Honda has launched the X-ADV in India, and unlike any other maxi-scooter in the market, it brings a unique blend of adventure and practicality. Its price puts it in direct competition with the BMW C 400 GT. Here’s how these two maxi-scooters stack up.
Honda X ADV vs BMW C 400 GT: engine and output
| Engine and output |
|---|
| Honda X-ADV | BMW C 400 GT |
| Engine | 745cc, parallel twin, liquid-cooled | 350cc, single cylinder, liquid-cooled |
| Power | 59hp at 6,000rpm | 34hp at 7,500rpm |
| Torque | 69Nm at 4,750rpm | 35Nm at 5,750rpm |
| Gearbox | 6-speed DCT | 2-step CVT |
| Power-to-weight ratio | 248.9hp/tonne | 155.25hp/tonne |
The Honda gets a much larger, 745cc parallel-twin engine
Right off the bat, the X-ADV has a substantial edge thanks to its larger 745cc twin-cylinder engine, which produces almost double the power and torque compared to the BMW. The Honda’s twin-cylinder setup may also offer a smoother experience overall. Unlike the BMW, which uses a CVT like most traditional scooters, the Honda features a 6-speed DCT gearbox.
Honda X ADV vs BMW C 400 GT: dimensions and weight
| Dimensions and weight |
|---|
| Honda X-ADV | BMW C 400 GT |
| Kerb weight | 237kg | 219kg |
| Seat height | 830mm | 765mm |
| Ground clearance | 165mm | NA |
| Fuel capacity | 13.2 litres | 12.8 litres |
| Wheelbase | 1,590mm | 1,565 |
The X-ADV is 18kg heavier and has a much taller seat height
The larger engine adds to the X-ADV’s kerb weight, making it 18kg heavier than the BMW. While this maxi-scooter does get a slightly larger fuel tank, it doesn’t quite make up for the added bulk. Meanwhile, the C 400 GT offers a more accessible seat height.
Honda X ADV vs BMW C 400 GT: suspension, tyres and brakes
| Suspension, tyres and brakes |
|---|
| Honda X-ADV | BMW C 400 GT |
| Suspension (F/R) | USD fork / monoshock | Telescopic fork / twin shock absorbers |
| Brakes (F/R) | 296mm twin discs / 240mm disc | 265mm twin discs / 265mm rear disc |
| Tyres (F/R) | 120/70-R17 / 160/60-R15 | 120/70-R15 / 150/70-R14 |
The X ADV comes with a larger 17/15-inch (F/R) wheel setup
Both models have a 120-section front tyre, but the Honda runs on larger cross-spoke wheels. The Honda’s suspension components are also more sophisticated, with a USD fork and a preload-adjustable monoshock. In both cases, twin discs handle the braking duties, but the Honda’s rotors are slightly larger.
Honda X ADV vs BMW C 400 GT: price
| Price |
|---|
| Honda X-ADV | BMW C 400 GT |
| Price | Rs 11.90 lakh (ex-showroom, Haryana) | Rs 11.50 lakh (ex-showroom, India) |
The BMW C 400 GT undercuts the X ADV by Rs 40,000
At this price point, both scooters are far from practical; they’re indulgent purchases through and through. At Rs 11.90 lakh, the X-ADV costs Rs 40,000 more. For those extra bucks, Honda offers a larger, more powerful engine and an extra cylinder, but it also brings added weight and a significantly taller seat height. What tips the scales in BMW’s favour ever so slightly is its strong brand recall and aspirational badge value.
