TVS Apache RTR 160 Vs Bajaj Platina 100 comparison

Ex-Showroom Price

New Delhi

₹ 1.12 Lakh

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₹ 65,407

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TVS Apache RTR 160 Vs Bajaj Platina 100 Comparison: Which Bike is Better?

Trying to figure out which of these bikes or scooters to buy? Compare the Apache RTR 160 Vs Platina 100 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.

Apache RTR 160 Vs Platina 100 – Which model is Cheapest?

The ex-showroom price of the Bajaj Platina 100 in New Delhi starts at ₹ 65,407. On the other hand, TVS Apache RTR 160 price in New Delhi of base variant starts at ₹ 1.12 Lakh and goes up to Rs. ₹ 1.24 Lakh for range topping model.

Summary	TVS Apache RTR 160	Bajaj Platina 100
Price	₹ 1.12 Lakh	₹ 65,407
Manufacturer	TVS	Bajaj
Body Type	Commuter	Commuter
Mileage	47.00 KM/L	96.90 KM/L
Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm bhp	8 bhp @ 7500 rpm bhp
Engine	159.7 CC	99.6 CC
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol

Apache RTR 160 Vs Platina 100 – Which gives Better Mileage?

As for the claimed fuel efficiency, the Bajaj Platina 100 base engine returns 97 KM/L. The TVS Apache RTR 160 base returns 47 KM/L.

Apache RTR 160 Vs Platina 100 – Which has a Better Engine Efficiency?

In the powertrain department, the Bajaj Platina 100 gets bhp Petrol engine, whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 comes in bhp Petrol engine.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type	SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	4-Stroke, DTS-i, Single Cylinder
Engine CC	159.7 CC	99.6 CC
Engine Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 Rpm	8 Bhp @ 7500 Rpm
Max Torque	13.85 Nm @ 7000 Rpm	8.3 Nm @ 5500 Rpm
Top Speed	107 kmph	90 kmph
No. of Gears	5 Gears	4 Gears
Emission Standard	BS VI	BS6
Valves per Cylinder	2	2
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Fuel Delivery	Fuel Injection	Electronic Injection
Starting Mechanism	Self Start	Kick Start

Dimension and Weight

Length	2085 mm	2003 mm
Width	730 mm	713 mm
Height	1105 mm	1100 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm	1255 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	200 mm
Kerb Weight	137 kg	117 kg
Seat Height	790 mm	807 mm
Chassis Type	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	Tubular Single Down Tube With Lower Cradle Frame

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel tank Capacity	12.0 L	11.0 L
Reserve Fuel Capacity	2.5 L	2.0 L
Mileage	47.00 KM/L	96.90 KM/L
Overall Riding Range	564 km	770 km

Suspension Brakes & Wheels

Front Suspension	Telescopic With Hydraulic Dampers. 105mm Stroke	135 Mm, Hydraulic, Telescopic Type
Rear Suspension	Monotube Inverted Gas-filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid	110 Mm, Spring On Spring (SoS) With Nitrox Gas Canister
Front Brake Type	Disc	Drum
Front Disc/Drum Size	270 mm	130 mm
Rear Brake Type	Drum	Drum
Rear Disc/Drum Size	130 mm	110 mm
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tube Type, Regular Tread Pattern
Front Tyre	90/90-17 49P Tubeless	2.75 X 17 41 P
Rear Tyre	110/80-17 57P Tubeless	3.00 X 17 50 P
Wheel Type	Alloy Wheels	Alloy Wheels

Standard Features

Instrument Console	Digital	Analogue
Odometer	Digital	Analogue
Speedometer	Digital	Analogue
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Analogue
Start Mechanism	Electric Start	Self-Start
Hazard Warning Indicator	No	No
Stand Indicator	No	Yes
Tripmeter Count		Yes
Tripmeter Type	Digital	Analogue
Tachometer	Digital	No
Low Battery Indicator	Yes	Yes
Gear Indicator	No	No
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Clock	Yes	No
Service Reminder Indicator	No	No
Pillion Seat Type	Split Seat	Flat Seat
Remote Key	No	No
Cruise Control	No	No
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)		-
MUSCLED TANK		-
Roto Petal Disc Brakes		-
RTR ENGINE		-
Sculpted Digital Display		-
Synchronized Stiff Chassis		-
Alloy Wheels	-
Inverted GRS Suspension	-
LED DRL	-
New Console with Side Stand Indicators	-
New Viscous Air Filters	-
Nitrox Suspension	-
Rubber Footpads	-
Sporty Speed Line Graphics	-

Safety Features

Traction Control	No	No
ABS	Dual Channel	Anti-Skid Braking
Engine Kill Switch	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft	No	No

Electricals

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

Advanced Features

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

Manufacturer Warranty

Battery Warranty		2 Years
Standard Vehicle Warranty	5 Years Or 60,000 Km	5 Years

Additonal Features

Beast-Inspired Headlamps		-
Muscled Engine Cowl		-
Muscled Tail Cowl		-
Atft Engine Delivering 15.6 Bhp	-

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