Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 in India: price, review & should you buy it (Nov 2026)

WHERE TO BUY

what’s the best price?

Store by store, with warranty and best prices. Abroad comes second.

₹12,500 today

At AJIO Luxe

WHERE TO BUY · CHEAPEST FIRST

AJIO Luxe₹12,500, same as the brand's own India price₹12.5KCheapest
Tata CLiQ₹13,000 is ₹500 more than the ₹12,500 listings₹12.5KIn India

Best price in India

₹12.5k

AJIO Luxe

Cheapest anywhere

India

nothing reliable found

Next sale to watch

november

Black Friday sales · expected, not announced

AJIO Luxe
Cheapest: ₹12,500, same as the brand's own India price
Tata CLiQ, ₹12.5k
₹13,000 is ₹500 more than the ₹12,500 listings

REAL REVIEWS

what are people saying?

What YouTube, Reddit and Instagram are saying.

4.5

Overall reviews · 5k

“one of the best and most comfortable low heel sneakers in the market”

— r/Sneakers

THE LOUDEST TAKE

Slim, stylish, but flat underfoot.

— Mostly r/moresneakers

WHAT MOST AGREE ON

OVERALL REVIEWS (5k)

THE LOUDEST TAKE

one of the best and most comfortable low heel sneakers in the market

— r/Sneakers

WHAT MOST AGREE ON

Slim, stylish, but flat underfoot.

— Mostly r/moresneakers

USP

what makes it unique?

The facts outlets repeat and where the money goes.

THE JARGON, EXPLAINED

SD: A step-up version of the Mexico 66 with a more refined shape and more focus on comfort.— Instagram
VIN: A worn-in finish that makes a new pair look like a long-time favourite.— Instagram
NM: Mexico 66 made with Japanese craftsmanship. A washing process gives it a unique look.— Instagram
IM: Mexico 66 made with Italian leather and vintage processing by Italian artisans.— Instagram
GORE-TEX: A waterproof material used in a more durable version of the Mexico 66 SD.— Onitsukatiger
Heel-cross reinforcement: The crossed parts at the heel. They add stability for all-day comfort.— Tatacliq

NERD OUT FACTS

FACT 01
Built for Japan's 1968 Olympic team
Designed for the Japan team ahead of the 1968 Summer Olympics in Mexico, where the team won 11 gold medals.
Tatler Asia
FACT 02
The tiger stripe debuted in 1966
The Onitsuka Tiger stripe first appeared in 1966. It still sits on the sides of Onitsuka Tiger and ASICS shoes.
Onitsukatiger
FACT 03
The modern Mexico 66 started in 2002
The first-generation MEXICO 66 launched in 2002. It was based on a pair of archival Onitsuka Tigers.
Onitsukatiger
FACT 04
SD uses goat leather, Deluxe kangaroo
One review says the SD has a goat leather upper, while the Deluxe is made from kangaroo leather.
YouTube

THE JARGON, EXPLAINED

SD: A step-up version of the Mexico 66 with a more refined shape and more focus on comfort.— Instagram
VIN: A worn-in finish that makes a new pair look like a long-time favourite.— Instagram
NM: Mexico 66 made with Japanese craftsmanship. A washing process gives it a unique look.— Instagram
IM: Mexico 66 made with Italian leather and vintage processing by Italian artisans.— Instagram
GORE-TEX: A waterproof material used in a more durable version of the Mexico 66 SD.— Onitsukatiger
Heel-cross reinforcement: The crossed parts at the heel. They add stability for all-day comfort.— Tatacliq

USECASES

WILL THIS WORK FOR ME?

What owners report, aspect by aspect. Every shoe here is checked on the same things.

Good fit for everyday

Light and easy to wear daily, but thin cushioning and uneven build.

ComfortMixed
Some call it very comfy. Others say little padding underfoot.
— r/Sneakers
SizingMixed
Many say it runs large. Wide feet may find it narrow.
— r/SneakersIndia
DurabilityMixed
Regular pair lasts about a year of daily wear. SD lasts longer.
— r/Onitsuka_tiger
CreasingComplaint
Creasing shows up fast.
— Kicksmachine
Fakes riskUnproven
Evidence does not say much about fakes for daily use.
LooksPraised
Slim profile, goes with lots of outfits.
— Nytimes

good, if you like flat.

Light and easy to wear daily, but thin cushioning and uneven build.

