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• Petrol scooters that are available at lower prices than the Aether Konark are still a viable option for consumers.
• Honda Activa, TVS Jupiter and Suzuki Access offer different advantages for families.
• A conventional petrol scooter can still be an easy option for consumers who do not have charging facilities.

Although the trend of electric scooters is growing rapidly, many customers still prefer petrol scooters. If you don't need to worry about charging, have easy access to fuel for long journeys and want conventional use, petrol scooters are still viable today. The newly launched Aether Konark S 100 is priced at ₹99,999 (ex-showroom) in Bangalore. Here's a look at what petrol scooter options are available around this price.

Honda Activa

Honda Activa starts at ₹76,083 and the top variant is priced at ₹91,082. 110cc engine, brand trust and 54.4kmpl mileage are its big features. The top variant gets a 4-inch TFT, smartphone connectivity and smart key. Spending almost ₹9,000 more for the Konark gets 100km IDC range, 70kph top speed, 2 ride modes and 31L storage.

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Honda Activa 125

Honda Activa 125 price starts at ₹91,178 and goes up to ₹95,622. The 124cc engine produces 8.3hp of power and 10.5Nm of torque over the 110cc model. But in terms of features, the advantage of going to Konark remains.

TVS Jupiter 110

Starting at ₹74,125, the TVS Jupiter 110 has a 113.3cc engine, 7.9hp of power and 9.8Nm of torque. 33L of underseat storage, front fuel tank, smartphone connectivity and 12-inch wheels make it an attractive choice for families. A mileage of 57kmpl gives a range of around 285km.

TVS Jupiter 125

The TVS Jupiter 125 is priced between ₹81,700 and ₹89,935. It gets a 124.8cc engine, TFT display and a larger capacity engine. Paying about ₹10,000 more for the Konark gets a bigger front wheel.

Suzuki Access 125

Starting at ₹82,185, the top TFT-ABS variant of the Suzuki Access 125 is priced at ₹1.02 lakh. Gets 24.4L of storage and 12/10-inch wheel design. The Konark is cheaper and offers 31L of storage and 2 ride modes. But the standout feature of the Access is the single-channel ABS in the top variant.

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Suzuki Bergman Street

Suzuki Bergman Street price starts at ₹1.03 lakh. It stands out with its maxi-scooter design, keyless system and 25mm longer wheelbase. Although it costs more than the Konark, it can be useful for those looking for a comfortable and different style option.

Overall, Konark can be considered if daily commute is regular and charging facility is available at home. But if you don't want to worry about charging, petrol options like Activa, Jupiter and Access are still going strong.