At a Glance
Key differences that define each motorcycle
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
- 97.2 cc Air-Cooled, 2-valve
- 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
- 73 km/l (ARAI)
- 9.8-litre tank
- 2 variants available
- Bluetooth digital console
Hero Splendor Plus
- 97.2 cc Air-Cooled, 2-valve
- 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
- 70 km/l (ARAI)
- 9.8-litre tank
- 4 variants available
- Lowest price entry point
Full Specification Comparison
Every number that matters — side by side
| Specification | Hero Splendor Plus XTEC | Hero Splendor Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine & Performance | ||
| Displacement | 97.2 cc | 97.2 cc |
| Cooling System | Air-Cooled | Air-Cooled |
| Max Power | 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm | 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm |
| Max Torque | 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm | 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 2 |
| Bore × Stroke | 50.0 × 49.5 mm | 50.0 × 49.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.9 : 1 | 9.9 : 1 |
| Emission Standard | BS6 Phase 2 (OBD2B) | BS6 Phase 2 (OBD2) |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Manual | 4-Speed Manual |
| Clutch | Wet Multiplate | Wet Multiplate |
| Top Speed | 90 km/h | 87 km/h |
| Idle Stop-Start (i3S) | Yes | Yes (i3S variant only) |
| Riding Modes | No | No |
| Fuel & Range | ||
| Mileage (ARAI Claimed) | 73 km/l | 70 km/l |
| Mileage (Real-world) | 60–68 km/l | 58–65 km/l |
| Fuel Tank | 9.8 litres | 9.8 litres |
| Reserve Capacity | 1.0 litre | ~1.0–1.4 litres |
| Riding Range | ~650–715 km | ~580–650 km |
| Brakes & Wheels | ||
| Braking System | IBS / CBS (Disc variant available) | CBS (Drum only) |
| Front Brake | 130 mm Drum / 240 mm Disc (variant dependent) | 130 mm Drum |
| Rear Brake | 130 mm Drum | 130 mm Drum |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Tyre Size (F / R) | 80/100-18 | 80/100-18 |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 18-inch | 18-inch |
| Suspension & Chassis | ||
| Front Suspension | Telescopic Hydraulic | Telescopic Hydraulic |
| Rear Suspension | 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic | 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic |
| Chassis | Tubular Double Cradle | Tubular Double Cradle |
| Rear Preload Adjuster | Yes | Yes |
| Dimensions & Weight | ||
| Kerb Weight | 112 kg | 112 kg |
| Seat Height | 785 mm | 785 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 165 mm | 165 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1236 mm | 1236 mm |
| Overall L × W × H | 1970 × 720 × 1045 mm | 2000 × 720 × 1052 mm |
| Features & Electronics | ||
| Instrument Console | Fully Digital | Analogue |
| Speedometer | Digital | Analogue |
| Odometer | Digital | Analogue |
| Fuel Gauge | Digital | Analogue |
| Tachometer | No | No |
| Gear Indicator | Yes | No |
| Tripmeter | Digital | Analogue |
| Clock | Yes | No |
| Distance to Empty | Yes | No |
| Service Reminder | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Yes | No |
| Call & SMS Alerts | Yes | No |
| Low Fuel Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| USB Charging Port | No | Yes (i3S & Black Accent variants) |
| Headlight Type | Halogen | Halogen |
| DRLs | No | No |
| Brake / Tail Light | LED | Halogen |
| Turn Signals | Bulb | Bulb |
| Hazard Warning Lights | No | No |
| Side Stand Engine Cut-off | Yes | Yes |
| Start Type | Electric & Kick | Kick & Electric |
| Keyless Ignition | No | No |
| Traction Control | No | No |
| Price & Warranty | ||
| Starting Price (ex-showroom) | ₹78,647 | ₹74,958 |
| Top Variant Price | ₹81,689 | ₹77,406 |
| Number of Variants | 2 | 4 |
| Standard Warranty | 5 Years / 70,000 km | 5 Years / 70,000 km |
★ Green highlights indicate the stronger value in each row. Prices are ex-showroom India averages and may vary by city.
Variant-wise Price Comparison
All variants laid out — find the right one for your budget
Splendor Plus XTEC Variants
Splendor Plus Variants
Pros & Cons
Honest strengths and weaknesses of each bike
Pros
- Fully digital Bluetooth-enabled instrument console
- Call & SMS alerts on dashboard
- Gear indicator for easier riding
- Clock and distance-to-empty display
- Service reminder functionality
- Higher ARAI mileage at 73 km/l
- LED tail / brake light
- Front disc brake option available (₹81,689)
- OBD2B compliance — latest emission standard
Cons
- Higher starting price (₹78,647 vs ₹74,958)
- No USB charging port
- Only 2 variants — less choice
- No LED headlamp
- Same engine as standard model — no extra performance
Pros
- Lower starting price at ₹74,958
- 4 variants — more choice for every budget
- USB charging port on i3S and Black Accent variants
- i3S stop-start technology on i3S variant
- Proven, legendary long-term reliability
- Outstanding resale value
- Identical engine, brakes, chassis and weight
- Lower ownership and maintenance costs
Cons
- Analogue-only instrument console
- No Bluetooth or mobile connectivity
- No gear indicator
- No clock or distance-to-empty
- No disc brake option across any variant
- Lower ARAI mileage rating (70 km/l)
- Halogen tail light vs LED on XTEC
Key Differences Explained
What really sets these two bikes apart
Engine — Identical Core
Both bikes share the same 97.2 cc air-cooled, 2-valve engine producing 8.02 PS and 8.05 Nm. There is no difference in engine hardware or tune. The XTEC does carry a newer OBD2B emission calibration, which may partly explain its marginally higher claimed mileage of 73 km/l vs 70 km/l. For everyday riders, both will feel identical on the road.
