Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Matter Aera

Last Updated: November 9, 2026

Bajaj Pulsar NS200 price starts at Rs. 1.39 Lakh, which is Rs. 44,770 cheaper than the base variant of Matter Aera, priced at Rs. 1.83 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Pulsar NS200 returns a claimed 40.36 kmpl, while the Aera offers a claimed 172 km/charge. On the performance front, the Pulsar NS200 uses a 199.5cc engine producing 25.5 PS @ 9750 rpm and the Aera a 5Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Pulsar NS200 and Aera, the Pulsar NS200 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Pulsar NS200 vs Aera Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj Pulsar NS200Matter Aera
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.39 LakhRs. 1.83 Lakh
Mileage / Range 40.36 kmpl172 km/charge
Engine / Battery 199.5 cc5 Kwh
Max power / Motor 25.5 PS @ 9750 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 158 Kg168 Kg

Pulsar NS200 vs Aera Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Single ChannelMatter EV Aera 5000
Rating
1095 reviews
50 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Matter EV
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.39 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine Not Available
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9750 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Colors
Matter EV Aera Colors
Wheel Size Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range Not Available 172 km/charge
Charging Time Not Available 6 Hr
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Remote Start,Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 2.48/km Rs. 0.19/km
EMI
Rs. 4,141 @ 11.99% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 11,020 Pulsar NS200 Insurance Rs. 20,714 Aera Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
3 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
136 kmph
105 km/Hr
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Wheel Torque
Not Available
450 Nm
Motor Torque
Not Available
26 Nm
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Liquid Cooled, 4-value FI 6-Speed Engine
Not Available
Engine Displacement
199.5 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
6 Speed
4 Speed
No. Of Batteries
Not Available
1
Max Power
25.5 PS @ 9750 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
18.74 Nm @ 8000 rpm
Not Available
Bore
72 mm
Not Available
Stroke
49 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Hub Motor
Battery Warranty
Not Available
3 Years
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Compression Ratio
11+/-0.5:1
Not Available

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

Mileage (Overall)
40.36 kmpl
Not Available
0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
2.3s
Power to Weight Ratio
154.9
Not Available
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
2.3s
Estimated Mileage
35-40 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Not Available

Suspension-Front
Upside Down Forks
Telescopic Fork
Suspension-Rear
Nitrox Mono Shock Absorber With Canister
Dual Shock With 5 Level Adjustor And Nitrox

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17, Rear :-130/70-17
Front :- 100/80 - 17, Rear :- 130/70 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Yes
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
805 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2017*804*1075 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1363 mm
1355 mm
Length
2017 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
168 mm
183 mm
Height
1075 mm
Not Available
Width
804 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
Not Available
Kerb Weight
158 Kg
168 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
300 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
220 mm

Motor Type
Not Available
Interior Permanent Magnet Synchronous Machine
Motor Power
Not Available
11.5 kW
Claimed range
Not Available
172 km/charge
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Not Available
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
Not Available
6 Hours
Range (Mode 1)
Not Available
125 km/charge
Range
Not Available
172 km/charge
Fast Charging
Not Available
Yes
Headlight
LED
LED
Fast Charging Time
Not Available
2 Hrs
Battery Capacity
12V / 8AH
5 Kwh
Projector head light
Yes
LED Projector
Charging Time
Not Available
6 Hr
Charging Time(0-80%)
Not Available
5 Hrs

Frame Type
Pressed Steel Perimeter Frame
Dual cradle frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Vehicle Location Tracking
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Rain,Road,Off-Road
Yes
Traction Control
Yes
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Brightness Control
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
OTA Updates
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Panic Brake Alert
RAM - 3 GB, Advanced Ride Stats, Mode - Eco | City | Sport, Onboard Charger, Ride History And Stats, 4G Connectivity, Matter Family Management, Live Location Tracking, Gear Position, Vehicle Health Monitoring, IMU - 9 Axis, Predicted Range, Vehicle Sharing (Matter Family), Park Assist, Welcome lights
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Average Fuel Economy Indicator
Yes
Not Available
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Full Maps Navigation
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Electric Bikes, Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
WiFi
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Remote Start,Push Button Start
Seat Type
Split
Split
Operating System
Not Available
Android 11
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Artificial Exhaust Sound System
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
Not Available
3.5 L
Charger Output
Not Available
Slow Charger -1000 W, Fast Charger - 3000 W
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
500-750 Kms /45 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
4500-5000 Kms /240 days
Not Available
3rd Service
9500-10000 Kms /365 days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
5 Years or 75,000 Km
3 Years or 45,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
75000
45000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Sporty handling characteristics
  • The 6-speed gearbox proves advantageous on the highway
  • Commendable performance considering the price point
Matter Aera
  • Aggressive looks
  • Punchy motor and performance, especially in Sport mode
  • Is engaging
  • Good handling
  • Feature-loaded but easy-to-use touchscreen TFT console
  • Comfortable ergonomics
  • Spacious front storage compartment
Bajaj Pulsar NS200
  • Design looks dated now
  • Lacks adequate features and the absence of dual-channel ABS is a miss
Matter Aera
  • Gearbox somewhat hampers the overall riding experience
  • Misses out on hill hold
  • Quite pricey

