Overview
Performance & Engine
The TVS Jupiter uses a 113.3cc air-cooled, fuel-injected, single-cylinder, four-stroke engine with two valves. It produces up to 5.9 kW at 6,500 rpm, which equals about 7.91 bhp or 8.02 PS. The engine makes 9.2 Nm of torque at 5,000 rpm without any assistance. All five variants share these engine specifications.
| Engine specification |
TVS Jupiter |
| Displacement |
113.3cc |
| Engine configuration |
Single-cylinder, four-stroke |
| Cooling system |
Air-cooled |
| Fuel supply |
Fuel injection |
| Valves |
Two |
| Maximum power |
5.9 kW at 6,500 rpm |
| Maximum torque without assist |
9.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Maximum torque with iGO Assist |
9.8 Nm on applicable variants |
This section covers the engine setup, power, and torque numbers.
The Drum and Drum Alloy versions reach a maximum torque of 9.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm and do not include iGO Assist in their performance features. The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect, and Dual Tone versions have the assist system and show a maximum assisted torque of 9.8 Nm.
| Variant |
Torque without assist |
Torque with iGO Assist |
| Drum |
9.2 Nm at 5,000 |
Not listed |
| Drum Alloy |
9.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
Not listed |
| Drum SmartXonnect |
9.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
9.8 Nm at 4,500 rpm |
| Disc SmartXonnect |
9.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
9.8 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
| Dual Tone |
9.2 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
9.8 Nm at 5,000 rpm |
The engine speed for assisted torque is 4,500 rpm on the Drum SmartXonnect, while it is 5,000 rpm for the Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone. However, the assisted torque remains 9.8 Nm for all these variants.
The iGO Assist system uses an integrated starter generator and battery to give extra acceleration when active, adding 0.6 Nm to the engine’s regular torque. This feature helps with acceleration but does not offer an electric-only mode. Variants with this system also have integrated start-stop, which turns off the engine during short stops to save fuel.
The Jupiter’s engine is known for being smooth in its segment, with very little vibration even at full throttle. The extra torque from iGO Assist is a short-term boost, making the scooter feel smooth and responsive for daily commuting rather than focused on high performance. Acceleration is good for its class, but it can vary between different variants and individual scooters.
All five TVS Jupiter variants have a CVT automatic transmission. CVT means continuously variable transmission, which changes the gear ratio automatically so the rider does not need to shift gears or use a clutch.
The transmission uses a belt drive and a dry centrifugal clutch, allowing for twist-and-go operation. The clutch engages as the engine speed increases automatically. All five variants use this same transmission setup.
The TVS Jupiter’s official top speed is 82 km/h. This is the published figure used for specifications.
Mileage And Fuel Efficiency
The TVS Jupiter’s ARAI-certified mileage is 53.84 km/l. The manufacturer also claims a 10% improvement in mileage, but does not always state the exact ARAI figure in km/l.
A separate road test also measured 53.84 km/l for fuel efficiency. However, road-test results and ARAI certification are different types of evidence, even if the numbers match. Another figure, 61.2 km/l, is listed as “overall mileage” but is not confirmed as ARAI-certified. These numbers should not be mixed up.
The Jupiter’s better mileage comes from its improved engine and, on some variants, the iGO Assist and start-stop systems. The 10% improvement is not a promise that every owner will get the same km/l, since fuel economy depends on riding style, terrain, and load.
Owners report an average mileage of 49 km/l for the current 113.3cc TVS Jupiter. This is an average from users, not a controlled test or a guaranteed result for every scooter.
Individual owner reports vary: one owner gets about 46 km/l, another gets 50 km/l, and a review for the 113cc Jupiter mentions around 30–32 km/l. These are personal experiences and do not set a standard city mileage range.
Features And Technology
The TVS Jupiter offers a range of features for everyday riding in India, including LED lighting, underseat storage, external fuel filling and USB charging. Its five variants—Drum, Drum Alloy, Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone—differ in equipment, with connected functions, additional safety alerts and styling enhancements available on selected variants.