Digital Features & Connectivity
This is the defining difference between the two bikes. The XTEC gets a fully digital Bluetooth-enabled console with call and SMS alerts, gear indicator, clock, distance-to-empty, service reminder, and digital readings for speed, fuel, and trip. The standard Splendor Plus uses a basic analogue instrument cluster with no connectivity whatsoever.
Fuel Efficiency & Range
The XTEC claims 73 km/l (ARAI) against the standard model's 70 km/l — a 4.3% advantage on paper, likely attributed to OBD2B calibration. With the same 9.8-litre tank, the XTEC offers a slightly longer theoretical range of ~650–715 km versus ~580–650 km for the standard model. Real-world differences will be minimal for most riders.
Braking Options
The XTEC has a meaningful advantage here — its top Disc OBD2B variant (₹81,689) offers a 240 mm front disc brake, which the standard Splendor Plus does not offer on any variant at all. All standard Splendor Plus variants are drum-only front and rear. Both use CBS (combined braking system) on drum variants. Riders who value front disc braking must opt for the XTEC.
Lighting
The XTEC gains an LED brake/tail light over the standard model's halogen tail light. Both use halogen headlamps with no DRLs or projector lighting. While neither bike offers full LED lighting, the XTEC's LED tail light adds marginal safety visibility from behind. The standard Splendor Plus does not offer LED lighting at any point in its variant lineup.
Price & Value
The standard Splendor Plus starts ₹3,689 cheaper at ₹74,958 and tops out at ₹77,406 — significantly less than the XTEC's ₹81,689 top disc variant. For budget-conscious buyers who don't need digital features, the standard model offers an identical ownership experience at lower cost. However, at ₹78,647, the XTEC drum variant delivers considerably more features per rupee than it may initially appear.
Expert Verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
Buy the Splendor Plus XTEC if…
- You want a digital console with Bluetooth connectivity
- Call & SMS alerts on the dashboard matter to you
- A gear indicator helps your riding comfort
- You want a clock and distance-to-empty display
- A front disc brake option is important (₹81,689)
- You value service reminders and a modern cluster
- Slightly better official mileage (73 vs 70 km/l) is a draw
Buy the Splendor Plus if…
- You want the lowest possible purchase price (₹74,958)
- Digital features and connectivity are not a priority
- You prefer the i3S stop-start or USB charging port
- You want maximum variant choice (4 options)
- Long-term resale value is your top concern
- You're buying for rural use with simple servicing needs
- Simplicity and proven mechanical reliability are key
Overall Winner for Most Urban Buyers: Hero Splendor Plus XTEC. At just ₹3,689 more than the base Splendor Plus, the XTEC adds meaningful real-world features — a fully digital Bluetooth console, call and SMS alerts, gear indicator, clock, distance-to-empty, and service reminder — along with a disc brake option and LED tail light. For daily urban commuters, these additions justify the small premium. Choose the standard Hero Splendor Plus only if your budget is the deciding factor, you ride in rural areas with limited connectivity needs, or you specifically want the i3S stop-start technology or USB port, which the XTEC currently doesn't offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions answered by our experts
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is better for most urban buyers who want Bluetooth connectivity, a digital console, call and SMS alerts, a gear indicator, and a disc brake option. The standard Hero Splendor Plus is better if the lowest purchase price is your priority, or if you specifically want the i3S stop-start variant or USB charging port which the XTEC doesn't offer.
The Hero Splendor Plus starts at ₹74,958 while the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC starts at ₹78,647 ex-showroom — a difference of ₹3,689 at the base level. The XTEC's disc variant tops out at ₹81,689, compared to ₹77,406 for the Splendor Plus Million Edition top variant — a gap of ₹4,283 at the top. Both prices may vary by city.
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has a slightly better ARAI claimed mileage of 73 km/l compared to 70 km/l for the standard Splendor Plus. Both share the same 97.2cc engine, so the XTEC's advantage is attributed to its OBD2B emission calibration. Real-world mileage is 60–68 km/l for the XTEC versus 58–65 km/l for the standard model — a marginal difference in day-to-day use.
Yes, the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC comes with Bluetooth connectivity as standard on both its variants. The Bluetooth-enabled digital console displays incoming call and SMS alerts directly. The standard Hero Splendor Plus does not offer Bluetooth or any mobile connectivity on any of its four variants.
For most urban commuters, yes. A ₹3,689 premium brings a fully digital console, Bluetooth, call and SMS alerts, gear indicator, clock, distance-to-empty, service reminder, LED tail light, and a disc brake option. These are meaningful, daily-use upgrades. If you use your smartphone while commuting and ride in urban traffic, the XTEC's features justify the small premium over the standard model.
No, the standard Hero Splendor Plus does not have a disc brake option on any of its four variants — all variants use drum brakes front and rear. The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC, however, is available with a 240 mm front disc brake on its top Disc OBD2B variant priced at ₹81,689.