VLF Mobster 135 Launched In India At Rs 1.30 Lakh

A new scooter has arrived in the Indian market, and it is named Mobster 135. It is priced at Rs 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom) for the first 2,500 buyers. The model comes from Velocifero, an Italian two-wheeler brand that recently entered India through KAW Veloce Motors. Under the MotoHaus retail network, the company has introduced an electric scooter from VLF and a series of Brixton two-wheelers. The Mobster 135 is VLF’s first petrol-powered scooter for the Indian market.

 

Also Read: Brixton Crossfire 500XC Price Slashed; Now Costs Rs 4.92 Lakh

When it comes to design, the VLF Mobster 135 stands apart from other 125 cc scooters typically seen on Indian roads. The front features a split-headlamp setup paired with a tall visor above the handlebars, while the sides are defined by sharp, angular panels. At the rear, a slim taillamp completes the look. The scooter will be available in four colour options: grey, red, white and yellow.  

 

Also Read: Brixton Cromwell 1200, Cromwell 1200 X: In Pictures

 

On the feature front, the Mobster 135 gets a 5.0-inch TFT display with Bluetooth connectivity option, keyless ignition and switchable traction control.  

 

The Mobster 135 is powered by a 125 cc single-cylinder, liquid-cooled engine and is paired with an Infinitely Variable Transmission (IVT). The scooter makes about 12.1 bhp at 8,250 rpm and 11.7 Nm of torque at 6,500 rpm, with a claimed top speed of 100 kmph and a fuel economy figure of 46 kmpl, while the tank size is rated to be 8 litres.

The scooter has a kerb weight of 122 kg and a 1,341 mm wheelbase. It offers a 797 mm seat height and 155 mm of ground clearance. Stopping power comes from a 230 mm front disc and a 220 mm rear disc, along with dual-channel switchable ABS. Suspension comprises a telescopic front fork and gas-charged twin rear shocks, and the scooter rides on 12-inch tubeless tyres (120/70 12” front, 130/70 12” rear).  

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New Skoda Octavia RS India Launch On October 17; 100 Units To Be Imported In 2025

October will witness the launch of an all-new Skoda, as the eagerly anticipated Skoda Octavia RS will finally reach Indian shores next month. Skoda India has confirmed it will open pre-bookings for the spicy sedan on October 6 and announce the price for the Octavia RS on October 17. Ashish Gupta, Brand Director at Skoda Auto India, confirmed to carandbike that deliveries of the Octavia RS will begin on November 6. Gupta also told carandbike the company has decided to import 100 units of the performance sedan to begin with this year, and that it may consider bringing in more cars “based on demand”.

 

Also Read: GST 2.0 Effect: Skoda Kylaq Prices To Be Slashed By Up To Rs 1.19 Lakh From Sept 22

 

Latest RS is based on the facelifted Octavia.

 

“We are [importing] the Octavia RS 245 under the GSR 870 rule; basically, you need to have a UK or Japan specification. So, our cars are UK spec but made in Czech Republic”, Gupta told carandbike during a media interaction.

 

India had its first glimpse of the fourth-generation Octavia RS at the start of 2025, as it was part of Skoda’s impressive Auto Expo display. The launch of the RS will also mark the return of the Octavia nameplate in the Indian market after a near two-and-a-half-year hiatus, with the standard Octavia having been shelved back in 2023. The last time Skoda introduced an Octavia RS in India was all the way back in 2020, when the RS 245 was introduced as a full import, with just 200 units allocated for India.

 

With 261 bhp on tap, this will be the most potent Skoda to come to India till date.

 

The RS coming to India is based on the facelifted Octavia and will be available only in a single variant. While there will be five colours to choose from – Mamba Green, Race Blue, Velvet Red, Magic Black and Candy White – there will be no option to change the 19-inch ‘Elias’ anthracite wheels or add any other equipment to the car.

 

Also Read: Skoda Vision O Electric Concept Unveiled; Previews Future Design Language For Estates

 

Under the hood, the Octavia RS packs a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder TSI petrol engine – paired with a seven-speed DSG automatic – churning out a peak 261 bhp and 370 Nm of torque. Claimed 0-100 kmph acceleration time is 6.4 seconds, and top speed is 250 kmph.

 

All-black interior with suede and leather to emphasise the car's sporty character.

 

The UK-spec Octavia is well-equipped, fitted with a head-up display, 360-degree cameras, 10 airbags, 12.9-inch touchscreen, powered front sports seats with memory, heating and massage functions and a Canton sound system, among other features.  