- LED Headlamp and Infinity Tail Light Bar: The TVS Jupiter comes with an LED headlamp and an LED tail lamp across the Drum, Drum Alloy, Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone variants. The rear lighting incorporates TVS’s signature Infinity Tail Light Bar. The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone additionally feature the front Infinity Light Bar.
- Analogue and Digital Instrument Consoles: The Drum and Drum Alloy variants use an analogue instrument cluster. The Drum SmartXonnect and Disc SmartXonnect feature a fully digital colour display with Bluetooth connectivity. The Dual Tone also includes connected functions and digital information such as distance to empty and average fuel economy.
- SmartXonnect Connectivity: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone offer connected features including navigation with voice assistance, call alerts and SMS alerts. These functions distinguish the connected variants from the Drum and Drum Alloy, which do not include the SmartXonnect feature package.
- Find My Vehicle: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone include a Find My Vehicle function. This feature helps the owner locate the scooter in a parking area and forms part of the connected equipment offered on these variants.
- Fuel-Economy and Range Information: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone display average fuel economy and distance to empty. They also include Eco/Power indications. The Drum and Drum Alloy feature an econometer with Eco/Power indications instead of the connected variants’ more extensive fuel-information display.
- Underseat Storage: All five variants provide a 33-litre underseat storage compartment. This compartment offers space for two helmets, alongside room for everyday belongings. The stated storage capacity remains the same across all variants.
- Front Glove Box and Bag Hooks: The Jupiter includes a 2-litre open-type front glove box for small belongings and retractable bag hooks, providing additional carrying points separate from the underseat compartment.
- External Front Fuel Filling: Every variant features an external fuel-filling point at the front. This arrangement allows refuelling without opening the seat and keeps access to the fuel filler separate from the underseat storage compartment.
- USB Mobile Charging Port: All five variants are equipped with a USB mobile charging port. This provides a charging facility for a mobile phone while travelling.
- All-in-One Lock: The Jupiter’s all-in-one lock combines operation of the ignition, steering lock, fuel-filler access and underseat storage access. This convenience feature is included across the entire five-variant range.
- Long Seat and Front Leg Space: All five variants have a 756 mm seat and 380 mm of front leg space. These shared features provide seating room for the rider and pillion, along with space in the front footwell. A ground-reach figure of 770 mm is also listed across the range.
- Dual Tone Pillion Backrest: The Dual Tone variant’s official feature list includes a cushioned pillion backrest. This is an additional comfort feature specifically highlighted on the Dual Tone page; it is not listed in the individual feature sections of the other four variants.
- Adjustable Rear Suspension: The Jupiter features telescopic hydraulic front suspension and a rear twin-tube emulsion shock absorber with three-step adjustment. This adjustment allows the rear suspension setting to be changed, while the same suspension arrangement is listed across all five variants.
- Wheels and Tubeless Tyres: The Drum variant uses sheet-metal wheels, while the Drum Alloy, Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone use alloy wheels. All five variants have 12-inch wheels with 90/90-12 tubeless tyres at the front and rear.
- Disc and Drum Brake Options: The Drum, Drum Alloy and Drum SmartXonnect come with 130 mm drum brakes at both ends. The Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone feature a 220 mm front disc and a 130 mm rear drum. Synchronous Braking Technology (SBT) is included with the disc-brake equipment on the Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone.
- Side-Stand Indicator and Engine Inhibitor: The Drum, Drum Alloy, Drum SmartXonnect and Disc SmartXonnect explicitly list a side-stand indicator with visual and audible alerts. Their engine inhibitor prevents accidental starting with the side stand down. The Dual Tone page does not explicitly list this feature in its individual feature section.
- Follow-Me Headlamp: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone include a follow-me headlamp function. This keeps the path illuminated after the scooter is switched off, providing lighting while the rider walks away.
- Emergency Brake Warning: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone feature an emergency brake warning system. During sudden braking, the tail lights flash to alert road users behind the scooter.
- Turn-Signal Reset and Hazard Lamps: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone include a turn-signal reset function and hazard lamps. The reset function addresses indicators left on after a turn, while the hazard lamps provide a warning signal during situations such as a breakdown or emergency stop.
- Parking Brake and Pass Switch: All five variants feature a parking brake and a pass switch. The parking brake holds the scooter stationary when parked, while the pass switch allows the rider to flash the headlamp to signal other road users.
