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Aprilia SXR 160 Price in Nepal

Rs 4.65 lakh
ex-showroom · 1 variant · specs verified July 18, 2026
Variants
1
Fuel
Petrol

About the Aprilia SXR 160

The Aprilia SXR 160 sits at the very premium end of petrol scooters in Nepal, aimed squarely at car buyers who want a stylish, comfortable and safe two-wheeler without feeling like they have compromised on image. With its maxi-scooter body, refined 160cc BS6 engine and pricing that overlaps with small cars, it speaks to buyers who care more about design, technology and brand than bare-minimum commuting.

Editorial overview compiled from official specs and Nepali/Indian auto sources · as of 18 Jul 2026.

Design & styling

For a car owner used to sharper design, the Aprilia SXR 160 feels reassuringly upmarket. It is a proper maxi-scooter with a long, low stance, sculpted bodywork and strong Italian styling cues that stand out in Kathmandu traffic. The top Aprilia SXR 160 variant sold in Nepal gets Aprilia signature graphics with matte black inserts, dark chrome detailing, twin crystal LED headlights with DRLs, LED tail-lamp with integrated indicators, honeycomb-style front grilles and an integrated dark fly-screen. It has a clear "mini-crossover" presence when you park it next to regular scooters. It rides on 12-inch alloy wheels with wide tubeless tyres, and the oversize saddle and flat footboard echo the cabin-like feel of a compact car. This makes it attractive to buyers moving up from small hatchbacks as much as from basic scooters. Colour options internationally include white, red, blue and black, and the Nepal model follows the same palette. So picking an SXR 160 feels closer to speccing a car trim and shade than simply buying a basic commuter.

Engine & performance

Under the bodywork, the Aprilia SXR 160 uses a BS6-compliant, fuel‑injected single‑cylinder 160cc petrol engine shared with the SR 160, tuned for responsive but smooth delivery through a CVT automatic gearbox. Output figures in the Nepal-spec mirror the Indian model, with power of around 11 PS and torque a little over 12 Nm, which is higher than most 125cc rivals and gives strong mid-range pull for city gaps and short highway runs such as Kathmandu–Banepa or Pokhara ring-road use. Real-world reports from Nepali and Indian reviewers point to mileage in the roughly 30–35 km/l band. So its fuel running costs sit closer to a small petrol car than to a bare‑bones 110cc scooter. Performance and refinement are much better, though. ABS-equipped front disc and rear drum brakes, along with the 12-inch wheels, give the SXR 160 stable high-speed manners and confident emergency braking on mixed Nepali road surfaces, from smooth urban stretches to broken rural tarmac.

Features, comfort & practicality

The top Aprilia SXR 160 variant sold in Nepal is well equipped by scooter standards. You get a large fully digital multi-function instrument cluster that shows speed, fuel level, trip meters and other vehicle information in a car-like way at a quick glance. Comfort has been a clear focus: there is a bigger, longer, ergonomic bucket-style seat, a raised handlebar, telescopic front suspension and adjustable rear suspension. The ride stays composed even over Lalitpur’s patchy concrete or Pokhara’s expansion joints. For everyday practicality, the scooter offers spacious underseat storage, a flat footboard, split lockable front gloveboxes and a USB charging port. Owners can carry a laptop bag or groceries while keeping phones charged, which is particularly handy in stop‑go city use. With a fuel tank of around 7 litres and its frugal BS6 engine, it easily covers typical weekly commuting distances without constant refuelling. The combination of LED lighting, wide seat and upright posture makes night-time and longer weekend rides noticeably less tiring than on smaller traditional scooters.

Ownership in Nepal — price positioning, running cost & who it suits

In Nepal, the Aprilia SXR 160 currently sits at the top of Aprilia’s scooter range and is priced at Rs 4,65,400 ex-showroom for both the BS6 base listing and the Aprilia SXR 160 top variant itself. In practice, if you go for an SXR 160, you are getting the fully loaded scooter. This price puts it in the same broad budget band as entry-level hatchbacks and premium 160cc motorbikes. Buyers are usually existing car owners or aspirational urban professionals looking for a second vehicle for solo commutes, school runs and tight city parking rather than a bare-minimum scooter. Fuel and maintenance costs sit higher than small 110cc scooters but are reasonable compared with a car. The BS6, fuel‑injected engine is tuned for reliability and efficiency, authorised dealers are present in major cities like Kathmandu, Lalitpur, Bhaktapur, Pokhara and Chitwan, and real-world mileage around the low‑30s km/l keeps monthly petrol bills predictable. In this price and performance bracket, natural rivals include the Aprilia SR 160, other sporty 150–160cc scooters and compact motorcycles. The SXR 160 attracts those who put comfort, design flair, a premium badge and automatic convenience ahead of hardcore sportiness or the absolute lowest buying price.

