Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC

Last Updated: October 20, 2026

Hero Splendor Plus XTEC price starts at Rs. 82,946, which is Rs. 38,482 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 180, priced at Rs. 1.21 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 180 uses a 178.61cc engine producing 17 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Splendor Plus XTEC a 97.2cc engine producing 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 180 and Splendor Plus XTEC, the Splendor Plus XTEC is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight, while the Pulsar 180 stands out for performance.

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Pulsar 180 vs Splendor Plus XTEC Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 180Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.21 LakhRs. 82,946
Mileage Not Available70 kmpl
Engine 178.61 cc97.2 cc
Max power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Kerb weight 156 Kg112 Kg

Pulsar 180 vs Splendor Plus XTEC Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 180 STDHero Splendor Plus XTEC Drum
Rating
1 review
268 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.21 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 82,946 Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Max Power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 180 Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Colors
Braking Type Not Available Integrated Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-18 inch,Rear :-18 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,629 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 2,390 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,732 Pulsar 180 Insurance Rs. 6,124 Splendor Plus XTEC Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
2
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
85 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Engine Displacement
178.61 cc
97.2 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
4 Speed
Max Power
17 PS @ 8500 rpm
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Max Torque
15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Bore
Not Available
50 mm
Stroke
Not Available
49.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
Not Available
9.9:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
70 kmpl
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
65-70 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 37
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock absorber, Gas filled with Canister
Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers

Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-18 inch,Rear :-18 inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
Not Available
785 mm
Seat Length
Not Available
733 mm
Length*Width*Height
2035*765*1115 mm3
2000*720*1052 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1236 mm
Length
2035 mm
2000 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
165 mm
Height
1115 mm
1052 mm
Width
765 mm
720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
9.8 L
Kerb Weight
156 Kg
112 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
280 mm
130 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Headlight
LED
Halogen
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 3AH

Frame Type
Not Available
Tubular Double Cradle
Digital Display Type
LCD
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Kick Start
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Idle Stop/Start
Not Available
Yes
Body
Not Available
Metal
Handlebar type
Not Available
Single Piece
ABS
Single Channel
Not Available
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Analogue
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
Not Available
750 Kms/60 Days
2nd Service
Not Available
6500 Kms/240 Days
3rd Service
Not Available
12500 Kms/420 Days
4th Service
Not Available
18500 Kms/600 Days

Vehicle Warranty
Not Available
5 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
Not Available
5

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • OG Pulsar fans will love the iconic looks
  • Retains the massive 15-litre fuel tank
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • Excellent mileage
  • Modern features for a 100cc bike
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • Still no dual channel ABS
  • Console could’ve been more info-packed, with navigation
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Bajaj Pulsar 180 Vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC?
On the basis of mileage, performance, comfort, maintenance and safety user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC?
The Hero Splendor Plus XTEC is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 180 by ₹38,482.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs Hero Splendor Plus XTEC?
For the STD version, 178.61 cc Petrol engine of Pulsar 180 produces 17 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 15 Nm @ 6500 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Drum version, 97.2 cc Petrol engine of Splendor Plus XTEC produces 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences in terms of performance both are same.

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