- Silent Electric Start: All variants include i-Touch silent starting. The Drum and Drum Alloy also have an engine kill switch, allowing the rider to switch off the engine using the handlebar control.
- Integrated Start-Stop and iGO Assist: The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone feature integrated start-stop and TVS iGO Assist. The start-stop system switches off the engine during brief stops, with restarting carried out by applying the brake and operating the throttle. The iGO Assist system uses an integrated starter generator and battery assistance to support acceleration. These features are not listed for the Drum and Drum Alloy variants.
- E-Z Centre Stand: All five variants include a patented E-Z centre stand. It is designed to make placing the scooter on its centre stand easier during parking.
- Low-Fuel Alert: A low-fuel alert is listed across all five variants. On the Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone, this is supplemented by the distance-to-empty display.
- Metal Body and Exterior Finish: MetalMAXX metal-body construction is included across the Jupiter range. Piano-black detailing and a premium 3D emblem are also included on all five variants.
- Dual Tone Styling Additions: The Dual Tone adds spectral paint finishes, sequential turn signals, a coloured inner panel and partially chrome-finished mirrors. These additions accompany its front and rear Infinity Light Bars, alloy wheels and pillion backrest, giving it a distinct equipment package within the Jupiter range.
Build Quality
MetalMAXX metal-body construction is included across all five Jupiter variants. This construction is designed for durability. Metal bodywork is therefore a confirmed part of the Jupiter’s construction, rather than an addition restricted to the higher variants.
The metal-body description does not mean every exterior component is metal. Some plastic surfaces may be susceptible to minor scratches with extended use. This is not a measured durability result for the entire range.
All five variants have piano-black detailing and a raised 3D emblem. The Dual Tone adds a coloured inner panel and partially chrome-finished mirrors. These are confirmed differences in exterior finish; they do not establish that the Dual Tone has stronger body construction than the other variants. The same MetalMAXX construction is included throughout the range.
The materials and trim details are established, but there are no long-term measurements for panel rattles, paint wear or corrosion resistance. Consequently, the metal-body specification should not be presented as proof that the scooter will remain scratch-free or rattle-free throughout ownership.
Handling
The Jupiter’s strongest handling characteristic is its ease of use, with a weight distribution and riding position designed for comfort.
The scooter is light to move around a parking area, agile when changing direction, and easy to guide through traffic. These features support its city-friendly handling.
Body Balance Technology is included across the five variants and is a weight-distribution arrangement intended to improve stability and handling. All five also have a listed wheelbase of 1,275 mm. These are shared characteristics rather than handling equipment reserved for the SmartXonnect or Dual Tone versions.
The Jupiter remains stable at higher road speeds with its relatively firm suspension setup. Its straightforward city handling does not come at the expense of straight-line stability.
The Jupiter uses 12-inch wheels with 90/90-12 tubeless tyres at both ends. The Drum variant has sheet-metal wheels, while the Drum Alloy, Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone have alloy wheels. The wheel diameter and tyre dimensions remain consistent across the range.
A ground clearance of 163 mm is listed for every variant. This is a published clearance figure; no separate measurements are provided with a rider, pillion or luggage aboard. It should therefore not be described as a guarantee against grounding on every Indian speed breaker.
Comfort
The Jupiter provides an upright riding position and a spacious front footwell. There is 380 mm of front leg space across all five variants, and the controls, seat and pillion footrests are positioned for rider and passenger comfort.
The riding posture is relaxed and upright, and the available foot space supports the Jupiter’s everyday comfort without requiring a crouched or forward-leaning stance.
All five variants have a listed seat length of 756 mm. This shared dimension gives the Drum and Drum Alloy the same published seat length as the more extensively equipped SmartXonnect and Dual Tone variants.
The seat is spacious enough for both rider and pillion to adjust their position, with cushioning that provides adequate foam thickness and support rather than allowing the rider to sink excessively into the seat. These features support the Jupiter’s seating comfort beyond the seat-length measurement alone.
A ground-reach figure of 770 mm is listed across the Jupiter range, with easy access to the ground as part of its comfort package. The same published figure applies to all variants.
