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Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise vs Benelli 180S in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 18, 2026

At a glance
Bajaj Avenger 200 CruiseBenelli 180S
Ex-showroom priceRs 4.31 lakh – Rs 4.33 lakhRs 4.3 lakh – Rs 4.4 lakh
Fuelpetrolpetrol
Variants on sale22
DistributorHansraj Hulaschand & Co. Pvt. Ltd. (HH Bajaj)KTM International Trading Pvt. Ltd. (Benelli Nepal)
Variant-wise prices (July 18, 2026)

Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise

220रु 4,32,900
Avenger 200 Cruiseरु 4,30,900

Benelli 180S

180Sरु 4,29,900
Neonरु 4,39,900
Specifications — Avenger 200 Cruise 220 vs 180S 180S
CategoryBajaj Avenger 200 CruiseBenelli 180S
Battery & Range
  • Fuel tank capacity 13L (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/en-np)[8]
  • Claimed mileage about 40 km/l (Nepal review estimate) (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Fuel tank: 10 L (nepalautotrader.com).
  • Mileage: about 45 km/l (ktm2day.com).
  • Estimated riding range: about 450 km (ktm2day.com).
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 219.89cc twin-spark DTS-i, oil-cooled single-cylinder engine (bajajauto.com/ne-np)[6]
  • Max power 19.03 PS @ 8400 rpm (bajajauto.com/en-np)[4]
  • Max torque 17.5 Nm @ 7000 rpm (bajajauto.com/en-np)[4]
  • 5-speed manual gearbox, chain drive (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • 175.3 cc single-cylinder, four-stroke, liquid-cooled, FI engine (nepalautotrader.com).
  • Max power: 13.3 kW at 9500 rpm (benelli.com/np-en).
  • Max torque: 14 Nm at 7000 rpm (benelli.com/np-en).
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 1490 mm (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Ground clearance 169 mm (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/ne-np)[6]
  • Ground clearance: 170 mm (nepalautotrader.com).
Dimensions
  • Length 2210 mm (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Width 806 mm (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Height 1321 mm (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/ne-np)[6]
  • Kerb weight 159 kg (official Nepal spec) (bajajauto.com/ne-np)[6]
  • Seat height 737 mm (Nepal portal spec) (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Length: 2030 mm (nepalautotrader.com).
  • Dry weight: 147 kg official site; some Nepal articles cite 145 kg (benelli.com/np-en).
Cargo
  • Underseat storage not specifically provided; standard cruiser tool space (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Rear carrier not standard; optional accessories from dealer (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Underseat storage: Not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-18).
Comfort & Interior
  • Low, cushioned seat for relaxed riding posture (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Wide handlebars for laid-back ergonomics (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Front telescopic suspension with anti-friction bush (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Rear twin shock absorbers tuned for comfort (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Foot-forward cruising rider triangle (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Single-cylinder commuter-oriented seating package; seat height not disclosed officially (As of: 2026-07-18).
  • Ride-focused streetfighter ergonomics (nepalautotrader.com).
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Digital instrument cluster with basic readouts (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Handlebar-mounted console for speed and indicators (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Electric start with 12V, 9Ah MF battery (bajajauto.com/ne-np)[6]
  • FI engine for smoother fueling and efficiency (nepalautotrader.com).
  • No TFT/connected features were disclosed in Nepal sources (As of: 2026-07-18).
Safety
  • Front 260 mm disc brake (bajajauto.com/ne-np)[6]
  • Rear drum brake setup (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Standard ABS not explicitly mentioned for Nepal BS4 unit (techlekh.com)[5]
  • Front telescopic fork aids stability under braking (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Headlamp 60W for better night visibility (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • ABS not disclosed in the Nepal sources reviewed (As of: 2026-07-18).
  • Front disc brake specification not disclosed in the Nepal sources reviewed (As of: 2026-07-18).
Design & Exterior
  • Classic cruiser styling with large windshield (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Available colours: Auburn Black and Moon White (bajajauto.com/en-np)[4]
  • Spoke wheels with 90/90-17 front, 130/90-15 rear tyres (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Chrome-finished body elements and exhaust (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Low-slung profile with long wheelbase (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Italian-styled streetfighter design (motar-company.com.np).
  • Available in standard and Neon colorways (ktm2day.com).
Sales & Imports
  • Officially sold in Nepal via Hansraj Hulaschand network (classifiedsonline.com.np)[10]
  • Price listed at Rs. 4,32,900 BS4 in Nepal (techlekh.com)[5]
  • Bajaj blog also mentions Rs. 4,32,900 indicative price (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Model positioned as affordable cruiser in Nepal market (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Official Nepal price listed by distributor at NRs 429,900 (benelli.com/np-en).
  • Nepal portals report bookings / availability and later price cuts (nepalauto.com).
Value for Money Verdict
  • Considered Nepal’s only 220cc cruiser in this price band (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Offers strong highway comfort for the price (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Value-focused cruiser for riders wanting relaxed posture (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Stronger value after Nepal price cuts than at launch (nepaldrives.com).
  • Competes on styling and performance more than premium electronics (ktm2day.com).
Pros
  • Comfortable low seat and relaxed ergonomics (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Refined 220cc oil-cooled engine with decent torque (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Distinctive cruiser styling rare in Nepal segment (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Good fuel efficiency for a 220cc cruiser (nepalauto.com)[3]
  • Good power-to-displacement for the class (benelli.com/np-en).
  • Large fuel-tank range for daily use (ktm2day.com).
  • Distinctive styling in Nepal-market pricing tier (motar-company.com.np).
Cons
  • ABS fitment and safety equipment not clearly specified (techlekh.com)[5]
  • Limited underseat and luggage storage from factory (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[8]
  • Niche cruiser format; less versatile than standard commuters (bajajauto.com/en-np blog)[9]
  • Electronics and safety details are under-documented in Nepal sources (As of: 2026-07-18).
  • Dry weight is relatively high for a 180-class motorcycle (benelli.com/np-en).

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise or Benelli 180S?

As of July 2026, the Benelli 180S starts at Rs 4.3 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.01 lakh less than the Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise at Rs 4.31 lakh.

What is the price of the Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise and Benelli 180S in Nepal?

The Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise costs Rs 4.31 lakh to Rs 4.33 lakh and the Benelli 180S costs Rs 4.3 lakh to Rs 4.4 lakh (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Bajaj Avenger 200 Cruise or the Benelli 180S?

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