Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

Last Updated: August 16, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 4V price starts at Rs. 1.19 Lakh, which is Rs. 3,350 cheaper than the base variant of Bajaj Pulsar 180, priced at Rs. 1.22 Lakh. On the performance front, the Pulsar 180 uses a 178.61cc engine producing 17 PS @ 8500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 4V a 159.7cc engine producing 17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Pulsar 180 and Apache RTR 160 4V, the Apache RTR 160 4V is the better pick for affordability and performance.

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Pulsar 180 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar 180TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.22 LakhRs. 1.19 Lakh
Mileage Not Available41 kmpl
Engine 178.61 cc159.7 cc
Max power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 156 Kg143 Kg

Pulsar 180 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar 180 STDTVS Apache RTR 160 4V RM Disc (Black Edition)
Rating
1 review
1 review
Brand Name Bajaj TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.22 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi SI, 4 Stroke, Oil-Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 17 PS @ 8500 rpm 17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar 180 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Colors
Braking Type Not Available Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,661 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Rs. 3,432 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,750 Pulsar 180 Insurance Rs. 10,694 Apache RTR 160 4V Insurance
Brochure N/A
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
Not Available
114 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4 Stroke, Air cooled, Single Cylinder DTSi
SI, 4 Stroke, Oil-Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
178.61 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
17 PS @ 8500 rpm
17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
15 Nm @ 6500 rpm
14.73 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Bore
Not Available
62 mm
Stroke
Not Available
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electric Start
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.0:1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Drum
Front Caliper
Not Available
2 Piston
Braking Type
Not Available
Anti-lock Braking System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
41 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
122.7
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
114 kmph (Sport)
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Dia 37
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock absorber, Gas filled with Canister
Mono Shock

Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-120/80-17
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 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
800 mm
Length*Width*Height
2035*765*1115 mm3
2035*819*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1340 mm
1357 mm
Length
2035 mm
2035 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1115 mm
1050 mm
Width
765 mm
819 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
15 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
156 Kg
143 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
Not Available
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes

Frame Type
Not Available
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
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
Kill Switch
Yes
Yes
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide through Technology
Voice Assist
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
Handlebar type
Not Available
Hydroformed Handlebar
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air & Oil Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • OG Pulsar fans will love the iconic looks
  • Retains the massive 15-litre fuel tank
Bajaj Pulsar 180
  • Still no dual channel ABS
  • Console could’ve been more info-packed, with navigation
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Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 4V is cheaper than Bajaj Pulsar 180 by ₹3,350.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar 180 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V?
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 RM Disc (Black Edition) version, 159.7 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 160 4V produces 17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 14.73 Nm @ 7500 rpm of torque

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