Hero Splendor Plus XtecvsTVS Radeon
Our AI verdict
It's a close call
Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
Drum Brake - OBD 2B
₹79,703 - ₹82,239
Ex-showroom price
Class-Leading Mileage
The Splendor Plus Xtec delivers an ARAI-rated 73 kmpl versus the Radeon's owner-reported 63 kmpl, meaning noticeably lower fuel costs over time.
Longer Warranty Cover
Hero backs the Xtec with a 70,000 km or 5-year warranty, outlasting the Radeon's 60,000 km or 5-year coverage.
Longer Riding Range
With a 637 km riding range on a tank versus the Radeon's 630 km, the Xtec squeezes out a bit more distance before refueling.
AI Match
It's a tie
- 58%
Performance
- 62%
Comfort
- 88%
Efficiency
- 60%
Features & Tech
- 60%
Safety
- 75%
Ownership
- 65%
Practicality
- 72%
Value
TVS Radeon
All Black Edition
₹56,850 - ₹78,200
Ex-showroom price
Bigger Engine Displacement
The Radeon's 109.7cc engine outsizes the Splendor Plus Xtec's 97.2cc unit, giving it a capacity edge for pulling power.
Higher Top Speed
The Radeon tops out at 90 kmph compared to the Xtec's 87 kmph, giving it a slight edge for highway stretches.
More Torque on Tap
With 8.7 Nm of torque versus the Xtec's 8.05 Nm, and delivered lower in the rev range at 4500 rpm versus 6000 rpm, the Radeon feels punchier at low speeds.
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Personalised recommendation
Daily CommuterYour AI pick
Hero Splendor Plus Xtec
Splendor Plus Xtec edges ahead for daily commuting thanks to its class-leading claimed fuel efficiency and lower running costs, key priorities for stop-and-go traffic and short hops.
See Full ComparisonWhy Splendor Plus Xtec for you?
Superior claimed mileage
73 kmpl (ARAI) vs 63 kmpl (owner reported) means fewer fuel stops and lower running costs for daily riders.
Silent, easy restarts in traffic
Automatic Start-Stop plus Silent Start tech suits stop-go city commuting, reducing engine idling fuel waste.
Longer service intervals feel lighter
Similar 5 free services but overall simple ownership experience with strong warranty coverage of 70,000 km/5 years.
Every vehicle has a different personality.
Find out how the Hero Splendor Plus Xtec and TVS Radeon stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.
What the shape reveals
The radar shows a classic mileage-vs-muscle trade-off: the Splendor Plus Xtec pulls ahead on efficiency and ownership while the Radeon edges out on raw performance, with both bikes nearly tied on comfort, features, safety and practicality since they share almost identical commuter architecture.
Class-Leading Mileage
The Splendor Plus Xtec delivers an ARAI-rated 73 kmpl versus the Radeon's owner-reported 63 kmpl, meaning noticeably lower fuel costs over time.
Longer Warranty Cover
Hero backs the Xtec with a 70,000 km or 5-year warranty, outlasting the Radeon's 60,000 km or 5-year coverage.
Bigger Engine Displacement
The Radeon's 109.7cc engine outsizes the Splendor Plus Xtec's 97.2cc unit, giving it a capacity edge for pulling power.
Higher Top Speed
The Radeon tops out at 90 kmph compared to the Xtec's 87 kmph, giving it a slight edge for highway stretches.
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 Xtec
Strengths for those who prioritise efficiency, value and range.
Class-Leading Mileage
The Splendor Plus Xtec delivers an ARAI-rated 73 kmpl versus the Radeon's owner-reported 63 kmpl, meaning noticeably lower fuel costs over time.
Longer Warranty Cover
Hero backs the Xtec with a 70,000 km or 5-year warranty, outlasting the Radeon's 60,000 km or 5-year coverage.
Longer Riding Range
With a 637 km riding range on a tank versus the Radeon's 630 km, the Xtec squeezes out a bit more distance before refueling.
Newer Emission Compliance
The Xtec runs on the more advanced BS6 Phase 2B emission standard, a step ahead of the Radeon's BS6 Phase 2.
Simpler, Cleaner Start
Automatic Start Stop plus Silent Start tech on the Xtec is paired with a dedicated Self Start only setup, keeping the starting mechanism light and modern.
TVS Radeon
Strengths for those who prioritise power and range.
Bigger Engine Displacement
The Radeon's 109.7cc engine outsizes the Splendor Plus Xtec's 97.2cc unit, giving it a capacity edge for pulling power.
Higher Top Speed
The Radeon tops out at 90 kmph compared to the Xtec's 87 kmph, giving it a slight edge for highway stretches.
More Torque on Tap
With 8.7 Nm of torque versus the Xtec's 8.05 Nm, and delivered lower in the rev range at 4500 rpm versus 6000 rpm, the Radeon feels punchier at low speeds.
Kick-Start Backup
The Radeon offers both Kick and Self Start, giving riders a mechanical fallback that the Xtec's Self Start-only system lacks.
Grippier Rear Rubber
The Radeon's wider 3.00 x 18 rear tyre compared to the Xtec's 80/100-18 setup can offer a more planted rear-end feel.
Features that matter every day.
Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.
Power & Performance
Brakes & Wheels
Suspensions & Chassis
Warranty and Services
Dimensions
Safety & Convenience
Mobile App Monitoring
Lights
Seat & Storage
Additional Features
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