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Hero Dare 125

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Electric Start

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Yes

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Front Wheel

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

90/90 – 12

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

12-inch

Voltage

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

12 V

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Vehicle Overview

Other Features

Different

Hero Dare 125

Hero Dare 125 is an aggressively styled scooter which is expected to be launched in India in 2022 in the 125cc segment. Hero Dare 125 is powered by a single cylinder 124.6 cc engine that generates a power of 9.4 hp @ 7500 rpm and a torque of 9.8 Nm @ 6500 rpm. It is expected to be priced at INR 55,000. It will fall in the same segment as Honda Activa 125 and Suzuki Access 125.

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Mahindra Gusto 125 is one of the most feature loaded scooter available in the 125 cc segment, It is even the most affordable one with a price tag of INR 54,920 for the top spec model. Gusto 125 is powered by a 124.6 cc, single cylinder engine producing 8.5 BHP at 7000 rpm and 10 Nm at 5500 rpm. The scooter comes mated to an automatic gearbox and claims a top speed of 85 kmph. It uses a 6 liter fuel tank and weigh quite high at 123 kg. It comes with an option of seat height adjustment (735-770 mm) in the top spec variant. Mahindra Gusto 125 rivals Honda Activa 125 and Suzuki Access 125 in its segment.

Official Tagline

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Kisi Se Kum Nahi

Head Light

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Halogen with LED Pilot Lamps

Frame (Chassis)

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Underbone Steel Type, Tubular

Pillion Grabrail

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Wheelbase

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

1275 mm

Clock

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Odometer

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Analog

Rear Tyre

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

90/90-12

LED Lamps

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Front Tyre

Other Features

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

90/90-12
Fuel & Efficiency
5 visible specs
1 differences

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Fuel Tank Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Hero Dare 125

6 litres

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

6 litres

Reserve Fuel Capacity

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Hero Dare 125

1.8 litres

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Not listed

Fuel Type

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Hero Dare 125

Petrol

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Petrol

Fuel Gauge

Fuel & Efficiency

Different

Hero Dare 125

Digital

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Analog

Mileage

Fuel & Efficiency

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

45-55 kmpl (approx.)
Engine & Performance
4 visible specs
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Engine Details

Engine & Performance

Different

Hero Dare 125

Forced Air Cooled, 4-Stroke Cylinder OHC Engine

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

124. 57 cc, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled M-TEC Engine

Maximum Torque

Engine & Performance

Different

Hero Dare 125

9.8 NM @ 6500 rpm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

10 NM @ 5500 rpm

Engine cc (Displacement)

Engine & Performance

Same

Hero Dare 125

124.6 cc

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

124.6 cc

Maximum Power

Engine & Performance

Different

Hero Dare 125

9.4 BHP @ 7500 rpm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

8.5 BHP @ 7000 rpm
Dimensions
5 visible specs
3 differences

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Overall Height

Dimensions

Different

Hero Dare 125

1180 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

1188 mm

Overall Width

Dimensions

Different

Hero Dare 125

975 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

711 mm

Overall Length

Dimensions

Different

Hero Dare 125

1820 mm

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

1825 mm

Seat height Adjustment

Dimensions

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

Yes

Seat Height

Dimensions

Same

Hero Dare 125

Not listed

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

770/735 mm
Safety
2 visible specs
2 differences

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Rear Brake

Safety

Different

Hero Dare 125

Internal Expanding Shoe Type (130 mm) Drum Brake

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

130mm Mechanical Drum

Front Brake

Safety

Different

Hero Dare 125

Hydraulic Disk Brake 200 mm Dia, 2-pistons caliper

Mahindra Gusto 125 VX

130mm Mechanical Drum

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dare 125 vs Gusto 125 VX

Which is better among Hero Dare 125 and Mahindra Gusto 125 VX?

The better choice depends on what you value most. Use the quick comparison, key differences, and full specifications on this page to compare Hero Dare 125 and Mahindra Gusto 125 VX by price, body style, fuel type, transmission, dimensions, performance, and available features.

How do Hero Dare 125 and Mahindra Gusto 125 VX prices compare?

Based on the available data, Hero Dare 125 is listed with Price not available, while Mahindra Gusto 125 VX is listed with ₹55,770. Check the vehicle pages for city-specific and latest price details.

Where can I find detailed specifications for Hero Dare 125 and Mahindra Gusto 125 VX?

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