Dio Specifications

The Honda Dio is powered by a 109.51cc, single-cylinder, air-cooled, PGM-Fi (fuel injection) engine that is OBD-2B compliant for 2025. It produces 7.95 PS at 8,000 rpm and 9.03 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm - modest figures, but entirely appropriate for a lightweight urban scooter. The engine is paired with a CVT automatic transmission, meaning no gear changes and smooth, effortless acceleration from standstill.

Fuel efficiency is one of the Dio's strongest suits. The ARAI-certified figure is 50 kmpl, and real-world owner reports consistently land between 48 and 55 kmpl depending on riding style and traffic conditions. The 5.3-litre fuel tank gives a practical range of around 250-265 km on a full tank - meaning most city commuters will fill up once a week at most.

At 106 kg kerb weight, the Dio is among the lightest in its segment. This low mass pays dividends in daily use - lane splitting, U-turns, and parking in tight spots are genuinely effortless. Seat height stands at 765 mm, which is manageable for most Indian riders, though very short riders may find it a touch high.

The braking setup is a Combi Brake System (CBS) with 130 mm drum brakes front and rear. CBS automatically distributes braking force between both wheels when the rear lever is applied - it's a proven, low-maintenance system, but the lack of a front disc option is a genuine shortcoming compared to rivals at this price.

Suspension is telescopic forks at the front and a Unit Swing setup at the rear. Both are tuned on the stiffer side, which keeps the Dio agile but can translate to a jarring ride on Mumbai or Bengaluru's potholes, especially with a pillion aboard.