This is a published dimensional specification, not confirmation that every rider can place both feet flat on the road. There are no rider-height or inseam-based fit measurements, so a universal claim about suitability for shorter riders would go beyond the published evidence.
Every variant uses telescopic hydraulic front suspension and a twin-tube emulsion-type rear shock absorber with three-step adjustment. The rear adjustment provides a means of changing the suspension setting; there is no separate suspension hardware for the higher variants.
The suspension is relatively firm over potholes and uneven surfaces when riding solo, but with a pillion aboard, the suspension response is more balanced and ride quality improves. The Jupiter therefore should not be described as uniformly plush over every broken road, as ride quality may differ between solo and two-person use.
The long seat provides shared seating space for the rider and pillion across the range, and offers sufficient room for both occupants for comfortable two-person riding, helped by the suspension’s more settled response with a passenger aboard.
The Dual Tone adds a cushioned pillion backrest. This is a specific passenger-comfort addition on that variant; the other four variants do not include it in their individual comfort sections.
Styling
The Jupiter’s lighting forms an important part of its appearance. All five variants feature an LED headlamp and the signature Infinity Tail Light Bar. The Drum SmartXonnect, Disc SmartXonnect and Dual Tone additionally feature the front Infinity Light Bar, giving these versions a different front lighting treatment from the Drum and Drum Alloy.
Piano-black detailing and a raised 3D emblem are common across the five variants. These details accompany the individual paint finishes without being restricted to the connected or Dual Tone versions. The wheel treatment creates another visible distinction: the Drum has sheet-metal wheels, while the Drum Alloy, both SmartXonnect variants and the Dual Tone have alloy wheels.
The Dual Tone introduces a contrasting exterior treatment rather than simply adding another single-colour paint option. Its Spectral Blue and Spectral Copper schemes combine white body sections with colour-shifting painted panels. The spectral finish changes its appearance with lighting conditions and viewing angle.
Colour-coordinated inner panels, a brown seat treatment and partially chrome-finished mirrors further distinguish this variant. Sequential turn signals and an integrated pillion backrest also alter its exterior appearance. These additions separate the Dual Tone visually from the regular Drum, Drum Alloy and SmartXonnect versions.
Colour Options And Variants
The colour selection differs by variant. Starlight Blue Gloss is shared by the four non-Dual Tone versions, while Spectral Blue and Spectral Copper are listed specifically for the Dual Tone.
| Variant |
Colours |
| Drum |
Starlight Blue Gloss, Stardust Black Matte, Titanium Grey Matte, Lunar White Gloss. |
| Drum Alloy |
Starlight Blue Gloss, Titanium Grey Matte, Meteor Red Gloss, Lunar White Gloss. |
| Drum SmartXonnect |
Dawn Blue Matte, Galactic Copper Matte, Starlight Blue Gloss. |
| Disc SmartXonnect |
Dawn Blue Matte, Galactic Copper Matte, Starlight Blue Gloss, Stardust Black Matte. |
| Dual Tone |
Spectral Blue, Spectral Copper. |
The regular range includes both gloss and matte choices. Starlight Blue Gloss, Lunar White Gloss and Meteor Red Gloss are the gloss-labelled finishes. Dawn Blue Matte, Galactic Copper Matte, Titanium Grey Matte and Stardust Black Matte form the matte-labelled selection. Not every finish is available on every variant.
The Dual Tone’s spectral finishes are distinct from these regular gloss and matte options. Spectral Blue shifts between blue and purple tones, while Spectral Copper produces a copper-to-purple effect. Both use a contrasting white treatment rather than the single-colour presentation of the regular range.
There are nine distinct colour names in total. This count treats a colour shared by several variants as one colour, rather than counting it again for each variant.
The Drum is the entry variant among the five. Its appearance combines sheet-metal wheels, an LED headlamp, the Infinity Tail Light Bar, piano-black detailing and a 3D emblem. It uses an analogue instrument console. Its four colours are Starlight Blue Gloss, Stardust Black Matte, Titanium Grey Matte and Lunar White Gloss.
The Drum Alloy changes the wheel treatment to alloy wheels while retaining the analogue instrument console. Its exterior details include the LED headlamp, Infinity Tail Light Bar, piano-black finish and 3D emblem. Its colour selection differs from the Drum: Meteor Red Gloss replaces Stardust Black Matte, alongside Starlight Blue Gloss, Titanium Grey Matte and Lunar White Gloss.
The Drum SmartXonnect adds a fully digital colour instrument console with Bluetooth connectivity. Its exterior includes alloy wheels and both the front Infinity Light Bar and rear Infinity Tail Light Bar. The three colours for this variant are: Dawn Blue Matte, Galactic Copper Matte and Starlight Blue Gloss.
The Disc SmartXonnect combines the digital connected console, alloy wheels and front and rear Infinity Light Bars with a front disc-brake configuration. The colours are Dawn Blue Matte, Galactic Copper Matte, Starlight Blue Gloss and Stardust Black Matte. The black finish therefore provides an additional choice over the Drum SmartXonnect.
The Dual Tone is the highest variant among the five. It combines the connected console and alloy wheels with its distinctive spectral paint schemes, contrasting inner panels, partially chrome-finished mirrors, sequential turn signals and integrated pillion backrest. Its two colours are Spectral Blue and Spectral Copper.
Currently, five versions are available. The details above are based on the individual variant and colour selections.
Value For Money And Pricing
The Jupiter Drum, the base variant, has a listed starting price of ₹ 74,400 It is the least expensive of the five variants and retains everyday equipment such as an LED headlamp, external front fuel filling, USB charging and 33-litre underseat storage. Its lower purchase price comes with sheet-metal wheels and an analogue instrument console instead of the alloy wheels and connected display offered further up the range.
For a Delhi reference, the Drum is listed at ₹90,213 on-road. Other published sources show different totals despite using the same ₹74,400 base ex-showroom price, such as ₹83,551 and ₹89,343 for the Drum. These are estimates, not a single confirmed dealership quotation. A nationwide on-road figure would therefore be misleading.
The Drum makes the strongest purchase-price case for buyers who do not require alloy wheels or smartphone connectivity. It provides the same listed 33-litre storage capacity and external front fuel-filling arrangement as the higher versions, so buying the entry variant does not remove these core conveniences. Its value lies in retaining everyday utility at the lowest price in the five-variant range.
The Drum also costs ₹10,225 less than the Drum SmartXonnect. That saving is substantial within this range, but it means foregoing the connected display, iGO Assist and the additional alert functions listed on the SmartXonnect version. The financial choice is therefore between a lower initial outlay and a larger equipment package.
The Drum Alloy occupies a relatively narrow position. Its ₹5,325 premium over the Drum buys alloy wheels without adding the connected console or iGO Assist. It suits a buyer specifically seeking alloy wheels while avoiding the higher purchase price of a SmartXonnect variant; it is not the most equipment-rich upgrade in the range.
The Drum SmartXonnect presents a stronger equipment-per-upgrade argument. Its ₹4,900 increase over the Drum Alloy brings connectivity, navigation, additional information displays, iGO Assist and several warning and convenience functions. For buyers who will use those additions, this is the more substantial step up in equipment. That assessment rests on the published price difference and feature lists, rather than a claim that every buyer needs connectivity.
The Disc SmartXonnect offers the clearest value balance for buyers seeking the connected package and a front disc brake without paying for the Dual Tone’s appearance-led additions.
Its position is particularly clear because the Dual Tone does not introduce the front disc brake or connected functions for the first time. Those are already included on the Disc SmartXonnect. Buyers who do not want spectral paint, sequential indicators or the added backrest can retain the lower purchase price without giving up those two major equipment categories.
The Dual Tone’s ₹3,000 premium over the Disc SmartXonnect pays for identifiable additions rather than a different name alone. The spectral paint treatment, sequential indicators, contrasting panels, mirror detailing and pillion backrest create a distinct package. Its value is strongest for buyers who specifically want these additions; the Disc SmartXonnect remains the lower-priced route to the connected, front-disc configuration.
The competitor models for the TVS Jupiter 110 are
- Honda Activa 110
- Hero Xoom 110
- Honda Dio 110
- Hero Destini 110
