Honda CG 125 vs Inverex Charlie
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Honda CG 125
|
Inverex Charlie
| |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 238,500 | Rs 449,000 | |
| Powertrain | |||
| Type | Petrol | Electric | |
| Engine | |||
| Fuel | Petrol | — | |
| Engine | 124.1 cc | — | |
| Battery & charging | |||
| Electric range | — | 100 km | |
| Electric motor power | — | 1.5 kW | |
| Charging time | — | 2–3 hours (10A) | |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | — | 60V 30Ah LFP | |
| Performance & drive | |||
| Transmission | Manual | Automatic (scooter) | |
| Gears | 4 | — | |
| Starting | Kick | — | |
| Top speed | — | 60 km/h | |
| Size & practicality | |||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1912 x 727 x 1029 mm | 1920 × 720 × 1070 mm | |
| Engine type | 4 Stroke 125cc OHV Air Cooled | Permanent magnet hub motor with field-oriented controller | |
| Bore × stroke | 56.5 x 49.5 mm | — | |
| Compression ratio | 9.0:1 | — | |
| Clutch | Multiplate wet clutch | — | |
| Frame | Diamond type | Steel frame | |
| Front suspension | Telescopic fork, 103 mm travel | Hydraulic | |
| Rear suspension | Swing arm, 70 mm travel | Dual damping shock absorbers | |
| Fuel tank | 9.2 L | — | |
| Fuel reserve | 2 L | — | |
| Dry weight | 108 kg | — | |
| Seat height | 765 mm | 680 mm | |
| Ground clearance | 133 mm | 250 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 1212 mm | 1260 mm | |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Drum / Drum | Hydraulic disc / Hydraulic disc | |
| Tyre size | 2.50-18 (38P) / 3.00-17 (50P) | Front 2.75-18, rear 110/90-16, tubeless | |
| Warranty | Engine: 3 years or 20,000 km; frame, body and electrics: 6 months or 6,000 km | Battery: 3 years, T&C apply (Lite and Pro); not stated for Swap | |
| Colours | Red, Black, Blue (CG 125 only) | Black, Blue, Red | |
| Safety | |||
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Kick start | Yes | No | |
| Digital speedometer | No | Yes | |
| Pillion grab rail | Yes | No | |
| Saree guard | Yes | No | |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | |
| Lighting | |||
| LED headlight | No | Yes | |
| Engine & performance | |||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | |
| Electric | |||
| Removable battery | No | Yes | |
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | |
| Other | |||
| Running lights | No | Yes | |
| Field-oriented (FOC) motor controller | No | Yes | |
| IP65 battery and motor | No | Yes | |
| Onboard charger | No | Yes | |
| Anti-theft device (optional) | No | Yes | |
| Portable power storage for extended range (optional) | No | Yes | |
| Bluetooth speaker and artificial ignition sound (optional) | No | Yes | |
| NFC smart card keyless access (optional) | No | Yes | |
| Verdict | |||
| Expert rating | 8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Honda CG 125 vs Inverex Charlie: quick answers
Which is cheaper, the Honda CG 125 or the Inverex Charlie?
The Honda CG 125 is cheaper. It starts at Rs 238,500 ex-factory, Rs 121,500 less than the Inverex Charlie, which starts at Rs 360,000.
Which has more safety features, the Honda CG 125 or the Inverex Charlie?
The Honda CG 125 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Inverex Charlie Lite has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Honda CG 125 and Inverex Charlie prices the same across Pakistan?
Yes. Ex-factory prices are set by the manufacturers and are the same in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and every other city. Only registration and token tax differ by province.
