Honda Dash 125 Arrives in Vietnam: Looks Like Wave RSX But Priced Higher Than SH

The arrival of the 2026 Honda Dash 125 in Vietnam marks a significant shift in how this model is perceived and marketed. Once a common model in Malaysia, it has been repositioned in Vietnam as a premium 'toy' for a niche clientele who value individuality over mainstream appeal. This strategy is evident in its pricing, which surpasses that of popular Honda models like the SH 125i, CT125, and Cub C125, placing it in a segment typically reserved for higher-end scooters.

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Honda Dash 125 2026 has arrived in Vietnam.

The importer aims to attract customers in the Mekong Delta region who are looking for something beyond the ordinary for daily use or collection purposes. The Dash 125 shares dimensions with the Honda Wave RSX 110 but is heavier, weighing 105kg. A standout feature for the Vietnamese market is its dual disc brakes, a rarity in the common underbone segment where rear drum brakes are standard to cut costs.

Under the hood, the Dash 125 is powered by a 125cc single-cylinder engine with PGM-Fi fuel injection, producing 9.92 horsepower and 9.5 Nm of torque, paired with a 4-speed transmission. While the 2026 version sees minor updates in color schemes—silver, blue, white, and green—its overall design and equipment remain largely unchanged from previous iterations.

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The target market for this underbone model is identified as the Mekong Delta region.

The introduction of the Honda Dash 125 underscores a growing trend in Vietnam where a vehicle's exclusivity and unique character can justify a price point comparable to premium automatic scooters, even for a standard underbone model. This demonstrates that for a segment of consumers, the allure of owning something different outweighs conventional value propositions.

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The appearance of the 2026 Honda Dash 125 in Vietnam shows that the value of a vehicle is not just in its configuration or technical specifications. For some users, uniqueness is sometimes a big enough reason to accept a price comparable to a high-end automatic scooter for a common underbone model.