 

However, it misses out on a sunroof, and lacks dynamic chassis control (DCC), which is available as a Rs 1.44 lakh optional extra in the UK. Gupta explained the company could not make any changes to the standard UK-spec car to adhere to the regulation under which the Octavia RS is being imported into India.

 

Prices for the Octavia RS are expected to be in the range of Rs 50-55 lakh (ex-showroom), which would place it in unique territory with no direct rivals to speak of.

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Baja Pulsar NS400, Dominar 400 Prices Remain Unchanged Post GST Hike

With the new 40 per cent GST on motorcycles over 350cc coming into effect on Monday, some manufacturers have moved to absorb the additional costs on some popular models in their portfolios. KTM and Triumph, both under Bajaj Auto’s management in India, announced that prices of the Triumph 400 series and the KTM 390s would remain unchanged. Now Bajaj Auto has followed suit for its own in-house models - the Pulsar NS400 and the long-running Dominar 400.
 

Also read: Triumph's 400 Range, KTM's 390 Series Prices Unchanged Despite GST Hike On 350cc+ Motorcycles
 

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The Indian two-wheeler manufacturer took to social media to announce that prices for its two largest displacement motorcycles would remain unchanged. The Pulsar NS400 will remain priced from Rs 1.93 lakh (ex-showroom) onward, while prices for the Dominar 400 will continue to start from Rs 2.39 lakh (ex-showroom). The post also showed the effective prices for the models under the GST 2.0 regime - Rs 2.57 lakh for the Dominar 400 and Rs 2.07 lakh for the Pulsar NS200 (both prices, ex-showroom). The company has, however, not said how long the lower prices will remain in effect.
 

Also read: 2025 Bajaj Pulsar NS400Z First Ride Review
 

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Both the Dominar 400 and the Pulsar NS400 share the same 373cc, single-cylinder engine used on the older-gen KTM 390s. In the Dominar, the unit has been tuned to deliver nearly 39 bhp and 35 Nm, with the Pulsar’s mill pushed out a stronger 42.4 bhp, though peak torque is the same.
 

Also read: 2025 Bajaj Dominar Review: Is It Still Relevant?
 

Both motorcycles also received updates earlier in the year, with the Pulsar benefiting from a bump up in performance, a new software-based quickshifter and improved brakes. The Dominar, meanwhile, received a new digital instrument cluster with turn-by-turn navigation and, more importantly, a ride-by-wire system replete with ride modes.

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Aprilia SR-GP Replica 175 Launched In India At Rs 1.23 Lakh

A few months after the launch of the new SR 175 scooter in India, Aprilia has announced the first special edition based on it - the SR GP Replica 175. Priced at Rs 1.23 lakh (ex-showroom), or around Rs 4,000 more than the standard model (Rs 1.19 lakh post GST 2.0), with the paint scheme being the primary difference.
 

Also read: 2025 Aprilia SR 175 Review
 

As the name suggests, the SR-GP Replica 175 features a livery inspired by Aprilia’s 2025 RS-GP race bikes piloted by Jorge Martin and Marco Bezzecchi in the 2025 MotoGP season. The special edition scooter features a matte black paint finish with red and purple graphics and sponsorship logos inspired by its MotoGP race bikes. The wheels of the scooter are predominantly black with red accents on the channel of the front wheel - another race-bike-inspired paint finish.

Mechanically, the SR-GP Replica gets no updates over the standard model featuring the same 174.7cc, single-cylinder engine delivering a spirited 13 bhp at 7,200 rpm and 14.14 Nm of torque at 6,000 rpm. Suspension duties continue to be handled by a telescopic front fork and a single-arm adjustable rear shock absorber.
 

Also read: Aprilia Tuono 457 Review: Taste the Thunder!
 

Features, too, are unchanged over the standard SR 175, with the GP Replica also packing in single-channel ABS, an LED headlamp, and a 5.5-inch TFT instrument cluster with Bluetooth support.

 

Aprilia says that the SR-GP Replica is now on sale at dealerships across the country, with deliveries also starting with immediate effect.

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New Hero Xtreme 160R Combat Edition Leaked Ahead Of Launch

The Hero Xtreme 160R 4V appears to be the next Hero motorcycle to receive the Combat Edition treatment, with a video of the model on display emerging online. The 160R Combat edition was displayed alongside several other Hero products, suggesting that the video could be from a dealer event.

