AI Verdict

Royal Enfield Hunter 350vsRoyal Enfield Meteor 350

Our AI verdict

It's a close call

Both share the same 349cc J-series engine and power output, so this comes down to priorities rather than outright performance. The Hunter 350 is the sharper, lighter, more affordable choice for city riding and value, while the Meteor 350 justifies its higher price with dual-channel ABS, LED lighting, Bluetooth navigation, and a relaxed cruiser stance for longer rides.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Standard

₹1.38 - ₹1.7 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Lighter on Its Feet
At 181 kg kerb weight versus the Meteor's 191 kg, the Hunter 350 feels nimbler for quick city maneuvers.
Better Fuel Economy
ARAI-rated 36.2 kmpl beats the Meteor's owner-reported 32 kmpl, meaning fewer fuel stops.
Significantly Cheaper
Priced at ₹1,37,640 ex-showroom, the Hunter undercuts the Meteor's ₹1,99,990 by over ₹62,000.

AI Match

50%

It's a tie

Performance
70%
Comfort
62%
Efficiency
80%
Features & Tech
55%
Safety
60%
Ownership
75%
Practicality
72%
Value
85%

Royal Enfield Meteor 350

Fireball

₹1.99 - ₹2.23 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Dual-Channel ABS for Added Safety
Unlike the Hunter's single-channel setup, the Meteor gets dual-channel ABS with a rear disc brake instead of a drum.
Full LED Lighting Suite
LED headlamp, tail light, turn signals and DRLs give the Meteor a modern, more visible lighting package versus the Hunter's halogen units.
Smarter Connected Instrument Cluster
Bluetooth connectivity with turn-by-turn navigation and call/SMS alert support trumps the Hunter's optional-only connectivity.

AI · Personalisation

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Personalised recommendation

Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

78% Match

Hunter 350 is lighter, cheaper, and more flickable in city traffic with better efficiency and a lower price tag, making it the sharper daily runabout.

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Why Hunter 350 for you?

Lower Price, Easier on Wallet

At Rs 137,640 ex-showroom versus Rs 199,990, the Hunter 350 is significantly cheaper to buy, freeing up budget for a daily commuter.

Better Fuel Efficiency

36.2 kmpl ARAI figure beats the Meteor's 32 kmpl owner-reported mileage, meaning real savings on daily office runs.

Lighter & More Nimble

At 181 kg kerb weight and shorter wheelbase, the Hunter is easier to filter through traffic and park compared to the heavier 191 kg Meteor.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Royal Enfield Hunter 350 and Royal Enfield Meteor 350 stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Royal Enfield Meteor 350

What the shape reveals

The radar shows near-identical engine muscle but diverging personalities: the Hunter leans into efficiency, light weight and value, while the Meteor trades some of that for richer tech, safety redundancy and cruiser-style comfort.

Lighter on Its Feet

At 181 kg kerb weight versus the Meteor's 191 kg, the Hunter 350 feels nimbler for quick city maneuvers.

Better Fuel Economy

ARAI-rated 36.2 kmpl beats the Meteor's owner-reported 32 kmpl, meaning fewer fuel stops.

Dual-Channel ABS for Added Safety

Unlike the Hunter's single-channel setup, the Meteor gets dual-channel ABS with a rear disc brake instead of a drum.

Full LED Lighting Suite

LED headlamp, tail light, turn signals and DRLs give the Meteor a modern, more visible lighting package versus the Hunter's halogen units.

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.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Strengths for those who prioritise performance, efficiency and value.

Lighter on Its Feet
At 181 kg kerb weight versus the Meteor's 191 kg, the Hunter 350 feels nimbler for quick city maneuvers.
Better Fuel Economy
ARAI-rated 36.2 kmpl beats the Meteor's owner-reported 32 kmpl, meaning fewer fuel stops.
Significantly Cheaper
Priced at ₹1,37,640 ex-showroom, the Hunter undercuts the Meteor's ₹1,99,990 by over ₹62,000.
Longer Riding Range per Tank Fill Efficiency
Despite a smaller 13-litre tank, its better mileage still delivers a strong 455 km range figure close to the Meteor's.
Sportier Ground Clearance Trade-off for Agility
Its shorter 1370mm wheelbase makes it more flickable for tight urban streets compared to the longer Meteor.

Royal Enfield Meteor 350

Strengths for those who prioritise safety, performance and features.

Dual-Channel ABS for Added Safety
Unlike the Hunter's single-channel setup, the Meteor gets dual-channel ABS with a rear disc brake instead of a drum.
Full LED Lighting Suite
LED headlamp, tail light, turn signals and DRLs give the Meteor a modern, more visible lighting package versus the Hunter's halogen units.
Smarter Connected Instrument Cluster
Bluetooth connectivity with turn-by-turn navigation and call/SMS alert support trumps the Hunter's optional-only connectivity.
Tubeless Tyres Across Both Wheels
The Meteor's tubeless tyre setup offers better puncture resilience on the road compared to the Hunter's tubed tyres.
More Comfortable Cruiser Ergonomics
A lower 765mm seat height, longer 1400mm wheelbase and larger 15-litre tank suit relaxed long-distance cruising better than the Hunter.