Is Matter EV Aera Better Than Bajaj Pulsar NS200?

100% users have chosen Matter EV Aera over Bajaj Pulsar NS200 in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 4347 users have also rated Matter EV Aera and Bajaj Pulsar NS200 on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
As per the users experiences Matter EV Aera is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for mileage and maintenance in your bike. But Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is better on the grounds of performance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Aera Pulsar NS200
Mileage 4.3 3.9
Performance 4.1 4.6
Comfort 4.3 4.3
Maintenance 4.3 4.0
Features 4.5 4.5
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Comparison with Similar Bikes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which one is the best NS200 or NS250?
  • The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 was always seen as an affordable alternative if you were in the market for a sporty streetfighter. As for the comfort, right from the moment you sit on it and reach for the bars, you get a lovely sense of command over the motorcycle. The seat cushioning is firm but absorbent, the texture is grippy and the slim tank allows you to straddle the bike more efficiently. Even the taut suspension isn’t that much of a bother. On the other hand, the Bajaj NS250 has not launched yet and it would be unfair to give a verdict. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your city accordingly for dealership details.
Q. Should I buy this bike now wait for the update to get launch?
  • If you want a bike now then you go for a current model. The NS 200 has gained in performance, despite the strict BS6 emissions. On the other hand, there is no official update of the launch of the new updated Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details. Read more -BS6 Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Reviewed In Detailed Photos.
Q. I have Honda CBF Stunner 125 which kept me engaging while delivering good fuel economy, I would like to buy a bike with similar characteristics, Good performance, Great Handling, Good features while being light on the pocket which one I should buy? My preference ranging from top to down:1. Apache RTR 200 4v2.Yamaha R153.Apache RTR 160 4v4.Bajaj Pulsar 200NS. Budget = 1 - 2 lakhs Height = 6.1ft.
  • Yup you can go with it 200 or 160 as per your Bugget.
  • Thank you so much facilitating to arrive at a plausible solution.
  • As per you requirements, you may go with the TVS Apache RTR 200 4V. It has been one of the nicest 200cc motorcycles in India. It is sharp and agile while maintaining a friendly power delivery. The bike offers a grunty and free-revving motor, brilliant handling dynamics and a host of features including adjustable levers, adjustable suspension and ride modes. Also, it comes equipped with the SmartXonnect Bluetooth console that allows phone connectivity and relays information like lap times, top speed, lean angles, receive calls as well as text alerts and make use of the turn-by-turn navigation feature. In terms of performance, the engine packs a lot of grunt in the mid-range. Right from 3000rpm to around 8000rpm, there is strong pull from the motor. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride for a better understanding of performance and comfort. Click on the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - TVS Apache RTR 200 4V BS6 Road Test Review: Best Gets Better? - Everything You Need To Know About The 2021 Apache RTR 200 4V Under One Roof
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Bajaj Pulsar NS200 Vs Matter Aera FAQs

Which bike is best between Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Matter Aera?
As per the users experiences Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your bike. But Matter Aera is better on the grounds of mileage and maintenance. On the basis of comfort and features user have rated both the bikes equally.
Which bike is cheaper Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Matter Aera?
The Bajaj Pulsar NS200 is cheaper than Matter Aera by ₹44,770.
Which bike offers better performance Bajaj Pulsar NS200 vs Matter Aera?
As per the users experiences the Bajaj Pulsar NS200 has better performance.

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