TVS Ntorq 150 vs Rivals : Scooter segment within India is no longer restricted to just mileage and comfort. The youth today prefers sporty scooters which are swaying more on speed, performance and features. Keeping up with this trend, TVS has unveiled its most powerful aggressive scooter Ntorq 150. It competes directly with Aprilia SR 175, Hero Xoom 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155. Lets take a look at each of their unique features and declare who wins on paper.
Engine and Performance
TVS Ntorq 150 has a 149.7cc air-cooled engine producing a power of 13 bhp and torque of 14.2 Nm. The torque id higher than all other scooters listed here. Now, the engine of Aprilia SR 175 is a little bigger, but it produces almost the same power. With the Hero Xoom 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155, we have liquid cooler engines, thereby taking smoothness and high-rev performance even further. Among all, the Xoom 160 makes 14.6 bhp while the Aerox 155 makes 14.79 bhp. Among all scooters, the Aerox produces the least torque whereas the most comes from the Ntorq. Ntorq 150 has the unique advantage of being the only scooter in this segment to have street and race mode.
Dimensions and Ride Quality
All manufacturers have different ideas as to how their scooters should look and how they should behave while riding. The longest wheelbase is of Aprilia SR 175, meaning better high-speed stability; Ntorq 150 has the shortest wheelbase, and hence its handling becomes supremely sharp and perfect for the city rides. Ntorq sports 12-inch alloy wheels, the rest of the machines have 14-inch wheels for a plusher ride. In terms of ground clearance, Aerox 155 is the smallest (145mm) of this lot, while the rest has 155mm. The Ntorq 150 would feel lighter and nimbler because it weighs less, whereas the Xoom 160 weighs 142 kg and almost feels like a bike.
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Features and Technology
With regard to features, the TVS Ntorq 150 leaves all others behind. It has 4G e-SIM connectivity for the scooter to link to smartphones, smart watches, and even Amazon’s Alexa. The scooter has other features like voice control, panic braking alert, and advanced telematics. Both the Ntorq and SR 175 get a 5-inch TFT display, while the Aerox and Xoom still come with LCD panels. Both Aerox and Ntorq come with traction control, but strangely enough, there is no navigation on the Aerox. On the other hand, keyless go is an additional benefit for the Xoom and Aerox.
Price and Value for Money
Now comes what is probably the most critical part – price. This is the most expensive among all the scooters mentioned here, which falls under the price tag of the very expensive Yamaha Aerox 155. The Hero Xoom 160 rates a little lesser, but it has this bike-like weight and design. Price for the Aprilia SR 175 is Rs 1,26 lakh, which comes with the practicality of having an internal filling cap for fuel. On the other hand, TVS Ntorq 150 is priced at just Rs 1.19 lakhs, the lowest in this league. This promising pricing along with robust features makes this an attractive choice.
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Conclusion
If speed and advanced technology are your penchant, you can feel that TVS Ntorq 150 is your ultimate bet. Premium looks go to the Aerox 155, muscular looks and powerful engines go to Xoom 160 while sporty riding pleasure belongs to the Aprilia SR 175. When it comes to pricing and value for money practicality and features, Ntorq 150 emerges winner in this battle.