Kawasaki W175 vs TVS Apache RTR 160

Last Updated: August 29, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakh, which is Rs. 1,110 cheaper than the base variant of Kawasaki W175, priced at Rs. 1.15 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the W175 offers a claimed 45 kmpl, while the Apache RTR 160 delivers 47 kmpl. On the performance front, the W175 uses a 177cc engine producing 13 PS @ 7500 rpm and the Apache RTR 160 a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm. If you're deciding between the W175 and Apache RTR 160, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the W175 stands out for a lighter kerb weight.

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W175 vs Apache RTR 160 Comparison Summary

Specification Kawasaki W175TVS Apache RTR 160
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.15 LakhRs. 1.14 Lakh
Mileage 45 kmpl47 kmpl
Engine 177 cc159.7 cc
Max power 13 PS @ 7500 rpm16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Kerb weight 135 Kg137 Kg

W175 vs Apache RTR 160 Key Highlights

Basic Info Kawasaki W175 Candy Persimmon Red (2023)TVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black Edition
Rating
35 reviews
222 reviews
Brand Name Kawasaki TVS
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.15 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Max Power 13 PS @ 7500 rpm 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Kawasaki W175 Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Spoke Alloy
ABS Single Channel Single Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 3,313 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 10,624 W175 Insurance Rs. 10,605 Apache RTR 160 Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
2
2
Claimed Top Speed
110 kmph
107 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Flex Fuel Blend
Not Available
E20
Engine Type
Air-Cooled, 4-Stroke Single Cylinder, SOHC
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Engine Displacement
177 cc
159.7 cc
Gear Box
5 Speed
5 Speed
Max Power
13 PS @ 7500 rpm
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Max Torque
13.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
65.5 mm
62 mm
Stroke
52.4 mm
52.9 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Fuel Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Ignition
Digital
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Compression Ratio
9.1:1
10:0.3:1

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

Mileage (Overall)
45 kmpl
47 kmpl
Power to Weight Ratio
Not Available
117.08
Average Speed
Not Available
Yes
Claimed Top Speed (Mode 1)
Not Available
107 kmph (Sport)
Estimated Mileage
Not Available
45-50 kmpl
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Ø30 mm Telescopic Fork, Wheel Travel - 110 mm
Telescopic Forks
Suspension-Rear
Swingarm with 5-way spring preload adjustability, Wheel Travel - 64 mm
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
25 psi
25 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
25 psi
25 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
28 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
32 psi
Brake Fluid Grade
Not Available
DOT4
Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-17 Rear :-100/90-17
Front :-90/90-17 Rear :-110/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tube
Tubeless
Radial Tyre
Not Available
Yes
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Spoke
Alloy

Seat height
790 mm
790 mm
Load carrying capacity
Not Available
150 kg
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.4 L
Not Available
Gross Weight
Not Available
287 kg
Length*Width*Height
2005*805*1050 mm3
2085*730*1105 mm3
Wheelbase
1320 mm
1300 mm
Length
2005 mm
2085 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
180 mm
Height
1050 mm
1105 mm
Width
805 mm
730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
12 L
12 L
Kerb Weight
135 Kg
137 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Front Brake Size
270 mm
270 mm
Rear Brake Size
Not Available
130 mm

Battery Type
Not Available
Lead Acid
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
12V / 6AH

Frame Type
Double-cradle, steel
Double Cradle Synchro Stiff
Digital Display Type
Not Available
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Yes
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Riding Modes
Not Available
Rain,Sports,Urban
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Not Available
Yes
No. of Tripmeters
2
1
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Not Available
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Not Available
Glide Through Technology
Gear Position Indicator
Not Available
Yes
ABS Type
Single Channel
Single Channel
Side Stand Warning
Not Available
Yes
Exhaust Heat Shield
Not Available
Yes
Front Footpegs
Not Available
Forward-set
Body
Not Available
Metal
ABS
Single Channel
Single Channel
Body Type
Street Bikes, Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Analogue and Digital
Digital
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Low Oil Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Cooling System
Air Cooled
Air Cooled
Key Shutter Lock
Not Available
Yes
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Saree Guard
Yes
Yes
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available

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

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
Not Available
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
Not Available
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available
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Kawasaki W175 Vs TVS Apache RTR 160 FAQs

Which bike is best between Kawasaki W175 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
Kawasaki W175 has out rated TVS Apache RTR 160 on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Kawasaki W175 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
The TVS Apache RTR 160 is cheaper than Kawasaki W175 by ₹1,110.
Which bike offers better performance Kawasaki W175 vs TVS Apache RTR 160?
For the Candy Persimmon Red (2023) version, 177 cc Petrol engine of W175 produces 13 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 13.2 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the RM Drum Black Edition version, 159.7 cc Petrol engine of Apache RTR 160 produces 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm of power and 13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Kawasaki W175 has better performance.

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