Hero Splendor Plus XTEC vs Thunderbolt Electra

Last Updated: August 31, 2026

Thunderbolt Electra price starts at Rs. 79,999, which is Rs. 1,284 cheaper than the base variant of Hero Splendor Plus XTEC, priced at Rs. 81,283. In terms of efficiency, the Splendor Plus XTEC returns a claimed 70 kmpl, while the Electra offers a claimed 110-120 km/charge. If you're deciding between the Splendor Plus XTEC and Electra, the Electra is the better pick for affordability.

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Splendor Plus XTEC vs Electra Comparison Summary

Specification Hero Splendor Plus XTECThunderbolt Electra
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 81,283Rs. 79,999
Mileage / Range 70 kmpl110-120 km/charge
Engine / Battery 97.2 ccNot Available
Max power / Motor 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 112 KgNot Available

Splendor Plus XTEC vs Electra Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Splendor Plus XTEC DrumThunderbolt Electra STD
Rating
268 reviews
1 review
Brand Name Hero Thunderbolt
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 81,283 Check On Road Price Rs. 79,999 Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC Not Available
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Colors
Thunderbolt Electra Colors
Braking Type Integrated Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range Not Available 110-120 km/charge
Charging Time Not Available 4-5 Hr
Starting Kick and Self Start Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,342 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 6,093 Splendor Plus XTEC Insurance Rs. 3,739 Electra Insurance
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
85 kmph
55 km/Hr
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Engine Type
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
Not Available
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
4 Speed
Not Available
Max Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
Not Available
Bore
50 mm
Not Available
Stroke
49.5 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Not Available
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Compression Ratio
9.9:1
Not Available

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

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Upside down Forks
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm with 5-Step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
Monoshock (Adjustable)

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/90-12
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
Not Available
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Seat Length
733 mm
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2000*720*1052 mm3
1875*740*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1236 mm
1350 mm
Length
2000 mm
1875 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
215 mm
Height
1052 mm
1140 mm
Width
720 mm
740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
9.8 L
Not Available
Kerb Weight
112 Kg
Not Available
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
130 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
240 mm

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Li-ion
Claimed range
Not Available
110-120 km/charge
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Not Available
Conventional Charging Time
Not Available
4 Hours - 5 Hours
Range
Not Available
110-120 km/charge
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 3AH
Not Available
Charging Time
Not Available
4-5 Hr

Frame Type
Tubular Double Cradle
Not Available
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Kick Start
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Exhaust Heat Shield
Yes
Not Available
Front Footpegs
Forward-set
Not Available
Idle Stop/Start
Yes
Not Available
Body
Metal
Not Available
Handlebar type
Single Piece
Not Available
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Electric Scooters
Body Graphics
Yes
Not Available
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes
Not Available
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Underseat storage
Not Available
Yes
Charger Output
Not Available
60 V With LES
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Not Available
Odometer
Analogue
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
750 Kms/60 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
3500 Kms/160 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
6500 Kms/260 Days
Not Available
4th Service
9500 Kms
Not Available

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

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • Really peppy and frugal in the city
  • The bike is planted yet flickable and gets an extensive list of features for a 100cc commuter bike
Hero Splendor Plus XTEC
  • The seat gets really vibey really quick
  • Suspension tuning could be better over sharp bumps and initial feedback from the front lever is not very great
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Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC Vs Thunderbolt Electra FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs Thunderbolt Electra?
Thunderbolt Electra has out rated Hero Splendor Plus XTEC on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs Thunderbolt Electra?
The Thunderbolt Electra is cheaper than Hero Splendor Plus XTEC by ₹1,284.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus XTEC vs Thunderbolt Electra?
As per the users experiences the Hero Splendor Plus XTEC has better performance.

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