Above the mainstream 110-160 class sits a premium tier that Vietnamese buyers pay real money for. Using only the manufacturers’ published price lists (retrieved 23 September 2026), here is what the tier contains and what the premium actually buys.
Verified premium prices (manufacturer suggested retail)
| Model | Listed from |
|---|---|
| Honda Vario 125 / 160 | 41,913,818 / 56,690,000 VND |
| Honda SH Mode 125 | 59,684,727 VND |
| Honda SH160i/125i | 76,670,182 VND |
| Yamaha NVX 155 VVA (ABS) | from 55,300,000 VND |
| Yamaha Lexi 155 VVA-ABS | from 48,500,000 VND |
| Yamaha NMAX | from 69,000,000 VND |
| Honda SH350i | 151,390,000 VND |
| Yamaha XMAX | 140,000,000 VND |
| Honda ADV350 | 166,190,000 VND |
What the money buys
- Bigger, torquier engines: the 155-350 cc class holds speed on main roads and carries a passenger without strain - a real difference from a 110 for riders who leave the city.
- Equipment: ABS is standard or common in this tier (ABS guide), along with smart keys, LCD meters and USB charging.
- Comfort and presence: bigger wheels, plusher suspension - and in Vietnam, the SH’s status effect is a genuine, if unquantifiable, part of its price.
What it does not buy
Economy (bigger engines drink more - see the fuel comparison), lightness (an SH is far heavier to park than a Vision), or immunity from theft - premium bikes attract thieves, and parking in central Hanoi gets careful (our parking guide).
Renting vs buying
Premium scooters depreciate hard, which is why long-term renting vs buying comparison matters at this price level. For renters: Nguyen Tu’s published rates cover mainstream models; premium models are not price-published - contact us to confirm current availability before planning around one. For the current flagships, see our full SH160i/125i review, the Sh mode 125 review, and the direct SH Mode vs SH160i comparison.