Jawa 42 vs Matter Aera

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

Matter Aera price starts at Rs. 1.83 Lakh, which is Rs. 2,634 cheaper than the base variant of Jawa 42, priced at Rs. 1.86 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the 42 returns a claimed 33 kmpl, while the Aera offers a claimed 172 km/charge. On the performance front, the 42 uses a 294.72cc engine producing 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Aera a 5Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the 42 and Aera, the Aera is the better pick for affordability and a lighter kerb weight.

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42 vs Aera Comparison Summary

Specification Jawa 42Matter Aera
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.86 LakhRs. 1.83 Lakh
Mileage / Range 33 kmpl172 km/charge
Engine / Battery 294.72 cc5 Kwh
Max power / Motor 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 175 Kg168 Kg

42 vs Aera Key Highlights

Basic Info Jawa 42 All Stars IvoryMatter EV Aera 5000
Rating
87 reviews
50 reviews
Brand Name Jawa Matter EV
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.86 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.83 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC Not Available
Max Power 27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
Jawa Motorcycles 42 Colors
Matter EV Aera Colors
Braking Type Anti-lock Braking System Not Available
Wheel Size Front :-18 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 Dual Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Remote Start,Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 3.03/km Rs. 0.19/km
EMI
Rs. 5,357 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 11,817 42 Insurance Rs. 20,509 Aera Insurance
Brochure
Download Brochure
N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
130 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
Single Cylinder, 4 Stroke, Liquid Cooled, DOHC
Not Available
Engine Displacement
294.72 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
6 Speed
4 Speed
No. Of Batteries
Not Available
1
Max Power
27.2 PS @ 7500 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
26.3 Nm @ 5800 rpm
Not Available
Bore
76 mm
Not Available
Stroke
65 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Hub Motor
Battery Warranty
Not Available
3 Years
Fuel System
Electronic Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Compression Ratio
11:1
Not Available

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

Mileage (Overall)
33 kmpl
Not Available
0-40 Kmph (sec)
Not Available
2.3s
Acceleration 0-40 kmph (sec)
Not Available
2.3s

Rear Suspension Preload Adjustment
Yes
Not Available
Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks, Ø 35 mm
Telescopic Fork
Suspension-Rear
Twin Shock Absorber, Gas Filled
Dual Shock With 5 Level Adjustor And Nitrox

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
23 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
23 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
28 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
30 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-18 Rear :-150/70-17
Front :- 100/80 - 17, Rear :- 130/70 - 17
Wheel Size
Front :-18 Inch,Rear :-17 Inch
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
795 mm
790 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.8 L
Not Available
Length*Width*Height
2071*833*1065 mm3
Not Available
Wheelbase
1369 mm
1355 mm
Length
2071 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
173 mm
183 mm
Height
1065 mm
Not Available
Width
833 mm
Not Available
Fuel Tank Capacity
13.2 L
Not Available
Kerb Weight
175 Kg
168 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
280 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 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
Regenerative braking
Not Available
Yes
Roadside assistance
Yes
Yes
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
Not Available
5 Kwh
Projector head light
Not Available
LED Projector
Charging Time
Not Available
6 Hr
Charging Time(0-80%)
Not Available
5 Hrs

Frame Type
Double Cradle
Dual cradle frame
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Yes
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
OTA Updates
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
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
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Single Channel
ABS
Dual Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Roadster Bikes
Electric Bikes, Sports Bikes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Not Available
WiFi
Internet Connectivity
Not Available
Yes
Starting
Self Start Only
Remote Start,Push Button Start
Seat Type
Single
Split
Operating System
Not Available
Android 11
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Processor
Not Available
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Mobile Application
Not Available
Yes
Artificial Exhaust Sound System
Not Available
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Not Available
Clock
Not Available
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
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Kms/30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
6000 Kms/180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
12000 Kms/365 Days
Not Available
4th Service
18000 Kms
Not Available
Air Filter Service Cost
No
Not Available
Spark Plug Service Cost
No
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
4 Years or 50,000 Km
3 Years or 45,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
4
3
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
45000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
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
Matter Aera
  • Gearbox somewhat hampers the overall riding experience
  • Misses out on hill hold
  • Quite pricey
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Jawa Motorcycles 42 Vs Matter EV Aera FAQs

Which bike is best between Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Matter EV Aera?
As per the users experiences Jawa 42 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, comfort, maintenance and features.
Which bike is cheaper Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Matter EV Aera?
The Matter Aera is cheaper than Jawa 42 by ₹2,634.
Which bike offers better performance Jawa Motorcycles 42 vs Matter EV Aera?
As per the users experiences the Jawa 42 has better performance.

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