Ampere Nexus vs Bajaj Pulsar N160 S

Last Updated: November 7, 2026

Ampere Nexus price starts at Rs. 1.30 Lakh, which is Rs. 7,961 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar N160 S, priced at Rs. 1.38 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Pulsar N160 S returns a claimed 44 kmpl, while the Nexus offers a claimed 136 km/charge. On the performance front, the Nexus uses a 3Kwh battery and the Pulsar N160 S a 164.82cc engine producing 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm. If you're deciding between the Nexus and Pulsar N160 S, the Nexus is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Nexus vs Pulsar N160 S Comparison Summary

Specification Ampere NexusBajaj Pulsar N160 S
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.30 LakhRs. 1.38 Lakh
Mileage / Range 136 km/charge44 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3 Kwh164.82 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
Kerb weight 126.4 Kg151 Kg

Nexus vs Pulsar N160 S Key Highlights

Basic Info Ampere Nexus EX+Bajaj Pulsar N160 S STD
Rating
11 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Ampere Bajaj
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.30 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.38 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available 4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI
Max Power Not Available 18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Ampere Nexus Colors
Bajaj Pulsar N160 S Colors
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 136 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 4 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.14/km Rs. 2.27/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 4,123 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 5,550 Nexus Insurance Rs. 11,010 Pulsar N160 S Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
93 km/Hr
114 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Wheel Torque
202 Nm
Not Available
Motor Torque
45 Nm
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Dedicated Charger Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
4 Stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, 4 Valve, Oil-Cooled, FI
Engine Displacement
Not Available
164.82 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
18.5 PS @ 9500 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
14.4 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
63.5 mm
Stroke
Not Available
52 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Mid Mount
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Disc
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Rear Caliper
Not Available
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
44 kmpl
0-100 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
16.55s
0-40 Kmph (sec)
4.5s
Not Available
Braking 60-0 km/h
Not Available
18.64m
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
122.5 PS/tonne
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
4.5s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Braking 80-0 km/h
Not Available
33.91m
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Claimed Real-world Range
90+ km/charge
Not Available
Roll-ons 30-70 kmph (3rd Gear)
Not Available
16.55s
Roll-ons 40-80 kmph (4th Gear)
Not Available
8.14s
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic
Upside Down Forks (37 mm)
Suspension-Rear
Dual Shock
Monoshock

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/90-12
Front :-100/80-17 Rear :-130/70-17
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-12 Inch
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
765 mm
795 mm
Load carrying capacity
200 kg
Not Available
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
2.8 L
Seat Length
712 mm
Not Available
Front Storage Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1900*721*1152 mm3
1989*743*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1319 mm
1348 mm
Length
1900 mm
1989 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
165 mm
Height
1152 mm
1050 mm
Width
721 mm
743 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
14 L
Kerb Weight
126.4 Kg
151 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
280 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
230 mm

Battery Type
LFP
Not Available
Motor Type
PMSM Mid
Not Available
Motor Power
5 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
136 km/charge
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours
Not Available
Range
136 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3 Kwh
Not Available
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time
4 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours 10 Minutes
Not Available
Boot Light
Yes
Not Available
Power Modes
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Double Cradle tubular frame
Tubular Single Welded
Digital Display Type
PMVA
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Yes
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,City,Power,Reverse
Rain,Road,Off-Road,Sport
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
2
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Battery Management System, Guide me home lights, Tow alert, Firmware Over-The-Air, Remote Vehicle Diagnostics, Trip Report, Battery Calibration Reminder, Charging History, Ride Stats, Battery Health Score
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Yes
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Turn-by-turn
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
Battery Percentage
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console IP Rating
IP67
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Yes
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Gradeability
16°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
22 L
Not Available
Geo Fencing
Yes
Not Available
Charger Output
750 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Oil Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
5 Years or 75,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
75000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ampere Nexus
  • Good-looking design with boxy and sharp design lines
  • Overall build quality is of a premium standard
  • Good performance for a family scooter
  • Very nimble handling characteristics
  • Ample seating space for two adults
  • The differentiation between the two variants is very simple
Ampere Nexus
  • Throttle feels jerky in stop and go traffic
  • Bumps and potholes can be felt due to the stiff rear suspension
  • Features is not that extensive compared to its rivals
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