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Benelli Panarea 125 Price in Nepal

Rs 3 lakh
ex-showroom · 1 variant · specs verified July 18, 2026
Engine
124 cc
Power
8.5 bhp
Ground clearance
135 mm
Transmission
CVT

About the Benelli Panarea 125

Benelli’s Panarea 125 EFI is a neo-retro scooter positioned as a stylish alternative in the 125cc segment, aimed at car buyers who want an easy, premium-feeling commuter for Kathmandu and other urban centres. With its Italian brand cachet, distinctive design and modern features, it targets buyers who value image and comfort as much as basic practicality, now at a more accessible price point after recent reductions in Nepal.

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

Design & styling

The Panarea 125 EFI leans heavily on a neo-retro theme, mixing classic rounded lines and chrome touches with sharper modern lighting and bodywork. Its compact proportions, 12-inch wheels and low, leather-finished seat give it a squat, European-scooter stance that looks more upmarket than most mainstream 125cc rivals on Nepali roads. Full LED lighting and a cleanly styled front apron help it stand out in city traffic. Bright colour options like blue and yellow suit younger urban buyers who treat their scooter as a lifestyle accessory as much as transport. For car owners used to design-conscious cabins, the Panarea’s visual flair and tight build feel like a natural extension of that aesthetic onto two wheels.

Engine & performance

Under the bodywork sits a 124–125cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, 4-stroke, 2-valve FI engine paired with a CVT automatic gearbox, tuned for easy city use rather than outright speed. Outputs sit in the typical 125cc scooter band, with power around the mid-single-digit kilowatt mark and torque just over 9 Nm, enough to get off the line smartly and keep up with urban flows on the Ring Road without feeling stressed. Reviewers and local tests point to smooth power delivery, a claimed city mileage around the mid-teens in km per litre per hundred rupees of fuel (roughly up to about 50 km/l) and a top speed near 90 km/h. That is more than sufficient for Nepali city and short-highway use. For car owners, the combination of twist-and-go CVT, light weight and modest performance makes the Panarea feel friendly and unintimidating, yet quicker to thread through traffic and park than any small hatchback.

Features, comfort & practicality

The EFI top variant sold in Nepal comes with a full LED light package, front disc brake with dual-piston calipers, hazard lights, kill switch and 12-inch wheels, giving it a more premium and secure feel than basic commuter scooters. Its telescopic front fork and oil-damped rear coil spring are tuned for comfort over potholes and broken city tarmac, so short office runs or school drop-offs are less tiring on typical Nepali roads. The low, leather-finished seat and step-through layout help both men and women ride in everyday clothing. Under-seat storage and a flat floor add practicality for groceries, office bags or small cargo. The fuel tank, of around 4.6 litres, combined with the frugal FI engine, means fewer fuel stops. That is handy in cities where petrol stations can be crowded at peak times.

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

After Benelli’s price revision, the Panarea 125 in Nepal is listed at Rs 2,99,900 for the standard Panarea 125 and Rs 2,99,900 for the EFI variant in your catalog, putting both effectively at the same ex-showroom price point. This places it above bare-bones 125cc scooters from mass brands but close to other style-led or premium-feel offerings, appealing to buyers who are already comfortable spending similar sums on well-equipped hatchbacks and want their two-wheeler to match that sense of quality. Running costs stay relatively manageable thanks to the fuel-efficient FI engine and modest maintenance needs typical of simple air-cooled single-cylinder scooters, though parts and service may be slightly pricier than purely budget-focused local competitors. The Panarea suits urban professionals, small business owners and family car users who need a second vehicle for city errands, school runs or office commutes, prefer a recognizable international brand, and value design and refinement over rock-bottom buy price.

Verdict

For Nepali car buyers considering a scooter as a practical second vehicle, the Benelli Panarea 125 EFI offers a mix of style, brand image and usable performance without straying into intimidating big-bike territory. It is not the cheapest 125cc option; it makes its case through neo-retro looks, modern equipment and a comfortable ride that feels more "European" than utilitarian. In a market crowded with familiar Japanese and Indian commuter scooters, the Panarea comes across as a more characterful alternative, best suited to buyers who are willing to pay a bit of a premium for design and features but still want sensible fuel economy and easy city manners. If you already own a car and want a stylish, easy-to-park companion for everyday urban duties in Nepal, the Panarea 125 fits that brief well.

Variant-wise price list

Every Benelli Panarea 125 trim on sale in Nepal, at ex-showroom prices.

VariantEx-showroom price
EFIरु 2,99,900

Ex-showroom prices researched from official KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal) 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 KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal). 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 (EFI)रु 2,99,900
First-year road tax (Up to 125 cc)रु 3,300
Third-party insurance (Below 150 cc)रु 1,705
Estimated on-roadरु 3,04,905
EMI FROM
~रु 5,597/mo
40% down · 36 mo · indicative 7.5% p.a.
COMPREHENSIVE
~रु 7,014/yr
per year, before no-claim discount

