Honda ADV160 Latest: ₹1.70 Lakh Price, E85 Flex Fuel and Delivery in 2027. Honda launched the ADV160 in India in August 2026 as its first E85 flex-fuel scooter. The ex-showroom price is ₹1.70 lakh. Bookings opened with a ₹5,000 token. Deliveries that were promised for mid-October 2026 have been pushed to early 2027.
What happened
Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India announced the ADV160 price on 25 August 2026. The scooter is priced at ₹1.70 lakh ex-showroom, Bengaluru. It is positioned as India’s first scooter capable of running on fuel blends up to E85 (85% ethanol). Bookings opened the same day for a ₹5,000 token through Honda’s website and authorised dealerships. The model is available at both RedWing and BigWing outlets.
At launch, Honda said customer deliveries would begin from mid-October 2026. In late September 2026, Honda’s official website was updated with a new line: “Deliveries will commence after the New Year 2027.” Honda has not given a reason for the delay. The scooter is made locally in India and is part of a 10-model portfolio that Honda unveiled for India in July 2026.
The ADV160 was priced on the same day as the Honda Rebel 300, which costs ₹2.22 lakh for the Standard variant and ₹2.62 lakh for the E-Clutch variant. Together they are the first phase of the new portfolio.
Key details at a glance
Launch date: 25 August 2026. Price: ₹1.70 lakh ex-showroom, Bengaluru. Booking amount: ₹5,000. Fuel capability: up to E85 via Honda FlexTech. Engine: 156.93cc liquid-cooled single-cylinder. Storage: 27 litres under the seat. Connectivity: TFT with RoadSync and turn-by-turn navigation. Brakes: dual discs with single-channel ABS. Traction: HSTC.
Original delivery window: mid-October 2026. Current status: deliveries after New Year 2027. Honda has not yet published official power and torque figures for the India model. Its website says detailed configurations and complete specifications will be shared closer to deliveries.
Availability of E85 fuel at retail pumps remains limited in India. The scooter can also run on lower ethanol blends. Colour options and accessory prices will be clearer when Honda shares full details.
What it means for readers in India
Indian buyers looking for a premium adventure-style scooter now have an E85-compatible option. The 27-litre under-seat storage is larger than many rivals in the 150-160cc segment. The price of ₹1.70 lakh places it above models such as the Hero Xoom 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155.
The delivery delay from October 2026 to early 2027 means customers who booked early will wait longer. Honda has not explained the delay, so buyers should rely on the dealer for the latest update.
Example: A buyer who paid the ₹5,000 token in August expecting an October delivery now faces a wait into 2027. Checking the current status with the dealership is necessary because the original timeline has changed.
What is next
The ADV160 and Rebel 300 are the first models from Honda’s 10-model India portfolio to get prices. More models from that portfolio are expected in phases. Honda has not given an exact new delivery date; its website only says deliveries will begin after New Year 2027.
Bookings are still open. Detailed specifications are expected closer to deliveries. Updates on exact handover dates should come from Honda or authorised dealers.
Advice
Confirm the current delivery timeline with your Honda dealer before relying on the original October 2026 date. Honda’s website now says deliveries will start after New Year 2027.
Understand E85 availability in your city. The scooter runs on lower blends as well, but pure E85 stations are still limited.
Compare the ₹1.70 lakh price and features with existing 150-160cc scooters. The 27-litre storage and flex-fuel capability are the main differentiators.
Check the Honda website for official specifications, including power figures, once they are published closer to deliveries.
Booking remains open with a ₹5,000 token. Keep the receipt and follow up on production status rather than assuming the original schedule.
Features that stand out
The 27-litre under-seat storage is one of the biggest in this segment. This addresses a common complaint about limited space on other scooters.
The 5-inch TFT display with RoadSync allows smartphone pairing for calls, messages and turn-by-turn navigation. HSTC provides traction control for slippery or broken roads.
Disc brakes at the front and rear with single-channel ABS are standard. The design takes inspiration from adventure bikes and is meant for rough city roads and weekend rides.
The scooter is sold through both RedWing and premium BigWing dealerships. Its main rivals, the Yamaha Aerox 155 and Hero Xoom 160, are sold through Yamaha Blue Square and Hero Premia outlets.
Delivery timeline change
By late September, Honda’s website said deliveries would start after New Year 2027. That is a wait of roughly three months or more for early buyers.
Honda has not shared a public reason for the delay. The website note also does not mention any price change.
Customers who booked early should contact their dealer for the latest status rather than relying on the original October promise.
What is E85 and why it matters
E85 means fuel with up to 85% ethanol mixed with petrol. Ethanol is made in India from crops such as sugarcane, so more ethanol use can reduce petrol imports. Honda calls its system FlexTech, which lets the engine run on normal petrol, ethanol blends, or E85.
For now, E85 pumps are rare in India. So most owners will use normal petrol or lower ethanol blends at the start. Before buying, ask the dealer which fuel is right for daily use in your city and what the service plan includes.
FAQ
What is the latest model of the Honda ADV 160?
The ADV160 launched in India in August 2026 is the flex-fuel version priced at ₹1.70 lakh. It is Honda’s first E85-compatible scooter in the country.
What is the latest news on the Honda ADV160?
Deliveries originally planned for mid-October 2026 are now set to begin after New Year 2027, as per Honda’s website. The price remains ₹1.70 lakh and bookings are open.
Is the Honda ADV160 new?
Yes. The India-spec ADV160 with E85 flex-fuel capability was launched in August 2026 as part of Honda’s new product portfolio.
What is the latest news on Honda cars?
This article covers the ADV160 scooter. For Honda car updates, check Honda Cars India official channels. The ADV160 is a two-wheeler product from Honda Motorcycle & Scooter India.
This information is based on Honda’s August 2026 price announcement and the delivery update on Honda’s website. Confirm the latest details with an authorised dealer.
