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Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
65% Match
All Black - OBD 2B
₹58,977 - ₹71,470
Ex-showroom price
Kick Start Simplicity
The HF Deluxe relies on a straightforward kick start, which some riders prefer for its mechanical simplicity and lower long-term electrical dependency.
Grippier Tyre Spec
It comes with a 2.75 x 18 - 6PR/48P rear tyre rating versus the Xtec's 80/100-18, offering a slightly higher load capacity rating on paper.
Marginally Higher Peak Power
The HF Deluxe produces 7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm, a hair above the Xtec's 7.9 bhp at the same rpm.
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Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
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Features & Tech
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Drum Brake - OBD 2B
₹79,703 - ₹82,239
Ex-showroom price
Self-Start Convenience
The Splendor Plus Xtec offers self start instead of relying solely on a kick, making daily starts quicker and easier.
USB Charging Port
Riders can charge their phones on the go thanks to the built-in USB charging port, a feature absent on the HF Deluxe.
Higher ARAI Mileage Rating
With a 73 kmpl ARAI-certified efficiency figure, the Xtec is rated more fuel-efficient than the HF Deluxe's 65 kmpl owner-reported figure.
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Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
Splendor Plus Xtec's self-start, higher ARAI mileage and USB charging make it a more convenient everyday commuter, though HF Deluxe remains a solid budget option.
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Why Splendor Plus Xtec for you?
Self Start Convenience
Splendor Plus Xtec offers Self Start plus a Kill Switch and Automatic Start Stop, making stop-go traffic commuting far more convenient than HF Deluxe's Kick Start only.
Better Fuel Efficiency
With a 73 kmpl ARAI rating and 637 km riding range, Splendor Plus Xtec promises fewer fuel stops on daily runs compared to HF Deluxe's 591.5 km range.
USB Charging for Commuters
The USB charging port lets daily riders keep phones powered for navigation during commutes, a feature HF Deluxe lacks entirely.
Find out how the Hero HF Deluxe and Hero Splendor Plus Xtec stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.
Both bikes share nearly identical engines and chassis, so the gap comes almost entirely from the Xtec's added convenience tech (self-start, USB, auto start-stop) and slightly better efficiency/range, while the HF Deluxe stays purely basic.
Self-Start Convenience
The Splendor Plus Xtec offers self start instead of relying solely on a kick, making daily starts quicker and easier.
USB Charging Port
Riders can charge their phones on the go thanks to the built-in USB charging port, a feature absent on the HF Deluxe.
Higher ARAI Mileage Rating
With a 73 kmpl ARAI-certified efficiency figure, the Xtec is rated more fuel-efficient than the HF Deluxe's 65 kmpl owner-reported figure.
A Trade-off
The HF Deluxe relies on a straightforward kick start, which some riders prefer for its mechanical simplicity and lower long-term electrical dependency.
A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.
Strengths for those who prioritise greener running, performance and power.

Kick Start Simplicity
The HF Deluxe relies on a straightforward kick start, which some riders prefer for its mechanical simplicity and lower long-term electrical dependency.
Grippier Tyre Spec
It comes with a 2.75 x 18 - 6PR/48P rear tyre rating versus the Xtec's 80/100-18, offering a slightly higher load capacity rating on paper.
Marginally Higher Peak Power
The HF Deluxe produces 7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm, a hair above the Xtec's 7.9 bhp at the same rpm.
No Extra Electronics to Maintain
Without USB charging, auto start-stop, or silent start systems, the HF Deluxe has fewer electronic components that could need servicing over time.
Same Core Reliability Platform
It shares the same 97.2cc engine, 4-speed gearbox, and tubular double cradle chassis as the Xtec, delivering proven Hero commuter reliability without the added complexity.
Strengths for those who prioritise features, efficiency and range.

Self-Start Convenience
The Splendor Plus Xtec offers self start instead of relying solely on a kick, making daily starts quicker and easier.
USB Charging Port
Riders can charge their phones on the go thanks to the built-in USB charging port, a feature absent on the HF Deluxe.
Higher ARAI Mileage Rating
With a 73 kmpl ARAI-certified efficiency figure, the Xtec is rated more fuel-efficient than the HF Deluxe's 65 kmpl owner-reported figure.
Longer Riding Range
A 637 km riding range gives the Xtec noticeably more distance per tank compared to the HF Deluxe's 591.5 km.
Smart Idle-Stop Tech
Automatic Start-Stop and Silent Start features help reduce fuel consumption at idle and enable smoother, quieter restarts, tech the HF Deluxe lacks entirely.
Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.