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Hero Xoom vs TVS Apache RTR 160 2V in Nepal — price & specs compared

Ex-showroom, KathmanduEx-showroom, as listed — no trim distributor-verified yetComparing 110 V vs Apache RTR 160 2V Disc variants
The short answer

Hero Xoom costs रु 4,000 less ex-showroom. Apache RTR 160 2V has 25 mm more ground clearance. Apache RTR 160 2V has 7.9 PS more power.

Choose the Hero Xoom if
Hero Xoom costs रु 4,000 less ex-showroom.

An entry-level tech-heavy scooter that offers high-end features like Bluetooth and Projector LEDs at a competitive price, though it lacks the safety of a front disc.

Pros
Segment-first projector LED headlamps
Digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth
Lightweight and nimble for city traffic
Cons
Lacks front disc brake in this trim
Basic drum wheels compared to diamond-cut alloys
Smaller fuel tank compared to some 125cc rivals
As of 13 Sept 2026
Choose the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V if
Apache RTR 160 2V has 25 mm more ground clearance.Apache RTR 160 2V has 7.9 PS more power.

Disc variant balances price and braking performance, making it the sweet spot for most Apache RTR 160 buyers in Nepal. Best suited to riders wanting daily usability plus occasional spirited riding, with acceptable running costs.

Pros
Strong FI engine with Sport mode for performance and Urban/Rain for efficiency.
Front and rear petal discs plus ABS deliver confident braking.
Proven Apache chassis and suspension for engaging handling.
Reasonable fuel efficiency for a 160 cc performance commuter.
Cons
Lacks scooter-like practicality such as under-seat storage and floorboard.
Some rivals offer more modern styling or extra safety features.
Bluetooth and full connectivity may require higher-spec Bluetooth variant.
India-spec numbers; Nepal-specific detailed brochure not easily accessible.
As of 04 Aug 2026
14 rows compared
Hero Xoom price in Nepal
Hero
रु 2,49,900Lowest price
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V price in Nepal
TVS
रु 2,53,900
💰Price & availabilityEx-showroom
Ex-showroom price
रु 2,49,900Cheapest
रु 2,53,900
Range, all variants
रु 2,49,900 – रु 2,59,900
रु 2,53,900 – रु 3,53,900
Variants on sale
3
4
Fuel
petrol
petrol
Distributor
CG Motors Pvt. Ltd.
Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd. (TVS Nepal)
🎁Current offersDealer offers on the selected variant
Offers
No offer on this variant
cash
Occasional dealer cash schemes; exact current terms not disclosed officially
2 offers on other variants
⚙️Engine, power & drivetrainVerified spec data
Max power
8.1 bhp (8.2 PS)
16 PS+7.9 PS
Max torque
8.7 Nm
13.9 Nm+5.2 Nm
Drivetrain
RWD
Not disclosed
📐Size & practicalityVerified spec data
Length
1,881 mm
2,085 mm
Height
Not disclosed
1,105 mm
Wheelbase
1,181 mm
1,300 mm+119 mm
Ground clearance
155 mm
180 mm+25 mm
🔧After-sales reachCounted from distributor listings
Showrooms in Nepal
92
270Better
Service centres
14
53Better
1 category hiddenBattery & Range does not apply to these two petrol models.
📋Other verified detailsAs researched, per category
🛋️Comfort & Interior
·Electric and Kick-start options
·Telescopic Hydraulic front suspension
·Unit Swing with Spring Loaded Hydraulic rear damper
As of 13 Sept 2026
·Single-piece seat with 790 mm saddle height
·Telescopic front fork and rear mono-shock
·Engine and chassis tuned for sporty yet daily usable ergonomics
As of 04 Aug 2026
📱Infotainment & Convenience
·Fully digital speedometer with Amber LCD
·Low fuel indicator and i3S technology
·Bluetooth connectivity for Distance To Empty
As of 13 Sept 2026
·Connected digital cluster with Bluetooth SmartXonnect in Bluetooth trims
·Ride-mode selection via handlebar switch
As of 04 Aug 2026
🛡️Safety
·Drum brakes on both front and rear
·Integrated Braking System / CBS
·Signature H-shaped Position Lamp and LED Tail Lamp
As of 13 Sept 2026
·Front 270 mm petal disc brake
·Rear 200 mm petal disc brake on Disc version
·Single-channel ABS with mode-dependent tuning
·Stiff double cradle frame aids high-speed stability
As of 04 Aug 2026
Warranty & After-sales
·5 Years or 50,000 km standard vehicle warranty
·Warranty conditions require periodic servicing at authorized centers
As of 13 Sept 2026
Not disclosed
Design & Exterior
·Advanced Projector LED Headlamps
·12-inch Cast Drum wheels
·90/90-12 Front and 100/80-12 Wider Rear Tyre
As of 13 Sept 2026
·Sporty tank, sharp headlamp and race-inspired graphics
·17-inch alloy wheels with tubeless tyres
·Muffler with conventional design and sporty sound
As of 04 Aug 2026
📊Sales & Imports
·Distributed in Nepal by CG Motors
·Imported as CBU from India
As of 13 Sept 2026
·Imported and distributed in Nepal by Jagdamba Motors Pvt. Ltd.
·Disc variant positioned above Drum with better braking and feature mix
As of 04 Aug 2026

