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TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Hero Electric Photon HX Comparison

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Apache RTR 160 vs Photon HX Comparison Overview

Key HighlightsApache RTR 160Photon HX
Price1.11 L78,780
Power159.7 CCN/A
ClassCommuterScooter
Mileage47 KM/L108 Km/Full Charge
Apache RTR 160
TVS Apache RTR 160
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹1.11 L
Photon HX
Hero Electric Photon HX
*Ex-Showroom Price
₹78,780
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TVS Apache RTR 160
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Hero Electric Photon HX
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78,780
OverviewSpecificationFeatures

Overview

User Rating
7.9
5.3
Design7.506.00
Performance7.005.00
Fuel Consumption8.005.50
Significance9.006.00
Safety7.005.00
Comfort8.005.00
Value For Money8.505.00

Specifications

Max Torque13.85 Nm @ 7000 Rpm1.8 KW

Features

Alloy Wheels No Yes
Telescopic Suspension No Yes
Digital Instrument Cluster No Yes
LED Headlamp No Yes
USB Port No Yes

Pros Cons of TVS Apache RTR 160

Pros

  • Offers a fun and peppy ride with three riding modes: Rain, Urban, and Sport
  • Lightweight at 138 kg, providing agile handling and easy maneuverability in city traffic
  • Fully digital instrument cluster with SmartXonnect system and Bluetooth connectivity for modern features like navigation

Cons

    • Engine shows its age, with vibrations setting in after 80 kmph
    • Ride quality feels too soft, and the front suspension bottoms out over sharp bumps
    • Ergonomics may feel cramped for taller and heavy-set riders, limiting comfort on longer rides

Verdict

The TVS Apache RTR 160 2V remains a fun and agile motorcycle, especially in urban settings, with a peppy engine and lightweight frame. However, the engine’s age shows with noticeable vibrations at higher speeds, and its softer suspension affects ride quality on rough roads. While it’s still a good option for those looking for a simple, no-nonsense ride, the marginal price difference with the more advanced Apache RTR 160 4V makes the latter a better choice in this segment.

Pros Cons Hero Electric Photon HX

Pros

  • Decent charging time
  • 80 km range
  • Light weight

Cons

  • Top speed could be better
  • Built quality
  • Limited sales

Verdict

The Hero Electric Photon is the company’s premium commuter scooter, and is quite a popular model from Hero Electric's line up. The Photon has a top speed of 45 kmph, comes with claimed range of 90 km and takes 5 hours for a full charge. The electric scooter comes with a removable battery, regenerative braking, LED headlamp, LCD instrument cluster, and alloy wheels, with telescopic front suspension.

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