TVS Apache RTR 160 vs VLF Strada

Last Updated: October 12, 2026

TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs. 1.14 Lakh, which is Rs. 6,109 cheaper than the base variant of VLF Strada, priced at Rs. 1.20 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the Apache RTR 160 returns a claimed 47 kmpl, while the Strada offers a claimed 250 km/charge. On the performance front, the Apache RTR 160 uses a 159.7cc engine producing 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm and the Strada a 2.3Kwh battery. If you're deciding between the Apache RTR 160 and Strada, the Apache RTR 160 is the better pick for affordability.

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Apache RTR 160 vs Strada Comparison Summary

Specification TVS Apache RTR 160VLF Strada
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.14 LakhRs. 1.20 Lakh
Mileage / Range 47 kmpl250 km/charge
Engine / Battery 159.7 cc2.3 Kwh
Max power / Motor 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpmNot Available
Kerb weight 137 KgNot Available

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Basic Info TVS Apache RTR 160 RM Drum Black EditionVLF Strada City
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Brand Name TVS VLF
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.14 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.20 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection Not Available
Max Power 16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm Not Available
Fuel Type Petrol Electric
Colors
TVS Apache RTR 160 Colors
VLF Strada Colors
Wheel Size Front :-431.8 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm Not Available
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range Not Available 250 km/charge
ABS Single Channel Not Available
Starting Self Start Only Push Button Start
Speedometer Digital Digital
Running Cost Rs. 2.13/km Rs. 0.06/km
EMI
Rs. 3,281 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Not Available
Insurance Rs. 11,511 Apache RTR 160 Insurance Rs. 5,415 Strada Insurance
Brochure
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Spark Plugs
1 Per Cylinder
Not Available
Valves (per cylinder)
2
Not Available
Claimed Top Speed
107 kmph
85 km/Hr
Emission Norm Compliance
bs6.2
Not Available
Wheel Torque
Not Available
34 Nm
Flex Fuel Blend
E20
Not Available
Motor Waterproofing Rating
Not Available
IP67
Engine Type
SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection
Not Available
Engine Displacement
159.7 cc
Not Available
Gear Box
5 Speed
Not Available
Max Power
16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm
Not Available
Max Torque
13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm
Not Available
Bore
62 mm
Not Available
Stroke
52.9 mm
Not Available
Number Of Cylinders
1
Not Available
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Hub Motor
Fuel System
Fuel Injection
Not Available
Fuel Type
Petrol
Electric
Ignition
ECU - 3D Ignition Timing Map
Not Available
Compression Ratio
10:0.3:1
Not Available

Front Brake
Disc
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum

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

Suspension-Front
Telescopic Forks
Not Available
Suspension-Rear
Monotube Inverted Gas Filled Shox (MIG) With Spring Aid
Not Available

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

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

Battery Type
Lead Acid
Not Available
Motor Type
Not Available
BLDC
Motor Power
Not Available
3 kW
Claimed range
Not Available
250 km/charge
Range
Not Available
250 km/charge
Headlight
LED
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 6AH
2.3 Kwh

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

1st Service
500-750 Kms/30 Days
Not Available
2nd Service
5000-6000 Kms/180 Days
Not Available
3rd Service
11500-12000 Kms/365 Days
Not Available
4th Service
17500-18000 Kms/448 Days
Not Available
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