BGauss Max C12 vs TVS Apache RTR 160 4V

Last Updated: November 13, 2026

BGauss Max C12 price starts at Rs. 1.10 Lakh, which is Rs. 10,200 cheaper than the base variant of TVS Apache RTR 160 4V, priced at Rs. 1.20 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Apache RTR 160 4V returns a claimed 41 kmpl, while the Max C12 offers a claimed 85 km/charge. On the performance front, the Max C12 uses a 2Kwh battery and the Apache RTR 160 4V a 159.7cc engine producing 17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Max C12 and Apache RTR 160 4V, the Max C12 is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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Max C12 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Comparison Summary

Specification BGauss Max C12TVS Apache RTR 160 4V
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.10 LakhRs. 1.20 Lakh
Mileage / Range 85 km/charge41 kmpl
Engine / Battery 2 Kwh159.7 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 107 Kg143 Kg

Max C12 vs Apache RTR 160 4V Key Highlights

Basic Info BGauss Max C12 i ExTVS Apache RTR 160 4V RM Disc (Black Edition)
Rating
28 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name BGauss TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.10 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available SI, 4 Stroke, Oil-Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power Not Available 17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
BGauss Max C12 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 4V Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Anti-lock Braking System
Wheel Size Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-10 Inch Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Steel Wheel Alloy
Range 85 km/charge Not Available
Charging Time 4.4-5 Hr Not Available
ABS Not Available Single Channel
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 2.44/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,463 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,000 Max C12 Insurance Rs. 10,711 Apache RTR 160 4V Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
4
Claimed Top Speed
60 km/Hr
114 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Motor Torque
105 nm
Not Available
Battery Swap Capability
Yes
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Motor Waterproofing Rating
IP67
Not Available
Charger Warranty
3 Years
Not Available
Engine Type
Not Available
SI, 4 Stroke, Oil-Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
Not Available
159.7 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
5 Speed
No. Of Batteries
2
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
17.55 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
14.73 Nm @ 7500 rpm
Continuous Power
1.5 kW
Not Available
Bore
Not Available
62 mm
Stroke
Not Available
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Chain Drive
Battery Warranty
3 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Motor Warranty
3 Years or 36,000 Km
Not Available
Fuel System
Not Available
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electric Start
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.0:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
41 kmpl
0-40 Kmph (sec)
7.7s
Not Available
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
122.7
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
7.7s
Not Available
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
45 kmph (Eco)
114 kmph (Sport)
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Hydraulic Telescopic
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Double Hydraulic Spring - 4 Step Adjustable
Mono Shock

Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-10
Front :-90/90-17, Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-12 Inch,Rear :-10 Inch
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)
Steel Wheel
Alloy

Seat height
765 mm
800 mm
Removable battery weight
20 kg
Not Available
Load carrying capacity
150 kg
Not Available
Seat Length
774 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
1825*706*1153 mm3
2035*819*1050 mm3
Wheelbase
1292 mm
1357 mm
Length
1825 mm
2035 mm
Ground Clearance
155 mm
180 mm
Height
1153 mm
1050 mm
Width
706 mm
819 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
12 L
Kerb Weight
107 Kg
143 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
130 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Motor Type
PMSM
Not Available
Motor Power
2.4 kW
Not Available
Claimed range
85 km/charge
Not Available
Charging network / Battery swapping network
Yes
Not Available
Regenerative braking
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
4 Hours 40 Minutes - 5 Hours
Not Available
Removable Battery
Yes
Not Available
Range
85 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
2 Kwh
12V / 6AH
Projector head light
Not Available
Yes
Charging Time
4.4-5 Hr
Not Available
Charging Time(0-80%)
3 Hours - 3 Hours 15 Minutes
Not Available

Frame Type
Tubular Chassis
Double Cradle Split Synchro Stiff Frame
Digital Display Type
LCD
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Trip Meter
Not Available
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Not Available
Yes
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Digilocker Connect Via App, CAN 2.0 Communication Protocol, Limphome mode on low SOC, Motor to Function while Braking
Glide through Technology
Voice Assist
Not Available
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Not Available
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Plastic (ABS&PP)
Metal
Handlebar type
Not Available
Hydroformed Handlebar
Instrument Console IP Rating
IP65
Not Available
ABS
Not Available
Single Channel
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Sports Naked Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Not Available
Digital
Charging Station Locator
Yes
Not Available
Gradeability
14°
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Not Available
Underseat storage
23 L
Not Available
Charger Output
500 W - CAN Enabled
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air & Oil Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Yes
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Not Available
Yes
Shift Light
Not Available
Yes

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