Every variant, priced

Ex-showroom by trim — pick one to load it into the columns above.

Hero Xoom
TVS Apache RTR 160 2V

What each one really costs you

From our tax and EMI tools — bagmati province rates, 3-year loan at 7.5% with 40% down.

Ex-showroom
रु 2,49,900
रु 2,53,900
Road tax + registration
≈ रु 3,300
≈ रु 6,800
Third-party insurance
≈ रु 1,705
≈ रु 1,931
Estimated on-road
≈ रु 2,54,905
≈ रु 2,62,631
EMI / month
≈ रु 4,664 · 3 yr @ 7.5%
≈ रु 4,739 · 3 yr @ 7.5%

Estimates, not quotes. Road tax follows the published provincial schedule; insurance is the third-party tariff. Confirm with the dealer and insurer.

Hero Xoom full detailsTVS Apache RTR 160 2V full detailsEMI calculatorInsurance costOn-road price

Our verdict

Their ex-showroom prices are close enough to ignore, so specification decides it: the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V leads on ground clearance and dealer and service reach.

Choose the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V if
  • rough, unpaved or flood-prone roads are part of your daily route
  • you want servicing within reach of where you live
  • you want the stronger powertrain for hill climbs and overtaking

Measured: 25 mm more ground clearance; 39 more service centres in Nepal (53 vs 14); 7.9 PS more power.

Every figure in this verdict is computed from the table below — the same ex-showroom prices, variant specifications and Nepal service network the page publishes. Nothing here is an estimate, and where a figure is missing on one side the axis is left out rather than guessed.

What we have actually checked

Trim prices distributor-verified
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These trims are listed at their published ex-showroom price, but none has been checked against the distributor's own price list yet — so treat the figures as indicative and confirm at the showroom.

After-sales reach in Nepal
Hero: 92 showrooms, 14 service centres · TVS: 270 showrooms, 53 service centres

Counted from our own showroom and service-centre directories, not from a brochure — every outlet behind these numbers has a listing on this site with an address and a phone number.

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Compiled and reviewed by Ajit Narayan Singh
Editor, Nepal AutoMart

This comparison is assembled from the Nepal AutoMart catalog — distributor price lists we track daily, variant specifications verified against brochures, and our own showroom and service-centre directories. Specifications a source only hedges at are left blank rather than filled in, prices carry the date they were last checked, and corrections are logged. How we source and verify this data.

Hero Xoom vs TVS Apache RTR 160 2V — questions buyers ask

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Hero Xoom or TVS Apache RTR 160 2V?

As of September 2026, the Hero Xoom starts at Rs 2.5 lakh ex-showroom — Rs 0.04 lakh less than the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V at Rs 2.54 lakh.

What is the price of the Hero Xoom and TVS Apache RTR 160 2V in Nepal?

The Hero Xoom costs Rs 2.5 lakh to Rs 2.6 lakh and the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V costs Rs 2.54 lakh to Rs 3.54 lakh (ex-showroom, September 2026).

Should I buy the Hero Xoom or the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V?

Their ex-showroom prices are close enough to ignore, so specification decides it: the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V leads on ground clearance and dealer and service reach. Take the TVS Apache RTR 160 2V if rough, unpaved or flood-prone roads are part of your daily route. Every figure behind that call is in the table on this page.

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