The 125cc-160cc maxi scooter segment in India is growing robustly, shifting from a niche category to a highly sought-after segment. Seeing this growing trend, manufacturers are actively developing their own versions of 125cc-160cc maxi-scooters for the Indian market in a bid to capture a share of this rapidly expanding segment.
Buyers are increasingly opting for maxi scooters for their appealing blend of motorcycle performance, premium features, and unmatched comfort packed into a scooter’s convenience. Here are five upcoming maxi scooters expected to launch soon, set to expand the segment with fresh options for buyers entering or upgrading.
1 Yamaha AEROX-E (Electric)
Expected Price: ₹2,90,000
Expected Launch Date: June 2026
The AEROX-E is Yamaha’s first-ever fully electric maxi scooter. Built on the Aerox 155 platform, targeting riders seeking Urban utility and electric performance. Unveiled in November 2025, it brings sporty styling, dual swappable batteries, and premium tech features.
Key Specifications
| Features | Specifiations |
|---|---|
| Motor | Liquid-cooled Mid-drive PMSM |
| Peak power | 9.4 kW |
| Range | 106 km |
| Weight | 139 kg |
| Battery | Dual 1.5 kWh swappable packs (3 kWh total) |
2 Honda ADV 160
Expected Price: ₹1,55,000
Expected Launch Date: December 2026
Honda Motorcycle and Scooter India has patented the ADV 160 design in India, all but confirming its entry into the 160cc maxi-scooter segment. The Honda ADV 160 features adventure-styled bodywork with rugged road presence, positioning it as a direct rival to the Yamaha Aerox 155. The ADV Maxi scooter is set to hit Indian shores by the end of 2026.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 156.9 cc, Single-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, 4-valve eSP+ |
| Power | 16 PS @ 8,500 rpm |
| Torque | 15 Nm @ 6,500 rpm |
| Weight | 130 kg |
3 Yamaha NMax 155
Expected Price: ₹1,50,000
Expected Launch Date: January 2027
Already quite popular in the Southeast Asian market, the Yamaha NMax 155 is Yamaha’s more comfort-focused maxi scooter, based on the Aerox 155 platform but with upright ergonomics and larger storage. India’s launch has been delayed multiple times but is now anticipated in early 2027.
Key Specifications
| Features | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Engine | 155cc, Liquid-cooled, Single-cylinder with VVA |
| Power | 15 PS @ 8,000 rpm |
| Torque | 14.4 Nm @ 6,000 rpm |
| Weight | 127 kg |
4 Ultraviolette Tesseract (Electric)
Expected Price: ₹1,45,000
Expected Launch Date: January 2027
Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer Ultraviolette Automotive has launched the Tesseract, set to be India’s most advanced mass-produced electric maxi scooter. Deliveries are confirmed for Q1 2027 (January) after technical upgrades to its 100V architecture. The electric maxi scooter features a futuristic design, radar-based ADAS, and a top speed of 125 km/h, making it a serious rival to the upcoming AEROX-E.
Key Specifications
| Features | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Battery options | 3.5 kWh / 5 kWh / 6 kWh |
| Range | 162 km / 220 km / 261 km |
| Power | 14.9 kW |
5 TVS Maxi Scooter 160
Expected Price: ₹1,40,000
Expected Launch Date: December 2027
TVS Motor Company is developing India’s first liquid-cooled scooter, a 160cc maxi-styled model aimed at the premium segment. When launched TVS is set to take the fight to the already established challenger – Yamaha Aerox 155 and Hero Xoom 160.
The TVS 160cc maxi scooter is expected to feature an all-new 160cc liquid-cooled engine — marking the first time TVS will introduce a liquid-cooled powertrain in any of its scooters.
Key Specifications (Expected)
| Features | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine | 160 cc, Liquid-cooled, Single-cylinder (Expected) |
| Power | 15 PS (Expected) |
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