HPCL Presents Times Drive Auto Summit & Awards 2026: Scooter of the Year Nominations

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The theme for this year’s edition is ‘India’s Mobility Mission 2030: Clean Tech, Smart Manufacturing, Global Vision.’ Alongside the summit discussions, the awards will recognise contributions across multiple segments of the automotive industry. For the Scooter of the Year category, four models have been shortlisted, representing a mix of performance-oriented and feature-rich internal combustion scooters across different engine capacities. Here is an overview of the nominees:

The Hero Xoom 160 is powered by a 156cc, single-cylinder engine that produces 14bhp and 13.7Nm of torque, making it the most powerful scooter in the company’s portfolio. It comes equipped with features such as a backlit LCD display, Bluetooth connectivity, turn-by-turn navigation, keyless ignition, remote seat opening and split LED headlights. The scooter rides on 14-inch wheels at both ends and is offered in a single variant. It is priced at Rs 1.49 lakh (ex-showroom).

The TVS Ntorq 150 is powered by a 149.7cc air-cooled engine that delivers 13.02bhp and 14.2Nm of torque. It can accelerate from 0 to 60 kmph in 6.3 seconds and has a claimed top speed of 104 kmph, positioning it among the quicker scooters in its segment. The scooter is priced at Rs 1.19 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Aprilia SR175 is powered by a 174.7cc single-cylinder engine producing 13.08bhp and 14.14Nm of torque, offering an increase in output compared to the SR 160. It features a 5.5-inch colour TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity, replacing the earlier LCD unit. Additional features include LED lighting and a USB charging port. The scooter is priced at Rs 1.26 lakh (ex-showroom).

The VLF Mobster 135 is powered by a 125cc liquid-cooled engine producing 11.9bhp and 11.7Nm of torque. It is positioned as one of the smallest-capacity scooters in India to feature liquid cooling. The scooter uses an infinitely variable transmission (IVT) and comes with an 8-litre fuel tank. The VLF Mobster 135 is priced at Rs 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom).