TVS Apache RTR 160 vs Bajaj Pulsar 150

Should you buy TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 150 Find out which bike is best for you - compare the two models on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. TVS Apache RTR 160 price in is Rs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 150 price in is Rs (ex-showroom). The engine in the Apache RTR 160 makes 16.04 PS and 13.85 Nm . On the other hand, the power and torque of Pulsar 150 stand at 14 PS and 13.25 Nm respectively. TVS offers the Apache RTR 160 in 2 colours whereas the Bajaj Pulsar 150 comes in 4 colours. Out of 951 user reviews, Pulsar 150 scores 4.4 whereas the TVS Apache RTR 160 tallies 4.3 out of 5 based on 2 user reviews..The TVS Apache RTR 160 Mileage is around 47 kmpl, while the Bajaj Pulsar 150 Mileage is around 47.5 kmpl.

Apache RTR 160 vs Pulsar 150

Key Highlights	Apache RTR 160	Pulsar 150
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	47.5 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	14 PS @ 8500 rpm
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Commuter Bikes
Engine Type	SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine

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Basic Information	TVS Apache RTR 160	Bajaj Pulsar 150
On-Road Price	Rs.1.56 Lakh onwards	Rs.1.29 Lakh onwards
Mileage (Overall)	47 kmpl	47.5 kmpl
Max Power	16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm	14 PS @ 8500 rpm
User Rating	4.3 Based on TVS Apache RTR 160 Reviews	4.4 Based on Bajaj Pulsar 150 Reviews
Body Type	Commuter Bikes	Commuter Bikes
EMI Starts	₹ 4,498 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years	₹ 3,721 Get EMI offers Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years
Insurance	Rs.10,949 Apache RTR 160 Insurance	Rs.6,947 Pulsar 150 Insurance
Colours	Matte BlackPearl WhiteView All Colours	Sparkle Black SilverSparkle Black RedSparkle Black BlueView All Colours
Brochure	Brochure not available	Download Brochure

Basic Information

TVS Apache RTR 160

Bajaj Pulsar 150

On-Road Price

Rs.1.56 Lakh onwards

Rs.1.29 Lakh onwards

Mileage (Overall)

47 kmpl

47.5 kmpl

Max Power

16.04 PS @ 8750 rpm

14 PS @ 8500 rpm

User Rating

4.3

Based on TVS Apache RTR 160 Reviews

4.4

Based on Bajaj Pulsar 150 Reviews

Body Type

Commuter Bikes

EMI Starts

₹ 4,498

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

₹ 3,721

Get EMI offers

Rate of interest @9.7%* for 3 years

Insurance

Rs.10,949
Apache RTR 160 Insurance

Rs.6,947
Pulsar 150 Insurance

Colours

Matte BlackPearl WhiteView All Colours

Sparkle Black SilverSparkle Black RedSparkle Black BlueView All Colours

Brochure

Brochure not available

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Engine and Transmission
Engine Type	SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection	4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine
Displacement	159.7 cc	149.5 cc
No. of Cylinders	1	1
Cooling System	Air Cooled	Air Cooled
Valve Per Cylinder	2	2
Fuel Supply	Fuel Injection	Fuel Injection
Clutch	Slipper Clutch	Wet, Multi Plate
Gear Box	5 Speed	5 Speed
Emission Type	bs6-2.0	bs6-2.0
Max Torque	13.85 Nm @ 7000 rpm	13.25 Nm @ 6500 rpm
Starting	Self Start Only	Kick and Self Start
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Engine and Transmission

Engine Type

SI, 4 Stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, Fuel Injection

4-Stroke, 2-Valve, Twin Spark BSVI Compliant DTS-i FI Engine

Displacement

159.7 cc

149.5 cc

No. of Cylinders

Cooling System

Air Cooled

Features
Instrument Console	Digital	Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity	Bluetooth	Bluetooth
Navigation	Yes	-
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
USB Charging Port	No	Yes
Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Techometer	Digital	Digital
Tripmeter	Digital	Digital
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Additional Features Of Variant	(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 97 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm), Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3/DOT 4, Glide Through Technology, TVS SmartXonnect, Voice Assist	Mobile Notifications, Gear Indicator, DTE
Seat Type	Single	Single
Body Graphics	-	Yes
Clock	-	Yes
Passenger Footrest	Yes	Yes
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Features

Instrument Console

Digital

Bluetooth Connectivity

Bluetooth

Navigation

Call/SMS Alerts

Features and Safety
Mobile Application	-	Yes
Fuel Gauge	Digital	Digital
Riding Modes	Rain,Sports,Urban	-
Additional Features	(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 97 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm), Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3/DOT 4, Glide Through Technology, TVS SmartXonnect, Voice Assist	Mobile Notifications, Gear Indicator, DTE

Features and Safety

Mobile Application

Fuel Gauge

Digital

Riding Modes

Rain,Sports,Urban

Additional Features

(Maximum Speed - Urban/Rain Mode - 97 kmph), (Maximum Power - Urban/Rain Mode - 13.32 PS @ 8000 rpm), (Maximum Torque - Urban/Rain Mode - 12.7 Nm @ 6500 rpm), Position Lamp, Roto Petal Disc Brake, Brake Fluid - DOT 3/DOT 4, Glide Through Technology, TVS SmartXonnect, Voice Assist

Mobile Notifications, Gear Indicator, DTE

Performance
Overall Mileage	47 kmpl	47.5 kmpl
Top Speed	107 kmph	115 kmph

Performance

Overall Mileage

47 kmpl

47.5 kmpl

Top Speed

107 kmph

115 kmph

Dimensions and Capacity
Fuel Capacity	12 L	15 L
Width	730 mm	765 mm
Length	2085 mm	2055 mm
Height	1105 mm	1060 mm
Saddle Height	790 mm	785 mm
Ground Clearance	180 mm	165 mm
Wheelbase	1300 mm	1320 mm
Kerb Weight	138 kg	148 kg
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Dimensions and Capacity

Fuel Capacity

12 L

15 L

Width

730 mm

765 mm

Length

2085 mm

2055 mm

Height

1105 mm

1060 mm

Electricals
Headlight	AHO, LED Headlamp With All Time On LED Position Lamp	Halogen
Taillight	LED	LED
Turn Signal Lamp	LED	Bulb
DRLs	Yes	-
LED Taillights	-	Yes
Low Fuel Indicator	Yes	Yes
Pilot Lamps	-	Yes
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Electricals

Headlight

AHO, LED Headlamp With All Time On LED Position Lamp

Halogen

Taillight

LED

Turn Signal Lamp

LED

Bulb

DRLs

Tyres and Brakes
Front Brake Diameter	270 mm	260 mm
Rear Brake Diameter	200 mm	130 mm

Tyres and Brakes

Front Brake Diameter

270 mm

260 mm

Rear Brake Diameter

200 mm

130 mm

Underpinnings
Frame	Double Cradle Synchro STIFF	-

Underpinnings

Frame

Double Cradle Synchro STIFF

Pros & Cons

Pros
Cons

TVS Apache RTR 160
- Smooth power delivery in city traffic
- Good build quality and finish
- Dual-channel ABS is a big safety plus
- Features like ride modes and Bluetooth add value
Bajaj Pulsar 150
- Offers good value for money given its features and performance on tap.
- The padded single seat keeps both rider and pillion comfortable for long rides.
- The raised clip-on handlebards, padded seat and mid-set footpegs provide an upright riding position

TVS Apache RTR 160
- Riding posture feels cramped for taller riders
- The engine lacks refinement compared to the 4V
- Rear suspension can feel harsh over bad roads
- Priced too close to the better 4V variant
Bajaj Pulsar 150
- Build quality could've been a bit better
- Could've had better engine refinement
- Gearbox could have been smoother

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User Reviews of Comparison

Apache RTR 160
Pulsar 150

C
chandrakant on Jun 30, 2025
4.2
TVS rtr 160
I bought the bike from nearby TVS showroom. The staff there is very nice will help you to buy the bike and make the your decision not go wrong. The bike is in white color and the comfort of the bike is good you can ride the bike for 4 to 5 hrs. Bike gives the mileage of 50 to 60 km/l this very fast compare to others you can reach your destination in no time.
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md on Jun 28, 2025
4.5
A gift from my father.
My father give me this bike as a gift. First I was so sad to get this bike. I was hoping for some other bike but after riding TVS Apache RTR 160 my whole point of you was changed in second and I am loving and enjoying the ride now feel the comfort and power of this bike and I will surely recommend to my all friends and my all relative to consider it that's all.
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ramchandra on Jul 06, 2025
5.0
Nice bike looks i like this bike
Very good look and very nice ride I'm in the village all road full pickup and drive in smooth ride i like,i love bajaj pulsar. Good bike my fav bike very nice pickup very nice break and drive time good drive filling my Old pulsar 2015 model 10 years very good bike no maintenance cost even I am living in village where not proper roads present..
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nabi on Jul 06, 2025
4.8
Pulsar is the best bike
Pulsar is the best bike of bajaj for in price or performance, it's body type is to stylish and attractive. I personally own this bike with proud and prosperity. I suggest to buy this bike for racer cafe racer or attractiveness, this bike is also to cheap and best in this segment. It's service costing is also too affordable.
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A
aman on Jul 05, 2025
5.0
BEST BIKE UNDER 150 CC SEGMENT NO ONE CAN BEAT IT
Bajaj Pulsar is the best bike under 140 cc segment, it has a good mileage and good power, it comes with nice suspension and ride quality, it looks amazing specially it has a good road presence and the trust of bajaj, every indian should feel proud of our Indian company, BAJAJ PULSAR IS BRAND, IT IS FAVOURITE AND VERY KNOWN FOR THE NEW AND OLD GENERATION AS WELL
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S
sanam on Jul 04, 2025
4.5
Bajaj pulsar 150 specs
Bajaj Pulsar is a great bike in terms of performance, looks, mileage, suspension, It can easily be drive on rough tough roads, It comes with affordable price and multiple colours so you can easily pick yours favourite one and enjoy a safe secure and colourful ride, it gives very smooth experience when drive on rough roads, to buy it is a very best choice.
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A
ashokanand on Jun 30, 2025
5.0
"Rule The Roads"
Very good bike,i used for 8years, it's Road Grip is too good and Powerful acceleration,Sporty look,Over all a All Rounder Performance I enjoyed while riding for Long Distances, I travelled to so many places,it was a very pleasant experience,l didn't had any problem while riding,I was riding in village nor City the ride was amazing,I love this bike from bottom of my heart.
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Q) Which bike is better TVS Apache RTR 160 or Bajaj Pulsar 150?

A) As per our average user rating, TVS Apache RTR 160 has a score of 4.3/5 while Bajaj Pulsar 150 has rate of 4.4 /5.

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A) TVS Apache RTR 160 price starts at Rs & Bajaj Pulsar 150 price starts at Rs in . Bajaj Pulsar 150 is cheaper between these.

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