TVS Ntorq 150 vs rivals: price and specifications compared

The 150cc+ scooter segment in India had heated up with the introduction of the Yamaha Aerox a few years ago. Then, in January this year, Hero launched the Xoom 160, and now TVS has brought in the new Ntorq 150. All these scooters are tempting options but will appeal to a different type of rider. Here is a specification comparison to help you make an informed decision.

TVS Ntorq 150 vs rivals: engine and output

The Xoom 160 has the highest displacement, the Aerox is the most powerful, while the Ntorq 150 is the most torquey

Engine and output
	TVS Ntorq 150	Yamaha Aerox 155	Hero Xoom 160
Engine	149.7cc, single-cyl, air-cooled	155cc, single-cyl, liquid-cooled	156cc, single-cyl, liquid-cooled
Power	13.2hp at 7,000rpm	15hp at 8,000rpm	14.81hp at 8,000 rpm
Power-to-weight ratio	114.8hp per tonne	119.1hp per tonne	104.2hp per tonne
Torque	14.2Nm at 5,500rpm (0.7Nm from ISG)	13.9Nm at 6,500rpm	14Nm at 6,500rpm

The Ntorq is the only scooter in this comparison with an air-cooled engine. While all three scooters have strong power and torque figures, the Aerox stands out with the best power-to-weight ratio. The Ntorq, however, delivers its peak power and torque around 1000rpm earlier than the Aerox and Xoom. That, paired with the iGo assist system, should give it a punchier feel in initial acceleration.

TVS Ntorq 150 vs rivals: weight and dimensions

The Ntorq appears to be the most approachable scooter for daily city riding

Weight and dimensions
	TVS Ntorq 150	Yamaha Aerox 155	Hero Xoom 160
Kerb weight	115kg	126kg	142kg
Seat height	770mm	790mm	787mm
Ground clearance	155mm	145mm	155mm
Fuel tank capacity	5.8 litres	5.5 litres	7 litres
Wheelbase	1285mm	1350mm	1348mm
Underseat storage capacity	22 litres	24.5 litres	NA

The Ntorq is the lightest scooter from the lot, has the most accessible seat height, and the shortest wheelbase. The Xoom is the heaviest scooter, has the most generous fuel tank capacity and the highest ground clearance. The Aerox has the tallest seat height and the lowest ground clearance.

TVS Ntorq 150 vs rivals: suspension, tyres and brakes

The Xoom and Aerox get 14-inch wheels, while the Ntorq gets 12-inch wheels

Suspension, Tyres, and brakes
	TVS Ntorq 150	Yamaha Aerox 155	Hero Xoom 160
Suspension (F/R)	Telescopic fork / Monoshock	Telescopic fork / Twin shock absorbers	Telescopic fork / Twin shock absorbers
Brakes (F/R)	220mm disc / 130mm drum	230mm disc / 130mm drum	disc / drum
Tyres (F/R)	100/80-12 / 110/80-12	110/80-14 / 140/70-14	120/70-14 / 140/60-14

The Ntorq is aimed at city riding with 12-inch alloy wheels. The Xoom appears to be the largest and most rugged scooter that might even be able to complete longer distances comfortably. Despite the 14-inch alloy wheels on the Aerox, it has a stiff suspension setup that is not able to handle bad roads well. Compared to the Aerox and Ntorq, the Xoom makes use of block pattern tyres.

TVS Ntorq 150 vs rivals: features

The TVS Ntorq is the most technologically advanced option

The top-spec variant of the Ntorq gets a colour TFT screen, while the other two scooters get a digital display. The Aerox and Ntorq also get a traction control system, which the Xoom misses out on. The Ntorq and the Xoom support Turn-by-turn navigation, while the Aerox misses out on this feature Additionally, the iGo assist system for torque boost is only available on the Ntorq. The standout feature on the Xoom is a smart key which can also open the seat remotely. Additionally, the Version S (top-spec variant) of the Aerox gets a smart key as well.