KTM 250 Adventure vs Triumph Scrambler 400 XC

Last Updated: October 18, 2026

KTM 250 Adventure price starts at Rs. 2.54 Lakh, which is Rs. 46,699 cheaper than the base variant of Triumph Scrambler 400 XC, priced at Rs. 3.01 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the 250 Adventure offers a claimed 38.12 kmpl, while the Scrambler 400 XC delivers 26.31 kmpl. On the performance front, the 250 Adventure uses a 249.07cc engine producing 31 PS @ 9250 rpm and the Scrambler 400 XC a 349cc engine producing 37 PS @ 8500 rpm. If you're deciding between the 250 Adventure and Scrambler 400 XC, the 250 Adventure is the better pick for affordability and mileage, while the Scrambler 400 XC stands out for performance.

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250 Adventure vs Scrambler 400 XC Comparison Summary

Specification KTM 250 AdventureTriumph Scrambler 400 XC
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 2.54 LakhRs. 3.01 Lakh
Mileage 38.12 kmpl26.31 kmpl
Engine 249.07 cc349 cc
Max power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm37 PS @ 8500 rpm
Kerb weight 176 Kg191 Kg

250 Adventure vs Scrambler 400 XC Key Highlights

Basic Info KTM 250 Adventure STDTriumph Scrambler 400 XC Standard
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Brand Name KTM Triumph
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 2.54 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 3.01 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type 4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valve, DOHC
Max Power 31 PS @ 9250 rpm 37 PS @ 8500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
KTM 250 Adventure Colors
Triumph Scrambler 400 XC Colors
Wheel Size Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Spoke
ABS Dual Channel Dual Channel
Starting Self Start Only Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
EMI
Rs. 6,954 @ 6% (36 months)
Rs. 8,232 @ 6% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 12,961 250 Adventure Insurance Rs. 13,746 Scrambler 400 XC Insurance
Brochure
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N/A

Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
4
4
Claimed Top Speed
140 kmph
Not Available
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
bs6.2
Engine Type
4 stroke, Single Cylinder, SOHC, Internal Combustion Engine
Liquid Cooled, Single Cylinder, 4 Valve, DOHC
Engine Displacement
249.07 cc
349 cc
Gear Box
6 Speed
6 speed
Max Power
31 PS @ 9250 rpm
37 PS @ 8500 rpm
Max Torque
25 Nm @ 7250 rpm
32 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Bore
72 mm
89 mm
Stroke
61.1 mm
56.1 mm
Number Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
12.63:1
12.1 : 1

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Disc
Disc
Front Caliper
4 Piston
4 Piston
Rear Caliper
1 Piston
1 Piston

Mileage (Overall)
38.12 kmpl
26.31 kmpl
Average Speed
Yes
Not Available
City Mileage (Tested)
38.12 kmpl
Not Available
Highway Mileage (Tested)
35.63 kmpl
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Digital
Digital

Suspension-Front
WP APEX USD forks, 43 mm diameter, Wheel Travel - 200 mm
43 mm USD Big Piston Forks, Wheel Travel - 150 mm
Suspension-Rear
WP APEX Monoshock, Wheel Travel - 205 mm, Adjustable for Preload (10 steps)
Gas Monoshock (RSU) With External Reservoir And Pre-load Adjustment, Wheel Travel - 150 mm

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
29 psi
Not Available
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
32 psi
Not Available
Tyre Size
Front :-100/90-19 Rear :-130/80-17
Front :-100/90-19, Rear :-140/80-17
Wheel Size
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Front :-482.6 mm,Rear :-431.8mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Spoke

Seat height
825 mm
835 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
2.9 L
Not Available
Wheelbase
1430 mm
1417 mm
Length
2154 mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance
228 mm
195 mm
Height
Not Available
1189 mm
Width
900 mm
901 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
14.5 L
13 L
Kerb Weight
176 Kg
191 Kg
Tail Light
LED
LED
Front Brake Size
320 mm
320 mm
Rear Brake Size
240 mm
230 mm

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

Frame Type
Split-Trellis Frame Bolt On Sub-Frame
Hybrid Spine And Perimeter, Tubular Steel, Bolt-on Rear Subframe
Digital Display Type
TFT
LCD
Malfunction Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Yes
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Yes
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Navigation assist
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Yes
Not Available
Traction Control
Not Available
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
2
Not Available
Engine Temperature Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Not Available
Additional Features/Information
Offroad ABS, Quickshifter+
Not Available
Windscreen
Yes
Yes
Gear Position Indicator
Yes
Yes
ABS Type
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Immobilizer
Not Available
Yes
ABS
Dual Channel
Dual Channel
Body Type
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Dirt Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Adventure Tourer Bikes, Off Road Bikes
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Self Start Only
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Split
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Yes
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Not Available
Tachometer
Digital
Digital
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Low Oil Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Cooling System
Liquid Cooled
Liquid Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Navigation
Yes
Not Available
Service Due Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Saree Guard
Yes
Not Available
Shift Light
Yes
Not Available
Quick Shifter
Yes
Not Available

1st Service
1000 Kms/45 Days
16000 Km / 1 Year
2nd Service
8500 Kms/150 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
16000 Kms/240 Days
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
2 Years or 30,000 Km
2 Years
Standard Warranty (Years)
2
2
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
30000
Not Available

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Features a similar look and styling as the KTM 390 Adventure X, Gets a premium looking TFT console with smartphone connectivity, Has a lot of electronic riding aids on offer
KTM 250 Adventure
  • Misses out on tubeless spoke wheels which would have made it more capable off-road, Doesn’t get adjustable suspension even as an accessory, Misses out on cruise control
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Which bike is cheaper KTM 250 Adventure vs Triumph Scrambler 400 XC?
The KTM 250 Adventure is cheaper than Triumph Scrambler 400 XC by ₹46,699.
Which bike offers better performance KTM 250 Adventure vs Triumph Scrambler 400 XC?
For the STD version, 249.07 cc Petrol engine of 250 Adventure produces 31 PS @ 9250 rpm of power and 25 Nm @ 7250 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Standard version, 349 cc Petrol engine of Scrambler 400 XC produces 37 PS @ 8500 rpm of power and 32 Nm @ 7000 rpm of torque

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