Good fit

Mixed
Comfort
Some call it very comfy. Others say little padding underfoot.
— r/Sneakers
Mixed
Sizing
Many say it runs large. Wide feet may find it narrow.
— r/SneakersIndia
Mixed
Durability
Regular pair lasts about a year of daily wear. SD lasts longer.
— r/Onitsuka_tiger

Complaint
Creasing
Creasing shows up fast.
— Kicksmachine
Unproven
Fakes risk
Evidence does not say much about fakes for daily use.
Praised
Looks
Slim profile, goes with lots of outfits.
— Nytimes

ALTERNATIVES AND COMPETITORS

Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 v/s others

The rivals reviewers keep bringing up.

CURRENT SHOE
Mexico 66 by Onitsuka Tiger
₹12.5K
Pick it for a slim, flat retro look at ₹12,500.
Upper
Leather
Sole
Thin, flat
Cushioning
Minimal
Fit
Runs large
Mexico 66 SD by Onitsuka Tiger
₹16.1K
You want more cushion and a tougher shoe, and can pay ₹16,500.
Upper
Goat leather
Same as the current shoe
Sole
Stronger outsole
Better as the current shoe
Cushioning
fuzeGEL + OrthoLit
Better as the current shoe
Fit
Roomier, runs
Worse as the current shoe
33% lesser price
Samba by adidas
₹8.4K
You want a similar flat, low-profile shoe from another brand.
Upper
Leather, suede
Same as the current shoe
Sole
Gum rubber
Same as the current shoe
Cushioning
Flat, like Mexico
Same as the current shoe
Fit
Regular fit
Better as the current shoe
Serrano by Onitsuka Tiger
₹12.9K
You like the thin-soled Tiger look but want a different shape.
Upper
Leather/synthetic
Worse as the current shoe
Sole
Thin-soled
Same as the current shoe
Cushioning
OrthoLite insole
Better as the current shoe
Fit
True size, narrow
Better as the current shoe

THE ONE DIFFERENCE THAT MATTERS

₹4,000 more for the SD buys durability and cushion

If you wear them daily for years

SD is made in Japan, with premium leather and a stronger outsole. Costs ₹16,500 vs ₹12,500.

— r/Sneakers

If you want to spend less

Regular Mexico 66 lasts about a year of everyday wear. Costs ₹12,500.

— r/Onitsuka_tiger

WHAT ARE WE THINKING?

WHAT DO I DO NOW?

Start small in the app, or head to the store.

YOU CAN ALWAYS SAVE FOR IT

Start with just ₹100

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QUICK ANSWERS

the short version

Straight answers, from the same sources as everything above.

Should I buy the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 right now?: Buy it, ₹12,500 is already the brand's price. GQ India ranks it No. 1 for cultural clout. Some owners wear it all day. Others say there is barely any cushioning underfoot.
What is the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 price in India?: ₹13k across Indian stores, checked 4 November 2026. The lowest listing we found is ₹12,500 at AJIO Luxe.
When is the next sale for the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66?: Black Friday sales is expected around November 2026; ran 28 nov–1 dec last year; this year's dates are not announced.
Is the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 good for everyday?: Good fit. Good, if you like flat. Light and easy to wear daily, but thin cushioning and uneven build.
What is the biggest complaint about the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66?: Build wears fast, raised by some Reddit owners. Slim, stylish, but flat underfoot.
How long does the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 last?: About 12 months (one owner, worn every day).

Should I buy the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 right now?

Buy it, ₹12,500 is already the brand's price. GQ India ranks it No. 1 for cultural clout. Some owners wear it all day. Others say there is barely any cushioning underfoot.

What is the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 price in India?

₹13k across Indian stores, checked 4 November 2026. The lowest listing we found is ₹12,500 at AJIO Luxe.

When is the next sale for the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66?

Black Friday sales is expected around November 2026; ran 28 nov–1 dec last year; this year's dates are not announced.

Is the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 good for everyday?

Good fit. Good, if you like flat. Light and easy to wear daily, but thin cushioning and uneven build.

What is the biggest complaint about the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66?

Build wears fast, raised by some Reddit owners. Slim, stylish, but flat underfoot.

How long does the Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 last?

About 12 months (one owner, worn every day).

We collate what others say. We haven’t tested this. Prices change; check the store before you pay.

Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66

what’s the best price?

what are people saying?

what makes it unique?

Built for Japan's 1968 Olympic team

The tiger stripe debuted in 1966

The modern Mexico 66 started in 2002

SD uses goat leather, Deluxe kangaroo

WILL THIS WORK FOR ME?

Onitsuka Tiger Mexico 66 v/s others

₹4,000 more for the SD buys durability and cushion

WHAT DO I DO NOW?

the short version