The TVS Jupiter has established itself as the second best selling scooter in the country after the Honda Activa. Now, TVS has given the 110cc scooter a major overhaul, introducing a new platform, fresh looks, new engine and more. So, how does the new Jupiter compare to the segment leader on paper? Let’s have a look.
The new Jupiter 110 is available in four variants.
New TVS Jupiter 110 vs Honda Activa 6G: Dimensions and Weight
| TVS Jupiter 110 | Honda Activa 6G | |
| length | 1848mm | 1833 mm |
| width | 665mm | 697mm |
| height | 1258mm | 1156mm |
| Wheelbase | 1275mm | 1260mm |
| Sheet length | 756mm | 692 mm |
| Weight | 105-106 kg | 105-106 kg |
The new Jupiter 110 is based on the same platform as the larger Jupiter 125, and the dimensions make that clear. The new Jupiter is longer and higher than the Activa 6G, with a wheelbase that is 15 mm longer. The seat is also significantly longer at 756 mm compared to Activa’s 692 mm, providing more space for the rider and passenger. However, the increased size does not seem to have affected the weight of the scooter, as the new Jupiter 110 has a kerb weight that is almost the same as the Activa 6G.
The Activa 6G is smaller than the new Jupiter 110 but the weight of both is almost the same.
New TVS Jupiter 110 vs Honda Activa 6G: Powertrain and Brakes
| TVS Jupiter 110 | Honda Activa 6G | |
| engine | 113.3 cc, single cylinder, with/without ISG | 109.51 cc, single cylinder |
| force | 7.9 bhp at 6,500 rpm | 7.7 bhp at 8,000 rpm |
| torque | 9.8 Nm (ISG) / 9.2 Nm at 5000 rpm | 8.9Nm at 5,500rpm |
| Gearbox | CVT | CVT |
| Front brake | 220mm disc / 130mm drum | drum |
| Rear brake | 130mm drum | drum |
| Tire size (F/R) | 90/90-12 | 90/90-12 / 90/100-10 |
Talking about the running gear, the new Jupiter 110 comes with a bigger 113cc engine. Some models come with an Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) which provides additional torque during acceleration. The lower-spec model without the ISG develops a maximum power of 7.9 bhp and 9.2 Nm, while the ISG-equipped model delivers a slightly higher 9.8 Nm of torque.
The Jupiter has a bigger engine, giving it more power, and it’s the only scooter sold here that has a front disc brake.
In comparison, the Activa comes with a 109.5cc engine that produces 7.7bhp and 8.9Nm of peak torque, and the Activa has more power higher up the rev range compared to the Jupiter, which makes the Jupiter slightly quicker on paper.
However, in the braking department, the Jupiter has an edge as it offers disc brakes on the front wheels on the higher-end models while the Activa 6G comes with drum brakes across the board. The Activa also features a staggered wheel layout with a smaller wheel with wider rubber at the rear. Both the scooters get alloy wheels on the higher-end models.
All Activa 6G models get drum brakes.
New TVS Jupiter 110 vs Honda Activa 6G: Features
In terms of features, both the scooters have more or less similar features but each has its own distinguishing features. In the case of the Activa, the distinguishing feature is the brand’s H-Smart technology or in simple terms, a remote key based feature that comes with the top-end model. The system allows you to remotely lock the scooter, flash the hazard lights (find the scooter) and open the fuel filler cap with a remote. It also offers keyless go functionality as there is no need to take the key out of the rider’s pocket to start the scooter. The top-end Activa model also comes with LED headlights and engine idle start stop technology.
The H-Smart remote key based feature is a distinctive feature of the Activa 6G.
With the new Jupiter, the top model comes equipped with some eye-catching features like an LED light bar on the front apron, digital instrument cluster, fuel filler cap inside the front apron, LCD instrument cluster and TVS’ SmartXonnect smartphone connectivity. Most importantly, the top-spec Jupiter is the only model in its segment to offer mild-hybrid technology with integrated starter generator.
New TVS Jupiter 110 vs Honda Activa 6G: Prices
| TVS Jupiter 110 | Honda Activa 6G | |
| Price (Delhi, showroom price) | 73,700 rupees – 87,250 rupees | 76,684 rupees – 82,684 rupees |
The starting price of the new Jupiter 110 is lower than the Activa, but the top-end model is significantly more expensive.
Price-wise, the base model TVS Jupiter 110 is around Rs 3,000 cheaper than the Activa 6G, while the fully loaded model is around Rs 5,000 more expensive. However, it is worth noting that the Jupiter 110 offers additional tech over its Honda rival, including app-based connectivity, front disc brakes, LED DRLs and mild-hybrid tech.