 

Also read: GST 2.0 Effect: Hero Scooters, Motorcycles To Get A Price Cut Of Up To Rs 16,000 From Sept 22

 

Starting with the cosmetics, the Xtreme 160R Combat Edition appears to adopt the same matte grey colour scheme as the Xoom 110 & Karizma Combat Editions that came before it, complemented by yellow contrasting graphics. Other differentiators over the standard 160R look to be a new headlamp - similar to the unit on the 250R, replete with the ‘H’ pattern DRL and projector element, and a new coloured digital instrument cluster.

 

Also read: Exclusive: Hero Xtreme 125R To Get Cruise Control

 

The switchgear, too, looks to be updated, though we can’t get a clear look at any feature updates. It however, remains to be seen if the feature updates will be rolled out to the rest of the Xtreme 160R series or be limited to the Combat Edition.
 

Also read: Hero Xtreme 125R Single-Seat Variant Launched At Rs 1 Lakh
 

Mechanically, expect Hero to make no updates to the Xtreme 160R 4V with the same 163 cc, single-cylinder engine good for 16.6 bhp and 14.6 Nm mated to a 5-speed gearbox.

 

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BMW iX5 Hydrogen To Enter Series Production In 2028

BMW has taken another swing at the powertrain game, this time putting hydrogen on equal footing with petrol, diesel, hybrid, and battery-electric power. The Bavarian carmaker has announced that the all-new iX5 Hydrogen will enter series production in 2028, making it the brand’s first hydrogen-powered model available to customers worldwide.

Also Read: GST 2.0: BMW Cars, SUVs Prices Slashed By Up To Rs 13.60 Lakh
 

For the first time, the BMW X5 lineup will feature five drivetrain options. Before the turn of the decade, customers will be able to choose between petrol, diesel, plug-in hybrid, pure EV, and now, a fuel-cell electric powertrain. Building on years of pilot testing, the iX5 Hydrogen will be powered by BMW’s third-generation fuel cell system, which was co-developed with Toyota. This third-gen FCEV powertrain is claimed to be compact, powerful, and more efficient, while also offering a longer range, higher output, and lower energy consumption.

Prototype production is already underway at BMW’s competence centres in Munich, Steyr, and Landshut. Along with series production, BMW will also bring hydrogen mobility as part of its HyMoS (Hydrogen Mobility at Scale) initiative. HyMoS will partner with stakeholders across industries to build local hydrogen ecosystems. These scale-up refuelling stations will be serving demand from trucks, buses, and passenger cars. While pilot programs are already in place in Germany and France, further metropolitan rollouts are planned across the Old Continent.

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Triumph's 400 Range, KTM's 390 Series Prices Unchanged Despite GST Hike On 350cc+ Motorcycles

With the new GST 2.0 reform rates coming into effect from today, Triumph Motorcycles and KTM India both, operating under the Bajaj Auto’s management, have announced there will be no hike in prices of Triumph’s 400cc models and KTM’s 390 range. As per the new GST structuring, motorcycles with displacement above 350cc will incur a GST rate hike from 31 per cent (28 per cent + 3 per cent cess) to 40 per cent.

 

Also Read: Bajaj Pulsar 150, RS200, NS200 Prices Reduced By Up To Rs 23,000

While there is no mention till when Bajaj Auto would continue to absorb the price increment, it will benefit the respective brands with more footfalls to make the best of the situation. In the Triumph range, all the motorcycle falling in the 400cc category that include the Speed 400, Speed T4, Scrambler 400X, Scrambler 400XC and the recently introduced Thruxton 400 will continue to retail with no change in sticker price. In the case of the KTMs, the 390cc range consisting of the 390 Duke, RC390, Enduro R and Adventure will experience no change in price tag.

 

Also Read: Suzuki Motorcycles & Scooters Get More Affordable After GST 2.0

Notably, the closest rival brand to the above-mentioned motorcycles is Royal Enfield with its Himalayan 450 which is now more expensive that the 390 Adventure X and similar is the case with the Guerrilla 450 with goes up against the Triumph Speed 400.

 

As for the KTM models under 350cc which include the 160 Duke, 200 Duke, 250 Duke and the 250 Adventure, the full benefit of the GST reduction has been directly passed on to buyers, making the motorcycles accessible at more affordable prices.

