Honda launched its updated PCX 160 lineup featuring liquid-cooled 156.9 cc engines and expanded variant choices across Indonesian markets, according to Bengkulu Ekspress. The premium scooter market now sees the model competing directly with Yamaha’s latest offerings while retaining its core 16 PS output.
Pricing for the scooter starts at Rp 35.254.000 for the CBS variant in Jakarta and Tangerang, as reported by KabarOto. Higher specifications push the price tag up, with the ABS variant reaching Rp 40.612.000 and the technology-focused RoadSync trim topping out at Rp 43.609.000.
Engine performance and scooter dimensions deliver daily utility
The scooter relies on a 4-stroke, 4-valve eSP+ engine with PGM-FI fuel injection and liquid cooling, delivering 16 PS at 8,500 rpm. Peak torque hits 14.7 Nm at 6,500 rpm, paired with an automatic V-Matic transmission designed for daily commuting.
Braking systems vary by trim, utilizing either a Combi Brake System or an Anti-lock Braking System alongside Honda Selectable Torque Control on select models.
Storage capacity reaches 30 liters beneath the seat, complemented by an 8.1-liter fuel tank. Tubeless tires measure 110/70-14 at the front and 130/70-13 at the rear. Dimension measurements show a length of 1,936 mm, width of 742 mm, height of 1,123 mm, and a wheelbase of 1,313 mm, alongside a 135 mm ground clearance, a 764 mm seat height, and a weight of 132 kg for the CBS and ABS versions while the RoadSync model weighs 133 kg.
LED lighting and TFT clusters enhance technology
From the feature perspective, the premium scooter incorporates LED lighting, a USB Type-C charging port, and a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster to present various riding data alongside a digital dashboard displaying speed, fuel level, clock, and trip information, while all variants include the Honda Smart Key System featuring an Answer Back System and Anti-Theft Alarm.
PCX 160 pricing compares to the Yamaha NMAX Turbo
In the 150 cc to 160 cc segment, the Honda PCX 160 ABS faces strong rivalry from the Yamaha NMAX Turbo in Jakarta. Suara.com said that the PCX 160 ABS retails for Rp 38.601.000, sitting below the RoadSync edition and above the base CBS model.
This pricing places the Honda variant slightly below its main competitor, which lists at Rp 39.465.000 OTR Jakarta. Buyers weigh the Honda’s larger 30-liter storage against the rival’s electronic transmission technology.
What are the PCX 160 differences and specifications?
What are the primary differences between the PCX 160 variants?
The entry-level CBS model uses a Combi Brake System, while mid and high-tier versions add ABS, traction control, and smartphone connectivity via the RoadSync system paired with a 5-inch TFT instrument cluster.
What is the fuel tank capacity of the Honda PCX 160?
The scooter features an 8.1-liter fuel tank designed to support both urban commuting and longer distance travel.
How much does the base model cost in Jakarta?
KabarOto reported that the Honda PCX 160 CBS starts at Rp 35,254,000 for Jakarta and Tangerang buyers.
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