Verdict

For the Nepali car buyer who wants a two-wheeler without feeling they have stepped down a segment, the Aprilia SXR 160 delivers a genuinely premium scooter experience. You get Italian styling, a strong 160cc BS6 engine and a long feature list that feels closer to a compact urban crossover than to a basic runabout. Its price of Rs 4,65,400 ex‑showroom makes it a thought-out buy rather than an impulse one. In return, you get technology, safety and refinement that stand out clearly from mainstream scooters on our roads. If your priorities are comfort on broken city streets, a commanding presence in traffic and the simplicity of automatic twist‑and‑go performance, the SXR 160 is one of the most convincing "scooter for car people" options currently available in Nepal.

Variant-wise price list

Every Aprilia SXR 160 trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.

VariantEx-showroom price
BS6रु 4,65,400

Ex-showroom prices researched from official Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd. sources.

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What it actually costs

Pick a variant and a province — ex-showroom, tax, insurance and EMI all update together.

VARIANT

Ex-showroom prices as published by Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd. Road tax follows the selected province's schedule; third-party insurance follows the fixed NIA motor tariff.

ON-ROAD, BAGMATI (KATHMANDU, LALITPUR, BHAKTAPUR…)
Ex-showroom (BS6)रु 4,65,400
First-year road tax (151 – 225 cc)रु 6,800
Third-party insurance (150 – 249 cc)रु 1,931
Estimated on-roadरु 4,74,131
EMI FROM
~रु 8,686/mo
40% down · 36 mo · indicative 7.5% p.a.
COMPREHENSIVE
~रु 9,820/yr
per year, before no-claim discount

Engine/motor size isn't officially disclosed for this variant, so this uses a typical 160 cc figure for the band. Non-Bagmati province rates are single-source/indicative. Third-party cover is compulsory and priced at the fixed NIA tariff — identical at every insurer. Bank lending rates vary (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Or open the tax calculator for the full provincial schedule.

Full specifications

Full spec table across all 1 Nepal variant.

SPEC
BS6
रु 4,65,400
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
same across range
  • Wheelbase 1353 mm
  • Ground clearance not disclosed officially
Dimensions
same across range
  • Length 1965 mm
  • Width 803 mm
  • Seat height 775 mm
  • Kerb weight not disclosed officially for Nepal

Amber rows mark a genuine difference between variants. Grey italic means the figure has not been published for Nepal — we leave the gap visible rather than filling it from another market's spec sheet. Specs researched from official sources and Nepali auto portals.

What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Aprilia SXR 160

Compiled from Reddit, Quora, YouTube comments, Nepali auto groups and forums.

SENTIMENT
mixed
Discussion volume: low
WHAT BUYERS CARE ABOUT
MileageComfortPerformancePriceDesign
WHAT PEOPLE LIKE
Unique and attractive design
Comfortable riding position
Good performance from 160cc engine
COMMON COMPLAINTS
Mileage could be better
Ride quality can be harsh on rough roads
High price point
🇳🇵 NEPAL-SPECIFIC TALK — PRICE, SERVICE, RESALE, ROADS
  • Priced at Rs. 4,65,400 in Nepal
  • Suitable for both city commuting and long-distance touring
  • Features include full LED lighting and a large digital instrument cluster

The overall comfort of the bike is great, and the power is impressive with its 160cc engine. It's a great bike for touring.

It has a unique style, and the body design is fantastic. The mileage is okay but can be improved.

The Aprilia SXR 160's performance, style, and utility have transformed my riding experience.

AI-compiled from publicly available online discussion (YouTube review comments, forums and Q&A sites) · confidence: low · as of 19 Jul 2026. Quotes are paraphrased summaries of common opinions, not verbatim. Sources: bikedekho.com, motar-company.com.np

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Frequently asked questions

As of August 2026, the Aprilia SXR 160 costs Rs 4.65 lakh (ex-showroom) in Nepal across 1 variant.
Delta Autocorp Pvt. Ltd. is the authorized distributor of Aprilia bikes in Nepal.
The Aprilia SXR 160 is priced at Rs. 4,65,400 in Nepal.
The Aprilia SXR 160 is powered by a 160.3cc BS6-compliant, fuel-injected engine.
The scooter features full LED lighting, a large digital instrument cluster with mobile connectivity, and spacious under-seat storage.
Yes, the Aprilia SXR 160 is designed for both city commuting and long-distance touring.
The Aprilia SXR 160 has a top speed of 100 km/h.
With banks financing up to 60% of the price (NRB cap) at an indicative 7.5% p.a. over 36 months, the Aprilia SXR 160 base variant (Rs 4.65 lakh) works out to roughly रु 8,686 per month after a 40% down payment. Actual rates vary by bank (Asar 2083 (June/July 2026)).

Reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh, Editor · prices & specs compiled from official brand and distributor sources, last verified July 18, 2026 · how we verify