KTM 160 Duke Vs Hero Xtreme 250R comparison

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New Delhi

₹ 1.71 Lakh

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₹ 1.76 Lakh

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KTM 160 Duke Vs Hero Xtreme 250R Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the 160 Duke Vs Xtreme 250R on carandbike to make an informed buying decision as to which bike to buy in 2026. This comparison has been carried out on the basis of prices, engine specifications, mileage, and features of these two-wheelers.

160 Duke Vs Xtreme 250R – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Hero Xtreme 250R in New Delhi starts at ₹ 1.76 Lakh. On the other hand, KTM 160 Duke price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 1.71 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 1.79 Lakh for range topping model.

Summary	KTM 160 Duke	Hero Xtreme 250R
Price	₹ 1.71 Lakh	₹ 1.76 Lakh
Manufacturer	KTM	Hero
Body Type	Sports	Sports
Mileage	38.00 KM/L	N/A
Power	18.7 bhp @ 9,500 rpm bhp	30 bhp
Engine	164.2 CC	249.0 CC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

160 Duke Vs Xtreme 250R – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Hero Xtreme 250R base engine returns 0 KM/L. The KTM 160 Duke base returns 38 KM/L.

160 Duke Vs Xtreme 250R – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Hero Xtreme 250R gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the KTM 160 Duke comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type	Liquid Cooled, Single-cylinder, SOHC	4-stroke, 4-valve, Single-cylinder, Liquid-cooled, DOHC
Engine CC	164.2 CC	249.0 CC
Engine Power	18.7 Bhp @ 9,500 Rpm	30
Max Torque	15.5 Nm @ 7,500 Rpm	25
Top Speed	120 kmph	N/A
No. of Gears	6 Gears	6 Gears
Emission Standard	BS6	BS6 Phase 2
Valves per Cylinder	4	4
Cooling System	Liquid Cooled	Liquid-cooled
Fuel Delivery	FI	Fuel Injection
Starting Mechanism	Electric Self-Start	N/A

Dimension and Weight

Length	2072 mm	2023 mm
Width	831 mm	828 mm
Height	1109 mm	1062 mm
Wheelbase	1357 mm	1375 mm
Ground Clearance	174 mm	167 mm
Kerb Weight	147 kg	167 kg
Seat Height	815 mm	806 mm
Chassis Type	Split Trellis Frame	Steel Trellis Frame

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity	10.1 L	11.5 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity	N/A	N/A
Mileage	38.00 KM/L	N/A
Overall Riding Range	380 km	N/A

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension	WP USD Fork (138 Mm Travel)	43 Mm Upside-down Forks
Rear Suspension	Monoshock (161 Mm Travel)	Gas-charged Mono-shock, 6-step Pre-load Adjustable
Front Brake Type	Disc (radial Caliper)	Disc
Front Disc/Drum Size	320 mm	320 mm
Rear Brake Type	Disc (floating Caliper)	Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size	230 mm	230 mm
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Front Tyre	110/70-17	110/70-17
Rear Tyre	140/60-17	150/60-17
Wheel Type	17-inch Alloy Wheels	Alloy

Standard Features

Instrument Console	Fully Digital	Digital LCD Dis
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Start Mechanism	Self-start Only	Electric Start
Hazard Warning Indicator	No	No
Stand Indicator	Yes	No
Tripmeter Count		-
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Digital
Tachometer	Digital	Digital
Low Battery Indicator	No	No
Gear Indicator	Yes	No
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	Yes
Service Reminder Indicator	Yes	No
Pillion Seat Type	Stepped Seat	Split Seat
Remote Key	No	No
Cruise Control	No	No

Safety Features

Traction Control	No	No
ABS	Dual-channel AB	Dual Channel
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft	No	No

Electricals

Head Light	Dual LED Headlight	LED
Tail Light	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	Yes	Yes
DRLs	Yes	Yes
AHO (Automatic Headlight On)	No	No
Hazard Warning Indicator	No	No

Advanced Features

Mobile Phone Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
GPS & Navigation	Yes	Yes
USB Charging Port	No	Yes
SOS	No	No

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty	2-year Warranty	No
Standard Vehicle Warranty	10 Years (extended Warranty Offered)	No

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