Based on a 124 cc engine/motor. 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
EFI
रु 2,99,900
Engine, Power & Transmission
same across range
  • 124cc single-cylinder, 4-stroke, 2-valve, air-cooled FI engine
  • Max power 8.5 PS @ 7500 rpm
  • Max torque 9.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
  • Euro 4 certified engine
  • CVT automatic transmission
  • Electric and kick starter system
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
same across range
  • Wheelbase 1270 mm
  • Ground clearance 135 mm
Dimensions
same across range
  • Scooter kerb weight 104 kg
  • Length 1820 mm
  • Width 685 mm
  • Height 1125 mm
Cargo
same across range
  • Underseat storage suited for daily essentials; no official volume (Not disclosed officially (As of: 18/07/2026))
  • Flat floorboard adds usable cargo space
Comfort & Interior
same across range
  • Leather-finished comfortable seat
  • Telescopic front fork suspension
  • Rear single shock coil spring, oil-damped
  • Ergonomics tuned for city commuting
Infotainment & Convenience
same across range
  • Full LED lighting set
  • Engine kill switch provided
  • Hazard light switch included
  • Analog-digital instrument cluster; basic readouts
Safety
same across range
  • Front disc brake with 190 mm rotor
  • Front disc uses dual-piston calipers
  • Rear 130 mm drum brake
  • 12-inch wheels front and rear
  • Tyres: 100/90-12 front, 110/90-12 rear
  • No ABS mentioned officially (Not disclosed officially (As of: 18/07/2026))
Design & Exterior
same across range
  • Neo-retro design with classic styling cues
  • Complete LED headlamp, tail-lamp and indicators
  • Available colors: white, black, blue, yellow
  • Plastic body panels; city-focused build
Sales & Imports
same across range
  • Introduced in Nepal as Panarea 125 EFI scooter
  • Only Benelli scooter currently offered in Nepal
  • Initial price Rs 334,900 at launch
  • Revised price Rs 2,99,900 on-road
  • Marketed by KTM International as neo-retro premium scooter
Value for Money Verdict
same across range
  • Price cut improved value versus other 125cc scooters
  • Premium features at competitive sub-3 lakh pricing
  • Fuel economy acceptable for city, not class-leading
  • Brand image weaker than Japanese rivals affects resale

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.

Buying the EFI

WHY THIS ONE
Distinctive neo-retro styling stands out in segment
Full LED lights, hazard switch, kill switch as premium touches
Comfortable leather-finished seat for city rides
Smooth CVT and refined engine for urban use
Competitive revised price Rs 2.99 lakh
WHAT YOU GIVE UP
No ABS; braking tech behind some rivals (Not disclosed officially (As of: 18/07/2026))
Service and parts network narrower than Honda/TVS
Fuel tank only 4.6L limits long-range touring
Brand reliability perception lower than Japanese scooters

What Nepali buyers & owners are saying — Benelli Panarea 125

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

SENTIMENT
mixed
Discussion volume: low
WHAT BUYERS CARE ABOUT
MileageGround clearance for Nepal roadsService costResale valueBoot space
WHAT PEOPLE LIKE
Attractive retro design
Comfortable ride quality
Adequate performance for urban commuting
COMMON COMPLAINTS
High price point compared to competitors
Concerns about build quality
Limited brand presence affecting resale value
🇳🇵 NEPAL-SPECIFIC TALK — PRICE, SERVICE, RESALE, ROADS
  • Price reduced to Rs. 2.99 Lakhs as of July 2023
  • Ground clearance of 125 mm may be challenging on rough Nepali roads
  • Limited service centers may affect maintenance convenience

The Panarea 125 is stylish and comfortable, but its high price and limited service centers are concerning.

While the design is appealing, the build quality doesn't justify the premium price.

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

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Where to buy it

Every outlet below is an authorised Benelli dealer. We show what we can verify — an outlet with no published number is listed separately rather than shown as a dead card.

OFFICIAL DISTRIBUTOR
KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal)
Authorised Benelli distributor for Nepal
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OUTLETS
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CITIES
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Benelli Showroom
KATHMANDU · SALES
Sales
Benelli Showroom, Teku, Kathmandu
Benelli Showroom — Opposite German Homes Hospitality
BHAKTAPUR · SALES
Sales
Opposite German Homes Hospitality, near Nagarik Hospital, Madhyapur Thimi 44811
Benelli Showroom — Ganesh Path
BUTWAL · SALES
Sales
Ganesh Path, Butwal
Benelli Showroom — Narayanchaur
KATHMANDU · SALES
Sales
Narayanchaur, Naxal, Kathmandu 44600
ALSO LISTED IN NEPAL — CONTACT NOT PUBLISHED (2)
Benelli Showroom — Rajshree Hall Chowk · Rajshree Hall Chowk, Malangwa, SarlahiSales
Benelli Showroom — Nayabazaar · Nayabazaar, PokharaSales

No number published by the distributor. Call the nearest outlet above and ask them to route you.

All 4 contactable outlets in Nepal. Contacts verified 26 Jul 2026.

Frequently asked questions

As of August 2026, the Benelli Panarea 125 costs Rs 3 lakh (ex-showroom) in Nepal across 1 variant.
KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal) is the authorized distributor of Benelli bikes in Nepal.
Benelli has authorized showrooms in Bhaktapur, Butwal, Kathmandu, Malangwa, Pokhara. Showroom addresses and phone numbers are listed on this page.
The company claims a mileage of 50 kmpl; actual mileage may vary based on riding conditions.
With a ground clearance of 125 mm, it may face challenges on rough terrains common in Nepal.
As of July 2023, the price is Rs. 2.99 Lakhs.
Benelli has a limited number of service centers, which may affect maintenance convenience.
Due to limited brand presence, the resale value may be lower compared to more established brands.
Compulsory third-party insurance for the Benelli Panarea 125 costs रु 1,705 per year (Below 150 cc — fixed NIA tariff, identical at every insurer, VAT included). A comprehensive policy on the base variant (declared value Rs 3 lakh) is roughly रु 7,014 per year before no-claim discounts.
With banks financing up to 60% of the price (NRB cap) at an indicative 7.5% p.a. over 36 months, the Benelli Panarea 125 base variant (Rs 3 lakh) works out to roughly रु 5,597 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