Ather 450S vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: August 24, 2026

Ather 450S price starts at Rs. 1.01 Lakh, which is Rs. 12,328 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 160, priced at Rs. 1.13 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Apache RTR 160 returns a claimed 47 kmpl, while the 450S offers a claimed 161 km/charge. On the performance front, the 450S uses a 3.5Kwh battery and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the 450S and Apache RTR 160, the 450S is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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450S vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Ather 450STVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.01 LakhRs. 1.13 Lakh
Mileage / Range 161 km/charge47 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3.5 Kwh159.7 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 111.6 Kg137 Kg

450S vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Ather 450S IDC 161 KM - MonoTVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
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Brand Name Ather TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.01 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.13 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power Not Available 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Ather Energy 450S Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 161 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 5.15 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. 2.13/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,259 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 5,039 450S Insurance Rs. 10,593 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
90 km/Hr
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
22 Nm
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP66
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
Not Available
159.7 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
62 mm
Stroke
Not Available
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Belt Drive
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10:0.3:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Not Available

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
47 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
3.9s
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
3.9s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
107 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic forks
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Symmetrically mounted progressive monoshock
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

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
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12,Rear :-90/90-12
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
Not Available
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1296 mm
1300 mm
Length
Not Available
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
170 mm
180 mm
Height
Not Available
1105 mm
Width
Not Available
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
111.6 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
200 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
190 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
5.4 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
161 km/charge
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
Anti-theft alert
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
5 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available
Range (Mode 1)
120 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 2)
100 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range (Mode 3)
90 Km/Charge
Not Available
Range
161 km/charge
Not Available
Fast Charging
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3.5 Kwh
12V / 6AH
Charging Time
5.15 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hrs 12 Min
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Not Available
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
DeepView
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
Not Available
1
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Side stand motor cut-off, (Dashboard - 1 GB RAM, 8 GB Storage), (Ather Connect - ParkSafe)
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Telematics
Yes
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Internet Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Operating System
Android
Not Available
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Snapdragon 212
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
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
Charger Output
900 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
Not Available
500-750 Kms/30 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
4th Service
Not Available
17500-18000 Kms/550 Days

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Ather 450S
  • Engaging performance
  • Brilliant handling
  • LCD console's readability is excellent
Ather 450S
  • Looks the same as the 450X
  • A bit cramped for tall riders
  • Less under seat storage
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. What are the differences in features between the Ather 450S and Ather 450X?
  • The Ather 450S and 450X differ in performance, features, and pricing. The 450S has a 5.4 kW motor, LCD display, and a 122 km range, while the 450X offers a 6.4 kW motor, TFT touchscreen, and a 126 km range. The 450X also charges faster (4.3 hours vs. 7.45 hours) and is priced higher at ₹1.46 lakh compared to ₹1.29 lakh for the 450S. The 450X is geared toward those seeking advanced features and better performance.

Ather Energy 450S Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Ather Energy 450S vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences Ather 450S is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance, comfort, maintenance and features in your bike. But TVS Apache RTR 160 is better on the grounds of mileage.
Which bike is cheaper Ather Energy 450S vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The Ather 450S is cheaper than TVS Apache RTR 160 by ₹12,328.
Which bike offers better performance Ather Energy 450S vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
As per the users experiences the Ather 450S has better performance.

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