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Ducati Diavel V4 RS India Launch Details Revealed

The Ducati Diavel V4 RS is a limited-edition version of Ducati’s power cruiser that is now the brand’s fastest accelerating model. The Diavel V4 RS is now the second model in the brand’s RS model line-up, after the Multistrada V4 RS, which boasts of technology derived from Ducati’s MotoGP programme to its road-ready models. The Diavel V4 RS features lightweight carbon fibre components and is 3 kg lighter than the standard model.

 

Also Read: Ducati Diavel V4 Review - Devil In Disguise!

Ducati MotoGP rider Marc Marquez with the Diavel V4 RS

 

Deliveries in Europe are expected to commence from December 2025, and the Diavel V4 RS will also be launched in India. car&bike has learnt that the Diavel V4 RS will be launched in India in the second half of 2026. Considering the Multistrada V4 RS is considerably more expensive than the standard model, the Diavel V4 RS will also be an expensive model, possibly priced north of Rs. 40 lakh. 

 

Also Read: 2025 Ducati Multistrada V4 Launched At Rs. 22.98 Lakh

 

The Diavel V4 RS is right now the fastest accelerating Ducati production model

 

The V4 RS is powered by the 1,103 cc Desmosedici Stradale V4 engine, shared with the Panigale V4, unlike the 1,158 cc Granturismo V4 engine of the standard model. The engine of the V4 RS produces 180 bhp at 11,750 rpm and 120 Nm of peak torque at 9,500 rpm. The Diavel V4 RS achieved 0-100 kmph acceleration in just 2.5 seconds making it the fastest accelerating Ducati model right now. 

 

Also Read: Ducati Panigale V4, Streetfighter V4 Recalled In India

The Diavel 4 RS now introduces Race Mode for the first time, and once chosen, 5-inch TFT console’s layout is transformed to display track-focussed information. The Diavel V4 RS also includes Ducati’s latest rider aids powered by a Bosch IMU. Cornering ABS, traction control, wheelie control and launch control are standard, and with Race Mode, total number of modes are four – Sport, Touring, Urban and Race Mode. 

 

Also Read: 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 First Ride Review

The Diavel V4 RS is built around an aluminium monocoque frame, paired with a single-sided aluminium swingarm and forged aluminium wheels to enhance stability and agility. Suspension includes fully adjustable Ohlins units front and rear, and braking hardware is shared with the Panigale V4, with 330 mm twin discs gripped by Brembo Stylema monobloc calipers and a single 265 mm disc at the rear. 

 

Also Read: 2025 Ducati Panigale V4 Launched At Rs. 30 Lakh

Extensive use of carbon fibre components, including front and rear mudguards, front fairing, tank covers, tail fairing and air intake ducts as well as a lighter battery have contributed to weight savings. The Diavel V4 RS has a kerb weight of 220 kg, 3 kg lighter than the standard Diavel V4.

 

Watch the Ducati Diavel V4 video review:

 

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Bajaj Pulsar 150, RS200, NS200 Prices Reduced By Up To Rs 23,000

Bajaj Auto has announced a festive offer on the entire entry-level Pulsar range, accompanied by the Government’s decision to reduce the GST rate on bikes below 350 cc. In addition to the savings from the GST reduction, Bajaj is offering cuts on processing fees and insurance, further adding to the overall benefit for buyers. which adds to the overall benefit for buyers.

 

Also Read: GST 2.0: KTM 160 Duke, RC 200, 250 Adventure Prices Slashed By Up To Rs 20,000

Bajaj has rolled out what it calls the “Hattrick Offer,” bundling three perks for buyers: the full benefit of GST reductions, no processing fees, and added insurance benefits. The company has also released state-wise prices for the range, and in states such as Karnataka and West Bengal, buyers stand to save more.  

 

Model Name	GST Benefit	PF Savings +  Insurance	Total Savings
Pulsar 125	Rs 8,488	Rs 3,000	Rs 11,488
NS125	Rs 16,597	Rs 3,400	Rs 19,997
Pulsar 150	Rs 11,348	Rs 4,000	Rs 15,348
NS160	Rs 13,087	Rs 4,600	Rs 17,687
NS200	Rs 13,985	Rs 4,900	Rs 18,885
RS200	Rs 17,367	Rs 6,100	Rs 23,467

 

To put it in perspective, a customer in Karnataka purchasing a Bajaj Pulsar RS 200 could save up to Rs 23,467, which is the biggest benefit point in the lineup. Out of this, Rs 17,367 comes from the GST reduction, while the remaining Rs 6,100 is thanks to waived processing charges and insurance benefits.

