Splendor+ XTEC vs XTEC 2.0 (2026): What’s New? Price & EMI Compared

The Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 is a focused evolution of the XTEC formula. It does not add cubic capacity or power; it addresses the most visible limitation of the original XTEC—the halogen headlamp—while adding safety-oriented hazard lights and revised lighting signatures. In the 2026 line-up, that makes it the natural choice for riders who commute after dark but do not need a front disc.

Current average ex-showroom references list XTEC Drum OBD2B at ₹81,360 and XTEC 2.0 Drum OBD2B at ₹83,349. The difference is only ₹1,989. An estimated Delhi on-road calculation puts XTEC 2.0 near ₹98,580 against a current ₹96,591 reference for XTEC, keeping the likely gap close to ₹2,000.

The original XTEC remains relevant for buyers satisfied with a halogen headlamp and looking to save every rupee. XTEC 2.0 is better for night visibility, roadside conspicuity and buyers who want the newest factory specification without moving to the costlier disc variant.

Price Comparison

 

The XTEC 2.0 premium over the original XTEC is ₹1,989 ex-showroom. That amount buys lighting and signalling upgrades, not stronger brakes or performance. The separate Disc OBD2B costs about ₹1,021 more than XTEC 2.0 on the current listing. This creates a real choice: LED-plus-hazard convenience or the front-disc hardware. Confirm whether a dealer’s disc stock includes the exact XTEC 2.0 lighting package, because model naming is not always displayed consistently.

For on-road cost, XTEC’s Delhi reference is about ₹96,591. Applying a similar registration-and-insurance uplift to XTEC 2.0 gives an approximate ₹98,580. This is an estimate; final quotations depend on insurance cover, road tax and dealer additions.

EMI Comparison

Assume 20% down payment, 9.5% annual reducing-balance interest and 36 months.

 

The estimated EMI increase is about ₹51 per month. Over three years, the down payment plus EMI outflow is roughly ₹2,233 higher. For regular night riders, that is a modest cost for the factory LED headlamp and hazard function. These are calculation assumptions, not lender-approved terms. Buyers should compare actual rates, fees and city-specific financing on Drivio.

Mileage & Running Cost

Hero’s model FAQ states 69kmpl for Splendor+ XTEC and 73kmpl for XTEC 2.0, making 2.0 the highest-mileage named Splendor variant in that comparison. Marketplace owner data for the combined XTEC range is about 65kmpl, and it may not isolate enough XTEC 2.0 owners to prove a four-kilometre real-world gap.

Using the claims for a simple 1,000km monthly calculation at ₹100 per litre, XTEC would use about 14.49 litres and cost ₹1,449; XTEC 2.0 would use about 13.70 litres and cost ₹1,370. The claimed-result difference is approximately ₹79 a month. Using the same conservative 65kmpl planning figure for both produces no saving.

Therefore, regard the 73kmpl number as a certified or claimed benchmark rather than guaranteed monthly savings. Tyre pressure, traffic, speed and servicing influence the result more than the small hardware differences.

Engine & Performance

There is no engine-performance upgrade. Both use the 97.2cc, air-cooled, single-cylinder OHC motor with programmed fuel injection, producing 5.9kW at 8,000rpm and 8.05Nm at 6,000rpm. Both have a four-speed constant-mesh transmission, wet multi-plate clutch and i3S idle stop-start.

City response, overtaking ability and cruising comfort are therefore equivalent. Both suit everyday urban speeds and short regional journeys. Neither gains highway authority from the 2.0 badge. If a test bike feels different, check tyre pressures, service condition, clutch adjustment and load before attributing it to the variant.

Refinement is similarly matched. At sensible commuter speeds the engine is easy-going; when held near its upper range, both versions can feel busy. XTEC 2.0’s value is improved equipment, not mechanical transformation.

Features

Shared equipment includes a fully digital LCD instrument console, Bluetooth call and SMS alerts, real-time mileage display, service reminder, USB charging, side-stand cut-off, i3S, tubeless tyres and IBS. Neither provides turn-by-turn navigation. Both drum variants use 130mm front and rear drums.

XTEC 2.0 adds the equipment that most clearly differentiates it:

An LED headlamp with an H-shaped light signature instead of the original XTEC’s halogen unit.

H-themed tail-lamp detailing for a more recognisable rear view.

Hazard warning lights, useful when the motorcycle is stationary after a breakdown or in a roadside emergency.

Revised colours and graphics associated with the newer edition.

The hazard switch should be used responsibly; it does not authorise unsafe stopping or riding in poor visibility. Neither drum variant has ABS. Buyers prioritising braking hardware should test the front-disc XTEC alongside XTEC 2.0 and verify its lighting specification.

Design, Comfort & Practicality

Both keep the Splendor’s slim, upright commuter shape. XTEC 2.0 looks fresher mainly because of its H-shaped front and rear lighting treatment. The digital console, tank, side panels and seating concept remain familiar.

The important ergonomic numbers are unchanged: roughly 785mm seat height, 112kg kerb weight, 165mm ground clearance, 1,236mm wheelbase and 9.8-litre tank. Both use a telescopic front fork and five-step adjustable twin rear shocks. Rider and pillion comfort are essentially the same.

In traffic, both are light, narrow and approachable. The LED headlamp gives XTEC 2.0 a practical advantage after sunset, while the original XTEC performs identically in daylight. Neither offers under-seat storage or a navigation screen; the USB port is the useful everyday provision for a phone mounted separately.

Maintenance & Ownership

Service requirements are effectively identical. Both need scheduled oil, chain, brake, tyre and fuel-injection checks. Hero’s stated warranty is five years or 70,000km, whichever comes first, subject to terms.

The LED unit should last longer than a conventional bulb in normal use, but a complete LED assembly can cost more to replace if damaged. Request a written part price and check warranty coverage. Hazard-switch operation and Bluetooth pairing should be tested during pre-delivery inspection.

Used-bike values will depend on condition and local demand. XTEC 2.0’s newer lighting may help desirability, but the small purchase premium is a better reason to choose it than speculative resale.

Key Differences

 

Which One Should You Buy?

Choose Splendor+ XTEC if:

You mainly ride in daylight and the halogen lamp is acceptable.

You want the digital and Bluetooth functions at the lowest XTEC price.

Saving roughly ₹2,000 upfront matters more than newer lighting.

Choose Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 if:

Night commuting is frequent.

Factory LED lighting and hazard lights add practical reassurance.

The estimated ₹51 monthly increase is comfortable.

You want the newest drum-brake Splendor feature package.

XTEC 2.0 is the better overall buy because the price and EMI premiums are small and the upgrades are genuinely useful. Original XTEC remains a valid deal only if discounted sufficiently or if LED lighting is unimportant. Performance should not influence the decision because it is identical.

Final Verdict

Buy Splendor+ XTEC 2.0 unless the original XTEC is meaningfully discounted. It preserves the same efficient, light commuter package and adds better lighting and hazards for roughly ₹2,000 ex-showroom. Check the exact variant, city price and financing options on Drivio because the separate disc model complicates the line-up.