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- Geniuine Blue
- Reflexive Grey
- Exhaust Black
Swatches are indicative.
Honda Bike
Honda Unicorn
The long-distance commuter: 55 kmpl, a twin-shock rear and a seat that forgives an eight-hour day.
On sale ₹1.08 lakh – ₹1.1 lakh Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Price
- ₹1.08 lakh – ₹1.1 lakh
- Delhi NCR ex-showroom
- Mileage
- 55 kmpl
- Engine
- 162 cc
- Power
- 12.7 bhp
- Torque
- 14 Nm
- Top speed
- 110 kmph
- Kerb weight
- 164 kg
- Seat height
- 785 mm
- Ground clearance
- 180 mm
- Seats
- 2
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Gearbox
- Manual
Price
Ex-showroom price
₹1.08 lakh - ₹1.1 lakh
Delhi NCR
Launched February 2024
Range spread ₹1.08 lakh – ₹1.1 lakh
Honda Unicorn variant prices
| Variant | Ex-showroom |
|---|---|
| Unicorn (drum) petrol manual Rear drum · Combined braking · Spoke wheels | ₹1.08 lakh |
| Unicorn (alloy) petrol manual Rear disc · Dual-channel ABS · Tubeless alloys | ₹1.1 lakh |
Prices are ex-showroom, Delhi NCR, unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates — not official or live quotations. Confirm current prices with the manufacturer and a dealer.
Mileage and fuel use
Published mileage
55 km/l
Fuel economy varies with traffic, speed, load, road conditions and maintenance. A published figure is not a promise of real-world consumption.
Performance and powertrain
Engine
162 cc · 1 cylinders
- Maximum power
- 12.7 bhp at 7,500 rpm
- Maximum torque
- 14 Nm at 5,500 rpm
- Top speed
- 110 km/h
Specifications
Engine and performance
| Engine | 162 cc, 1-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Max power | 12.7 bhp @ 7,500 rpm |
| Max torque | 14 Nm @ 5,500 rpm |
| Mileage | 55 kmpl |
| Top speed | 110 kmph |
| Gearbox | Manual |
Chassis and safety
| Kerb weight | 164 kg |
|---|---|
| Seat capacity | 2 persons |
| Suspension | Telescopic front fork, five-step adjustable rear shock absorbers |
| Brakes | Front disc, rear drum or disc by variant, combined braking or dual-channel ABS by trim |
| Tyres | Front 90/90-18, rear 110/90-18 |
| Safety equipment | Dual-channel ABS on the higher variant; combined braking on the base; no official crash-test rating |
Dimensions
| Length | 2055 mm |
|---|---|
| Seat height | 785 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1346 mm |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm |
Figures without a named source document are unverified MotoSutra catalogue estimates, not official specifications. Confirm current numbers with the manufacturer.
What to know about the Unicorn
The Unicorn has survived every competitor that was supposed to replace it because it does one job better than the industry will admit: carrying an average Indian rider and an average Indian pillion an average Indian distance without complaint. The 162cc single is down on paper at 12.7 bhp and the styling has the deliberate plainness of a tool, but the seat is wide and flat, the twin rear shocks accept luggage, and the 180 mm of clearance takes the abuse that sport-commuter plastics were never arranged for.
The arithmetic carries the case. A claimed 55 kmpl from a 13-litre tank, the most comfortable seat at this price in this catalogue’s view, an engine whose service interval is measured in patience and whose bottom end is built around highway sixth gear rather than a track day. At 110 km/h the single is working honestly, but between 70 and 95 km/h — where India actually travels — it is effortless.
The costs are character and specification. The Unicorn will never excite a single rider or photograph well for one, the 164 kg weight blunts its acceleration against every liquid-cooled 165 here, and the base trim’s brakes and console are a generation behind. Buyers choosing it are choosing two decades of evidence over a spec sheet, which on a commuter is a defensible trade.
- 55 kmpl claimed from the 13-litre tank
- The widest, flattest commuter seat listed
- 180 mm of clearance and twin rear shocks for real loads
Features
Consistency
- Air-cooled 162cc single with Programmed Fuel Injection
- Five-speed gearbox with tall highway ratios
- 13-litre fuel tank
- Long-scheduled service intervals with low-cost consumables
Comfort
- Wide split seat with a low 785 mm saddle
- Upright bar position and set-back pegs
- Five-step adjustable rear shock absorbers
- Tubeless tyres on the alloy variant
Safety
- Dual-channel ABS on the higher variant
- Front disc with a combined braking option on the base
- Side-stand indicator with ignition cut-off
- Halogen headlamp with an LED position light
Pros and cons
What we like
- The most comfortable long-distance seat per rupee here
- 55 kmpl claimed with a proven, cheap-to-keep engine
- Ground clearance and load rating built for real use
What we would change
- 12.7 bhp makes highway overtaking a planned event
- 164 kg is heavy for the output
- Styling and base trim specification are behind the class
Editorial rating
How it scores
3.9/5
Overall score across 7 rated dimensions
MotoSutra editorial rating: 3.9 out of 5
Lowest rated
Performance
3.3/5
Power, acceleration & riding dynamics
- Performance Power, acceleration & riding dynamics 3.3/5 Average
- Features Equipment & rider features 3.4/5 Average
- Design Styling, ergonomics & presence 3.4/5 Average
- Safety Build quality, safety equipment & ratings 3.7/5 Good
- Interior Rider ergonomics, seat & practicality 3.4/5 Average
- Efficiency Mileage, range & running costs 4.7/5 Excellent
- Comfort Ride quality & long-distance comfort 4.5/5 Excellent
The long-distance commuter: 55 kmpl, a twin-shock rear and a seat that forgives an eight-hour day.
MotoSutra editorial rating on a 5-point scale. Rated across 7 dimensions; unscored dimensions are omitted.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Honda Unicorn price?
₹1.08 lakh for the drum-brake variant and ₹1.10 lakh for the alloy-disc model with dual-channel ABS, in this unverified Delhi NCR listing.
What mileage does the Unicorn return in real use?
The claim is 55 kmpl; MotoSutraâs estimate sits between 50 and 58 kmpl in normal mixed riding, and 60 kmpl-plus is routine on a steady highway leg.
Is the Unicorn still worth buying against newer 160s?
If the use is distance and pillion work, yes — the seat, suspension and clearance are the best at this price in this catalogue. If the use is city short hops with occasional fun, the liquid-cooled sport-commuters out-spec it.
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