 

Also Read: KTM 160 Duke: In Pictures

Other Pulsar models are also part of the savings. For example, the Pulsar NS200 receives a GST-related reduction of Rs 13,985, along with an additional Rs 4,900 from waived charges and insurance benefits. This brings the overall savings on the bike to Rs 18,885. 

 

Model	Ex-showroom Price  (pre-GST, Karnataka)	Total Savings (including GST and  other benefits)
Pulsar 125	Rs 93,376	Rs 11,488
Pulsar NS125	Rs 1.12 lakh	Rs 19,997
Pulsar 150	Rs 1.21 lakh	Rs 15,348
Pulsar NS160	Rs 1.30 lakh	Rs 17,687
Pulsar NS200	Rs 1.43 lakh	Rs 18,885
Pulsar RS200	Rs 1.85 lakh	Rs 23,467

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Toyota Rumion MPV Gets 6 Airbags As Standard; Prices Start At Rs 10.44 Lakh

A few months after Maruti Suzuki updated the Ertiga with 6 standard airbags across all variants, its rebadged version from Toyota, the Rumion too has been given a similar treatment. In addition to this, the brand has also added a tyre pressure monitoring system to the top V trim of the MPV. The Rumion range starts at Rs. 10.44 lakh and goes up to Rs. 13.61 lakh (all prices, ex-showroom).

Earlier the Rumion used to come with 4 airbags in top trim.

 

Other safety features available on the Rumion include Vehicle Stability Control, Hill Hold Assist, ABS with EBD, Brake Assist, ISOFIX child seat mounts. The MPV comes in 3 different variants - S, G and V and all get manual as well as automatic gearbox options. CNG is available only on the base S with manual transmission. While Petrol trims give a fuel efficiency of 20.51 kmpl, CNG model promises up to 26.11 km/kg.

 

Also Read: Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor Now Comes With Six Airbags As Standard; Gets New Bluish Black Shade

 

The 7-seater MPV comes with exterior features like projector headlamps, LED tail lamps, and dual-tone machined alloy wheels. Cabin gets a 7-inch Smartplay infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, steering-mounted controls and an Arkamys sound system. The vehicle comes with a 3-year/1 lakh km warranty 

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GST 2.0: KTM 160 Duke, RC 200, 250 Adventure Prices Slashed By Up To Rs 20,000

KTM India has revised the prices of its entry-level motorcycles following the recent change in GST rates. With the tax on two-wheelers up to 350 cc reduced from 28 per cent to 18 per cent, models from the Duke, RC, and Adventure range have become more affordable. The price cuts go up to Rs 20,000, depending on the motorcycle. Let's take a look at the revised prices and the difference compared to the earlier rate.

 

Also Read: KTM 160 Duke: In Pictures

 

The recently launched KTM 160 Duke was earlier priced at Rs 1.84 lakh. It now comes in at Rs 1.70 lakh, which is a reduction of Rs 14,000. The 200 Duke has also seen a drop, moving from Rs 2.07 lakh to Rs 1.91 lakh, which is a cut of Rs 16,000. Similarly, the 250 Duke’s price has been revised from Rs 2.30 lakh to Rs 2.12 lakh, a decrease of Rs 18,000. 
 

Model	Old Price	New Price	Difference
160 Duke	Rs 1.84 lakh	Rs 1.70 lakh	Rs 14,000
200 Duke	Rs 2.07 lakh	Rs 1.91 lakh	Rs 16,000
250 Duke	Rs 2.30 lakh	Rs 2.12 lakh	Rs 18,000
250 Adventure	Rs 2.60 lakh	Rs 2.40 lakh	Rs 20,000
RC 200	Rs 2.33 lakh	Rs 2.15 lakh	Rs 18,000

The biggest reduction has been on the 250 Adventure, which now retails at Rs 2.40 lakh compared to its earlier price of Rs 2.60 lakh, making it more affordable by Rs 20,000. Adding to this, the RC 200 has also received a price cut, dropping from Rs 2.33 lakh to Rs 2.15 lakh, translating to a reduction of Rs 18,000.

 

Also Read: GST Hiked To 40% On Motorcycles Above 350cc

In contrast, KTM’s 390 range and above will see an increase in prices under the revised GST structure. These motorcycles now fall under the higher 40 per cent tax bracket, up from the earlier effective rate of 31 per cent.

 

All prices mentioned above are ex-showroom and vary from city to city. 

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