TVS Phoenix 125 vs Zontes Mantis 125 (2016)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the TVS Phoenix 125stacks up against the Zontes Mantis 125. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecTVS Phoenix 125Zontes Mantis 125
Model year20162016
Price
Engine125 cc125 cc
Horsepower11 hp11 hp
Torque11 Nm
Weight120 kg
Seat height29 mm
Fuel capacity3.2 L4.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
Transmission4-speed5-speed
Front brakesExpanding brake (drum brake). Optional discSingle disc
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires2.75-17 / 90/90-17 80/90-17 / 110/90-17

TVS Phoenix 125 vs Zontes Mantis 125 — which should you buy?

Picking between the TVS Phoenix 125 and the Zontes Mantis 125 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the TVS Phoenix 125 brings 11 hp, while the Zontes Mantis 125 counters with 11 hp at 120 kg.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: