TVS Star City PlusvsTVS XL 100 Heavy Duty
Our AI recommends
TVS Star City Plus
78% Match
TVS Star City Plus
Drum
₹72,500 - ₹75,200
Ex-showroom price
Nearly Double the Power
The Star City Plus produces 8.08 bhp and 8.7 Nm versus the XL 100 HD's 4.3 bhp and 6.5 Nm, giving noticeably stronger acceleration and top speed of 90 kmph versus 58 kmph.
Tubeless Tyres and Alloy Wheels
Tubeless tyres on alloy wheels offer better puncture safety and a more modern look compared to the XL 100 HD's tubed tyres on spoke wheels.
Far Longer Warranty Coverage
A 60,000 km or 5-year warranty with 5 free services dwarfs the XL 100 HD's 36,000 km or 3-year warranty with only 3 free services.
AI Match
TVS Star City Plus
- 62%
Performance
- 62%
Comfort
- 78%
Efficiency
- 60%
Features & Tech
- 58%
Safety
- 78%
Ownership
- 65%
Practicality
- 68%
Value
TVS XL 100 Heavy Duty
Kick Start
₹45,350 - ₹61,360
Ex-showroom price
Lowest Entry Price
At Rs. 48,250 ex-showroom, the XL 100 HD is significantly cheaper than the Star City Plus, making it the more accessible option.
Best-in-Class Mileage
Owner-reported efficiency of 57 kmpl edges toward frugality, though the Star City Plus actually reports higher; the XL 100 HD compensates with an ultra-light 88 kg kerb weight that keeps running costs down.
Featherweight Build
At just 88 kg kerb weight versus 115 kg for the Star City Plus, the XL 100 HD is easier to maneuver in tight spaces and load up for cargo duty.
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TVS XL 100 Heavy Duty
For pure city commuting, the XL 100 HD's lower price, class-leading mileage, and light kerb weight make it a more efficient and affordable daily runabout, though the Star City Plus offers more comfort and self-start convenience.
See Full ComparisonWhy XL 100 Heavy Duty for you?
Cheaper to buy
At Rs 48,250 ex-showroom vs Rs 72,500, the XL 100 HD costs far less upfront, which matters most for a budget-conscious daily commuter.
Better fuel economy
57 kmpl owner-reported mileage is strong for stop-go traffic, though the Star City Plus actually reports even higher at 70 kmpl.
Lighter and nimbler
At just 88 kg kerb weight, the XL 100 HD is easier to filter through traffic and park in tight city spaces.
Every vehicle has a different personality.
Find out how the TVS Star City Plus and TVS XL 100 Heavy Duty stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.
TVS Star City Plus pulls ahead overall
The XL 100 HD's radar is compressed toward efficiency and value while everything else is modest, reflecting its identity as a bare-bones utility moped; the Star City Plus pushes outward on performance, features, and ownership, showing it's built as a more complete, higher-spec commuter motorcycle.
Nearly Double the Power
The Star City Plus produces 8.08 bhp and 8.7 Nm versus the XL 100 HD's 4.3 bhp and 6.5 Nm, giving noticeably stronger acceleration and top speed of 90 kmph versus 58 kmph.
Tubeless Tyres and Alloy Wheels
Tubeless tyres on alloy wheels offer better puncture safety and a more modern look compared to the XL 100 HD's tubed tyres on spoke wheels.
Far Longer Warranty Coverage
A 60,000 km or 5-year warranty with 5 free services dwarfs the XL 100 HD's 36,000 km or 3-year warranty with only 3 free services.
A Trade-off
At Rs. 48,250 ex-showroom, the XL 100 HD is significantly cheaper than the Star City Plus, making it the more accessible option.
Strengths that matter every day.
A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.
TVS Star City Plus
Strengths for those who prioritise power, safety and value.
Nearly Double the Power
The Star City Plus produces 8.08 bhp and 8.7 Nm versus the XL 100 HD's 4.3 bhp and 6.5 Nm, giving noticeably stronger acceleration and top speed of 90 kmph versus 58 kmph.
Tubeless Tyres and Alloy Wheels
Tubeless tyres on alloy wheels offer better puncture safety and a more modern look compared to the XL 100 HD's tubed tyres on spoke wheels.
Far Longer Warranty Coverage
A 60,000 km or 5-year warranty with 5 free services dwarfs the XL 100 HD's 36,000 km or 3-year warranty with only 3 free services.
Bigger Tank, Longer Range
A 10-litre fuel tank enables a 700 km riding range, far surpassing the XL 100 HD's 4-litre tank and 228 km range, meaning fewer fuel stops.
Modern Convenience Features
Self-start, an LED headlamp, and a pass light give the Star City Plus a more contemporary and convenient riding experience than the XL 100 HD's kick-start and halogen lighting.
TVS XL 100 Heavy Duty
Strengths for those who prioritise value, efficiency and performance.
Lowest Entry Price
At Rs. 48,250 ex-showroom, the XL 100 HD is significantly cheaper than the Star City Plus, making it the more accessible option.
Best-in-Class Mileage
Owner-reported efficiency of 57 kmpl edges toward frugality, though the Star City Plus actually reports higher; the XL 100 HD compensates with an ultra-light 88 kg kerb weight that keeps running costs down.
Featherweight Build
At just 88 kg kerb weight versus 115 kg for the Star City Plus, the XL 100 HD is easier to maneuver in tight spaces and load up for cargo duty.
Automatic Simplicity
With a CVT automatic transmission and automatic clutch, the XL 100 HD requires no gear shifting, simplifying rides for utility use.
Purpose-Built Utility Extras
Features like a removable rear seat, rear duragrip tyre, and I-TOUCH start cater specifically to load-carrying and everyday utility riders.
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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