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 Last Park Location
Lights
Headlight Halogen Headlamp LED Headlamp
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights) 1
Brake/Tail Light Halogen Bulb LED
Hazard Warning Lights 1 1
Pass Light 1 1
Turn Signal Halogen Bulb LED
Seat & Storage
Under Seat Storage No No
Pillion Seat Stepped Seat Stepped Seat
Pillion Comfort Footrest, Grab rail Footrest, Grab rail

Max Power	20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm	20.2 bhp @ 6100 rpm
Max Torque	27 Nm @ 4000 rpm	27 Nm @ 4000 rpm
Top Speed	130 kmph
Transmission	5 Speed Manual	5 Speed Manual
Riding Range	455 km	480 km
Riding Modes	No	No
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Displacement	349.34 cc	349.34 cc
Mileage - Owner Reported	35 kmpl	32 kmpl
Transmission Type	Chain Drive	Chain Drive
Gear Shifting Pattern	1 Down 4 Up	1 Down 4 Up
Clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch	Assist And Slipper Clutch
Engine Type	1 Cylinder, Air/Oil Cooled, 2 Valves	1 Cylinder, Air/Oil Cooled, 2 Valves
Bore x Stroke	72 mm x 85.8 mm	72 mm x 85.8 mm
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	9.5 : 1
Spark Plugs	1 Per Cylinder	1 Per Cylinder
Battery	12 V - 8 Ah VRLA	12V, 8 Ah, VRLA (Maintenance Free)
Emission Standard	BS6 Phase 2B	BS6 Phase 2B
Mileage - ARAI	36.2 kmpl

Braking System	Single Channel ABS	Dual Channel ABS
Front Brake	Disc, 300 mm, 2 piston caliper	Disc, 300 mm, 2 piston caliper
Rear Brake	Drum, 153 mm	Disc, 270 mm, 1 piston caliper
Wheel Type	Spoke	Alloy
Wheel Size	Front - 17 inch, Rear - 17 inch	Front - 19 inch, Rear - 17 inch
Tyre Size	Front - 100/80 - 17, Rear - 120/80 - 17	Front - 100/90 - 19, Rear - 140/70 - 17
Tyre Type	Tubed	Tubeless
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only)	Front - 29 psi, Rear - 32 psi	Front - 32 psi, Rear - 32 psi
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Front - 29 psi, Rear - 33 psi	Front - 32 psi, Rear - 36 psi

Front Suspension	Telescopic, 41mm forks, 130mm travel	Telescopic, 41mm forks, 130mm travel
Rear Suspension	Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload	Twin tube emulsion shock absorbers with 6-step adjustable preload
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster	1	1
Chassis Type	Double-downtube Frame	Twin Downtube Spine Frame

Vehicle Warranty	30,000 km or 3 years	30,000 km or 3 years
No. of Free Services	4	4
1st Service	500 km or 45 days	500 km or 45 days
2nd Service	5000 km or 180 days	5000 km or 180 days
3rd Service	10000 km or 365 days	10000 km or 365 days
4th Service	15000 km or 540 days	15000 km or 540 days

Kerb Weight	181 kg	191 kg
Seat Height	790 mm	765 mm
Ground Clearance	160 mm	170 mm
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)	2055 mm x 810 mm x 1070 mm	2140 mm x 845 mm x 1140 mm
Wheelbase	1370 mm	1400 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	13 litres	15 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity	2.6 litres	3 litres

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

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

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

Speedometer	Analogue	Analogue
Tachometer	No	No
Clock	1	1
Gear Indicator		1
Instrument Console	LCD Semi-Digital Display with Brightness Control	LCD Semi-Digital Display with Brightness Control
Mobile Phone Connectivity	Optional	Bluetooth
GPS & Navigation	Optional	Turn by Turn Navigation
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	2 Tripmeters, Digital	2 Tripmeters, Digital
Stand Alarm	1
Low Battery Indicator	1	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	Digital	Digital
Low Fuel Indicator	1	1
Low Oil Indicator	1	1
Service Reminder Indicator	1	1

Royal Enfield Hunter 350vsRoyal Enfield Meteor 350

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Royal Enfield Meteor 350

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.

Royal Enfield Hunter 350

Royal Enfield Meteor 350

Features that matter every day.

Power & Performance

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis

Warranty and Services

Dimensions

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring

Lights

Seat & Storage

Instrument Cluster

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