Suzuki V-Strom SX vs TVS Apache RTX

Prices, specs and on-road cost, side by side. Updated 1 Oct 2026.

Suzuki V-Strom SX
TVS Apache RTX

Suzuki

V-Strom SX

From ₹2.01 Lakh

Full V-Strom SX page Change

TVS Motor

Apache RTX

From ₹1.99 Lakh

Full Apache RTX page Change
Suzuki V-Strom SXV-Strom SX · ₹2.01 Lakh
TVS Apache RTXApache RTX Base · ₹1.99 Lakh

What's different

On the versions picked above

Price V-Strom SX: ₹2.01 Lakh Apache RTX: ₹1.99 Lakh (ahead) Apache RTX ₹1,318 cheaper
Braking V-Strom SX: Dual-channel ABS Apache RTX: Dual-channel ABS
Mileage V-Strom SX: 32 kmpl Apache RTX: 32 kmpl ARAI claim
Power V-Strom SX: 26.5 PS Apache RTX: 36 PS (ahead) Torque 22.2 vs 28.5 Nm
Weight V-Strom SX: 167 kg Apache RTX: 180 kg Seat height 835 vs 835 mm
Versions V-Strom SX: 1 Apache RTX: 3 (ahead)

Pick the Apache RTX for the lower price, more power and more versions.

Spec by spec

Price

Ex-showroom
₹2.01 Lakh
₹1.99 Lakh
On-road in
₹2.28 Lakh
₹2.26 Lakh
EMI, 5 years, 20% down
₹3,825 a month
₹3,801 a month

Headline figures

Powertrain
Petrol, manual
Petrol, manual
Power
26.5 PS
36 PS
Torque
22.2 Nm
28.5 Nm
Gearbox
Manual
Manual
Mileage
32 kmpl
32 kmpl

Engine & Transmission

Displacement (cc)
249 cc
299 cc
Engine Type
Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, 4-Valve, SOHC, Suzuki Oil Cooling System (SOCS) FI
Single cylinder, liquid-cooled, DOHC, 4-valve
Bore x Stroke
76.0 mm x 54.9 mm
78 mm x 62.6 mm
Compression Ratio
10.7:1
11.6:1
Cooling
Oil Cooled (Suzuki Oil Cooling System SOCS)
Liquid Cooled
Gearbox
6 Speed Manual (1D 5U)
6-speed manual
Clutch
Wet Multiplate Clutch
Assist and slipper clutch
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain drive

Brakes & Wheels

Front Brake Type & Diameter
Single Disc, 300 mm, ByBre 2-piston caliper
Disc, 320 mm, radial caliper
Rear Brake Type & Diameter
Single Disc, 220 mm, Nissin 1-piston floating caliper
Disc, 240 mm, floating caliper
ABS/CBS Type
Dual Channel ABS
Dual-channel ABS
Wheel Type
10-Spoke Cast Aluminium Alloy Wheels (19-inch Front / 17-inch Rear)
Alloy, 19-inch front / 17-inch rear
Front Tyre Size
100/90-19 Tubeless (MRF Mogrip Meteor)
110/80-19
Rear Tyre Size
140/70-17 Radial Tubeless (MRF Mogrip Meteor)
150/70-17
Tyre Type
Not listed
Tubeless

Suspension & Chassis

Front Suspension
41 mm Telescopic Hydraulic Fork (120 mm travel)
41mm USD forks
Rear Suspension
Swingarm-mounted Monoshock (7-step preload adjustable, 120 mm travel)
Monoshock absorber
Frame Type
Tubular Steel Diamond Frame
Steel trellis frame
Wheelbase (mm)
1440 mm
1,430 mm
Ground Clearance (mm)
205 mm
200 mm

Dimensions

Length (mm)
2180 mm
Not listed
Width (mm)
880 mm
Not listed
Height (mm)
1355 mm
Not listed
Seat Height (mm)
835 mm
835 mm
Kerb Weight (kg)
167 kg
180 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity (L)
12.0 L (Reserve 2.4 L)
12.5 litres

Instrument Cluster

Display Type
Fully Digital LCD Instrument Console with Bluetooth Ride Connect
5-inch TFT digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Yes (Bluetooth turn-by-turn navigation, caller ID, ETA updates on Ride Connect)
Not listed
Navigation
Yes (Turn-by-Turn navigation via Suzuki Ride Connect)
Not listed
USB Charging
Yes (USB mobile charging port on left side of instrument cluster)
Not listed
Bluetooth/Navigation
Not listed
Yes on top trim: turn-by-turn navigation, map mirroring, GoPro control

Safety & Convenience

Riding Modes
None
4 modes: Urban, Tour, Rally, and a fourth mode sources call either Road or Rain
Traction Control
No
Yes
Quickshifter
No
Standard on Top/BTO trims, not on the base trim
Cruise Control
No
Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not listed
Optional
Windscreen
Not listed
Yes, manually adjustable

Lights

Headlight
Full LED Octagonal Headlamp with integrated adventure beak and touring screen
LED with DRL
Taillight
Full LED Taillamp
LED
Turn Indicators
Bulb / Clear lens
LED

Seat & Storage

Seat Type
Two-piece stepped adventure touring seat with aluminium rear carrier
Stepped pillion seat
Under-Seat Storage
Minimal tool kit only (Rear carrier plate standard)
Not listed

Choice

Versions
1 version
3 versions
Price range
₹2.01 Lakh
₹1.99 Lakh – ₹2.34 Lakh
Colours
4 colours
5 colours

Features are what each maker lists for its top versions. "Not listed" means the maker's sheet does not mention it, not that the vehicle lacks it.

Same engine and gearbox, closest price

Pick a pair to compare those two versions

Petrol, manual

V-Strom SX₹2.01 Lakh Apache RTX Base₹1.99 Lakh Apache RTX ₹1,318 less

On-road price in six cities

V-Strom SX V-Strom SX against Apache RTX Apache RTX Base

CityV-Strom SXApache RTXGap
Mumbai₹2.34 Lakh₹2.32 LakhApache RTX ₹1,485 less
Pune₹2.34 Lakh₹2.32 LakhApache RTX ₹1,485 less
New Delhi₹2.28 Lakh₹2.26 LakhApache RTX ₹1,445 less
Bengaluru₹2.48 Lakh₹2.46 LakhApache RTX ₹1,577 less
Chennai₹2.36 Lakh₹2.34 LakhApache RTX ₹1,498 less
Hyderabad₹2.48 Lakh₹2.4 LakhApache RTX ₹7,562 less

Ex-showroom price plus road tax, registration and insurance, by each state's rules. Dealers may add handling charges and accessories.

Common questions

Which is cheaper, the V-Strom SX or the Apache RTX?

The Apache RTX, by ₹1,318 on the versions compared here: V-Strom SX V-Strom SX at ₹2.01 Lakh against Apache RTX Apache RTX Base at ₹1.99 Lakh, ex-showroom. On the road in Delhi that becomes ₹2.28 Lakh against ₹2.26 Lakh.

Which is more powerful?

The V-Strom SX V-Strom SX makes 26.5 PS and 22.2 Nm and the Apache RTX Apache RTX Base makes 36 PS and 28.5 Nm.

What is the EMI on each?

About ₹3,825 a month for the V-Strom SX and ₹3,801 for the Apache RTX, on the road in Delhi with 20% down over five years at 9.5%.

Compare the rivals

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