AI Verdict

Hero Splendor PlusvsHonda Shine 100

Our AI verdict

It's a close call

The Splendor Plus and Shine 100 are both 100cc commuter workhorses aimed at the same buyer, but they lean in slightly different directions. The Splendor Plus counters with a stronger warranty, more free services, alloy wheels with tubeless tyres, and marginally more power, while the Shine 100 answers with better claimed mileage, under-seat storage, a kick-start backup, and a CBS braking system. Pick the Splendor Plus for lower long-term ownership hassle and tubeless-tyre peace of mind, or the Shine 100 for slightly better fuel economy and everyday convenience touches.

Hero Splendor Plus

Drum Brake - OBD 2B

₹76,177 - ₹78,712

Ex-showroom price

More Muscle Under the Hood
The Splendor Plus delivers 7.91 bhp against the Shine 100's 7.28 bhp, giving it a slight performance edge.
Tubeless Tyres for Peace of Mind
Unlike the Shine 100's tubed tyres, the Splendor Plus rides on tubeless rubber, reducing the risk of sudden deflation on the road.
Longer Warranty Coverage
Hero backs the Splendor Plus with a 70,000 km or 5-year warranty, far outlasting the Shine 100's 42,000 km or 3-year cover.

AI Match

50%

It's a tie

Performance
62%
Comfort
60%
Efficiency
70%
Features & Tech
55%
Safety
58%
Ownership
78%
Practicality
68%
Value
70%

Honda Shine 100

Standard

₹65,393 - ₹71,896

Ex-showroom price

Better Owner-Reported Mileage
The Shine 100 posts 65 kmpl versus the Splendor Plus's 62 kmpl, meaning fewer fuel stops over time.
Under-Seat Storage Convenience
The Shine 100 offers under-seat storage space that the Splendor Plus simply doesn't have.
CBS for Combined Braking Confidence
The Shine 100 features a Combined Braking System (CBS), while the Splendor Plus relies on an Integrated Braking System (IBS).

AI · Personalisation

Which one describes you?

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Personalised recommendation

Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Honda Shine 100

62% Match

Shine 100 edges out for daily commuting with slightly better mileage and CBS braking, though Splendor Plus counters with a longer warranty and more free services.

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Why Shine 100 for you?

Better fuel efficiency

Shine 100 offers 65 kmpl owner-reported mileage versus 62 kmpl on Splendor Plus, saving more on daily fuel costs.

CBS for city safety

Combined Braking System on Shine 100 helps in stop-and-go traffic, offering better control than the IBS setup on Splendor Plus.

Kick and self start flexibility

Shine 100 has both kick and self start, giving a backup option if the battery is weak during daily use.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Shine 100 stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Hero Splendor Plus

Honda Shine 100

What the shape reveals

The radar shows the Splendor Plus edging ahead on raw performance, ownership support and practicality thanks to its tubeless tyres and longer warranty, while the Shine 100 claws back ground on efficiency and features via its under-seat storage and kick-start option, leaving safety and comfort nearly tied.

More Muscle Under the Hood

The Splendor Plus delivers 7.91 bhp against the Shine 100's 7.28 bhp, giving it a slight performance edge.

Tubeless Tyres for Peace of Mind

Unlike the Shine 100's tubed tyres, the Splendor Plus rides on tubeless rubber, reducing the risk of sudden deflation on the road.

Better Owner-Reported Mileage

The Shine 100 posts 65 kmpl versus the Splendor Plus's 62 kmpl, meaning fewer fuel stops over time.

Under-Seat Storage Convenience

The Shine 100 offers under-seat storage space that the Splendor Plus simply doesn't have.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Hero Splendor Plus

Strengths for those who prioritise power, value and safety.

More Muscle Under the Hood
The Splendor Plus delivers 7.91 bhp against the Shine 100's 7.28 bhp, giving it a slight performance edge.
Tubeless Tyres for Peace of Mind
Unlike the Shine 100's tubed tyres, the Splendor Plus rides on tubeless rubber, reducing the risk of sudden deflation on the road.
Longer Warranty Coverage
Hero backs the Splendor Plus with a 70,000 km or 5-year warranty, far outlasting the Shine 100's 42,000 km or 3-year cover.
More Free Services Included
Owners get 5 free services on the Splendor Plus compared to just 3 on the Shine 100, easing early ownership costs.
Bigger Wheels and Rear Brake
The Splendor Plus runs larger 18-inch wheels front and rear with a 130 mm rear drum, versus the Shine 100's 17-inch wheels and smaller 110 mm rear drum.

Honda Shine 100

Strengths for those who prioritise efficiency, comfort and safety.

Better Owner-Reported Mileage
The Shine 100 posts 65 kmpl versus the Splendor Plus's 62 kmpl, meaning fewer fuel stops over time.
Under-Seat Storage Convenience
The Shine 100 offers under-seat storage space that the Splendor Plus simply doesn't have.
CBS for Combined Braking Confidence
The Shine 100 features a Combined Braking System (CBS), while the Splendor Plus relies on an Integrated Braking System (IBS).
Kick-Start Backup Option
The Shine 100 offers both kick and self start, giving riders a mechanical backup the self-start-only Splendor Plus lacks.
Silent Start Feature
The Shine 100 includes a dedicated silent start feature that isn't listed on the Splendor Plus.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Power & Performance

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis

Warranty and Services

Dimensions

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring
Vehicle Location Tracking No No
Lights
Headlight Halogen Headlamp Halogen Headlamp
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) 1
Brake/Tail Light Halogen Bulb Halogen Bulb
Pass Light 1 1
Turn Signal Halogen Bulb Halogen Bulb
Seat & Storage
Under Seat Storage No Yes
Pillion Seat Yes Yes
Pillion Comfort Footrest, Grab rail Footrest, Grab rail
Additional Features
Additional Features XSENS Advantage Technology

Max Power	7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm	7.28 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque	8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm	8.05 Nm @ 5000 rpm
Top Speed	87 kmph	85 kmph
Transmission	4 Speed Manual	4 Speed Manual
Riding Range	617.4 km	585 km
Riding Modes	No	No
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement	97.2 cc	98.98 cc
Mileage - Owner Reported	63 kmpl	65 kmpl
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	All 4 Up	All 4 Up
Clutch	Wet Multiplate	Wet Multiplate
Engine Type	1 Cylinder, Air Cooled, 2 Valves	1 Cylinder, Air Cooled, 2 Valves
Bore x Stroke	50 mm x 49.5 mm	47 mm x 57.04 mm
Compression Ratio	9.9:1	10.0:1
Spark Plugs	1 Per Cylinder	1 Per Cylinder
Battery	MF Battery, 12V - 3Ah	12V, 3.0Ah
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2B	BS6 Phase 2B

Braking System	IBS	CBS
Front Brake	Drum, 130 mm	Drum, 130 mm
Rear Brake	Drum, 130 mm	Drum, 110 mm
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	Front - 18 inch, Rear - 18 inch	Front - 17 inch, Rear - 17 inch
Tyre Size	Front - 80/100 - 18, Rear - 80/100 - 18	Front - 2.75 - 17 41P, Rear - 3.00 - 17 50P
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubed
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only)	Front - 25 psi, Rear - 28 psi	Front - 25 psi, Rear - 33 psi
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Front - 25 psi, Rear - 41 psi	Front - 25 psi, Rear - 41 psi

Front Suspension	Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers	Telescopic Forks
Rear Suspension	5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers	Dual Rear Shock Absorbers
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	1
Chassis Type	Tubular Double Cradle	Tubular Frame

Vehicle Warranty	70,000 km or 5 years	42,000 km or 3 years
No. of Free Services	5	3
1st Service	500-750 km or 60 days	750-1000 km or 15-30 days
2nd Service	3000-3500 km or 160 days	5500-6000 km or 165-180 days
3rd Service	6000-6500 km or 260 days	11500-12000 km or 350-365 days
4th Service	9000-9500 km or 360 days
5th Service	12000-12500 km or 460 days

Kerb Weight	112 kg	99 kg
Seat Height	785 mm	786 mm
Seat Length		677 mm
Ground Clearance	165 mm	168 mm
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)	2000 mm x 720 mm x 1052 mm	1995 mm x 754 mm x 1050 mm
Wheelbase	1236 mm	1245 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	9.8 litres	9 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity	1 litres	1.4 litres

USB Charging Port	No	No
Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Start Type	Self Start	Kick and Self Start
Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off	1	1
Adjustable levers	No	No
Windscreen	No	No
Center stand availability	1	1
Saree Guard	1	1
Quickshifter	No	No
Traction Control	No	No
Silent Start		1
Silencer Cover	1	1

Headlight	Halogen Headlamp	Halogen Headlamp
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	1
Brake/Tail Light	Halogen Bulb	Halogen Bulb
Pass Light	1	1
Turn Signal	Halogen Bulb	Halogen Bulb

Under Seat Storage	No	Yes
Pillion Seat	Yes	Yes
Pillion Comfort	Footrest, Grab rail	Footrest, Grab rail

Speedometer	Analogue	Analogue
Tachometer	No	No
Instrument Console	Analogue	Analogue
Mobile Phone Connectivity	No	No
GPS & Navigation	No	No
Odometer	Analogue	Analogue
Tripmeter	1 Tripmeter, Analogue	1 Tripmeter, Analogue
Stand Alarm		1
Hazard Warning Indicator	1	1
High Beam Indicator	1	1
Malfunction Indicator	1	1
OTA Updates	Not Available	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	No	No
Fuel Gauge	Analogue	Analogue
Low Fuel Indicator	1	1

Hero Splendor PlusvsHonda Shine 100

Hero Splendor Plus

Honda Shine 100

Which one describes you?

Daily Commuter

Enthusiast

Family Rider

Long-distance Rider

Every vehicle has a different personality.

What the shape reveals

Strengths that matter every day.

Hero Splendor Plus

Honda Shine 100

Features that matter every day.

Power & Performance

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis

Warranty and Services

Dimensions

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring

Lights

Seat & Storage

Additional Features

Instrument Cluster

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