Hero Karizma XMR vs Hero Xtreme 250R

Last Updated: October 20, 2026

Hero Karizma XMR price starts at Rs. 1.87 Lakh, which is Rs. 11,230 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Xtreme 250R, priced at Rs. 1.98 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Karizma XMR offers a claimed 41.55 kmpl, while the Xtreme 250R delivers 37 kmpl. On the performance front, the Karizma XMR uses a 210cc engine producing 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Xtreme 250R a 249.03cc engine producing 30 PS @ 9250 rpm. If you're deciding between the Karizma XMR and Xtreme 250R, the Karizma XMR is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Xtreme 250R stands out for performance.

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Karizma XMR vs Xtreme 250R Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Karizma XMRHero Xtreme 250R
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.87 LakhRs. 1.98 Lakh
Mileage 41.55 kmpl37 kmpl
Engine 210 cc249.03 cc
Max power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Kerb weight 163.5 Kg167.7 Kg

Karizma XMR vs Xtreme 250R Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Karizma XMR TopHero Xtreme 250R Standard
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Brand Name Hero Hero
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.87 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.98 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC 4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Max Power 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm 30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Karizma XMR Colors
Hero Moto Corp Xtreme 250R Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 5,381 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 5,704 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 11,831 Karizma XMR Insurance Rs. 12,020 Xtreme 250R Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
130 kmph
130 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
E20
Engine Type
4-Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder Liquid Cooled, DOHC
4 Stroke, 4 Valve, Single Cylinder, Liquid Cooled DOHC
Engine Displacement
210 cc
249.03 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 Speed
Max Power
25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm
30 PS @ 9250 rpm
Max Torque
20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
Bore
73 mm
73 mm
Stroke
50 mm
59.5 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12:01
12:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
41.55 kmpl
37 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Dia 37 mm, Telescopic Front Forks with Anti Friction Bush
Dia 43 mm, Upside Down Front Fork
Suspension-Rear
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable
Gas Charged Mono Shock, 6 Step Preload Adjustable

Tyre Size
Front :-100/80-17,Rear :-140/70-17
Front :-110/70-17, Rear :-150/60-17
Wheel Size
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Front :-17 inch,Rear :-17 inch
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
810 mm
806 mm
Length*Width*Height
2068*760*1110 mm3
2023*828*1062 mm3
Wheelbase
1351 mm
1357 mm
Length
2068 mm
2023 mm
Ground Clearance
160 mm
167 mm
Height
1110 mm
1062 mm
Width
760 mm
828 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
11 L
11.5 L
Kerb Weight
163.5 Kg
167.7 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
230 mm
230 mm

Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Yes
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 8AH
Projector head light
Yes
Yes

Frame Type
Steel Trellis Frame
Steel Trellis Frame
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Yes
Navigation assist
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Road,Pro,Rally
Not Available
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Brightness Control
Yes
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
2
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Windscreen
Yes
Not Available
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Distance To Empty
Yes
Not Available
Navigation Type
Turn-by-turn
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Yes
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Sports Bikes
Sports Bikes
Body Graphics
Yes
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Bluetooth
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Split
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Not Available
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Yes
Switchable ABS
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Hazard Light Switch
Not Available
Yes

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
750 kms/60 days
2nd Service
6500 Kms/240 Days
6500 kms/240 days
3rd Service
12500 Kms/420 Days
12500 kms/420 days

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Rev-happy engine, powerful enough to cruise at 110-120kmph all day ; Spacious seat, sporty, yet comfortable ergonomics ; Excellent value for money
Hero Karizma XMR
  • Underwhelming instrument cluster ; Initial bite from the brakes could be better ; Could’ve had grippier tyres
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Hero Karizma XMR Vs Hero Xtreme 250R FAQs

Which bike is cheaper Hero Karizma XMR vs Hero Xtreme 250R?
The Hero Karizma XMR is cheaper than Hero Xtreme 250R by ₹11,230.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Karizma XMR vs Hero Xtreme 250R?
For the Top version, 210 cc Petrol engine of Karizma XMR produces 25.5 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 20.4 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Standard version, 249.03 cc Petrol engine of Xtreme 250R produces 30 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque

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