I love simple, reliable bikes, and when I first heard about the Hero Splendor Plus being available at around ₹74,500, I had to dig in. In this post I’ll walk you through what that price actually means, the engine and performance details, fuel economy expectations, and a practical buying checklist. If you’re thinking about a commuter bike that won’t give you drama, read on — I’ll keep it straight and useful.
Why the Hero Splendor Plus still matters
The Hero Splendor Plus has been a go-to commuter for years. I say that because it pairs low running cost with simple mechanics and a proven network of service centers. For many riders, the Splendor line is about trust: low maintenance, predictable performance, and good fuel economy. The current model uses a 97.2 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled engine with fuel injection and a 4-speed gearbox — a setup that balances city agility with comfortable highway cruising.
Engine, performance and real-world numbers
Here are the technical highlights I look at when checking any commuter bike:
- Engine: 97.2 cc single-cylinder, air-cooled, fuel-injected.
- Power: About 7.9–8.4 PS (roughly 8 PS).
- Torque: ~8.05 Nm.
- Transmission: 4-speed gearbox.
In real-world riding, many users report a top speed near 87 km/h under good conditions. That matches multiple observed runs and online reports. For city use, you won’t need full throttle — the bike is tuned for low-end pickup and stable cruising at 50–60 km/h. But the 87 km/h figure shows it can handle short highway stretches or an overtaking maneuver without strain.
Fuel economy and user examples
I know fuel cost is a key reason people choose the Splendor Plus. Many online portals and owner reports show mileage in the 60–70+ km/l range depending on riding style, load, and traffic. To give you concrete examples:
- My colleague who commutes 30 km each way in mixed traffic sees about 62 km/l on long runs after a few tank fills.
- A forum user who mostly rides at steady 50–60 km/h on highways reported consistent 68 km/l.
- City-only stop-and-go riding often lowers that to the mid-50s km/l, which is expected.
These figures make the Splendor Plus one of the most economical choices if your goal is low monthly fuel spend.
Features, variants and compliance updates
Hero has kept the Splendor Plus simple but added useful features across variants. Here’s what I find important:
- i3S / PGFI: Programmed fuel injection and start-stop tech on select variants improve economy.
- IBS (Integrated Braking System): Safer braking spread between wheels.
- Alloy/tubeless options & XTEC trim: Cosmetic and convenience upgrades like better wheels and connected graphics.
- Emissions compliance: Hero updated the range to meet BS‑VI/OBD2B and later regulatory changes around 2025.
Those updates caused modest price changes. A government GST rate change later in 2025 also meant Hero announced model-wise price reductions, with some Splendor+ models getting up to about ₹6,800 benefit in listed prices. That’s one reason you might see a quoted price near ₹74,500 in some cities or during promotions.
Quick spec and price snapshot
To make the numbers easy to compare, here’s a short table summarizing the key specs and typical price band in 2025:
| Model | Engine (cc) | Power | Top Speed | Typical Ex-showroom Price (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hero Splendor Plus (base) | 97.2 cc | ~7.9–8.4 PS | ~87 km/h | ~₹75,000–₹86,000 (varies by city) |
| Splendor Plus i3S/XTEC | 97.2 cc (PGFI/i3S) | ~8 PS | ~87 km/h | Higher end of band; features affect price |
Note: The ₹74,500 figure is plausible for certain variants, cities, dealer offers or after GST-related savings. It’s not a single nationwide official sticker price. Always confirm with your local Hero dealer.
Buying checklist — practical steps I use
If you’re ready to buy, here are the checks I always do:
- Decide the variant: STD, i3S, XTEC, or OBD2B. Features like start-stop, connectivity, or disc brake matter to cost.
- Get an up-to-date ex-showroom quote from a local Hero dealer — prices vary by state and city.
- Ask for a final on-road price: include RTO, insurance, registration, and any dealer handling charges.
- Confirm which GST benefit or promotion applies. After the Sep 22, 2025 revisions, some buyers saw up to ₹6,800 lower prices.
- Test-ride the exact variant you’ll buy; check ergonomics, seat comfort, and how it pulls at 50–70 km/h.
- Check service intervals and ask about genuine spares cost — Splendor’s parts are widely available and inexpensive.
Case study: City commuter vs. weekend rider
Let me share two short examples I collected:
City commuter (Asha): Asha rides 25 km each way to work in mixed traffic. She bought a Splendor Plus i3S at a dealer quote of ~₹76,000 after a city discount. Her monthly fuel bill dropped by ~25% vs her previous 100cc bike because she now gets ~60–65 km/l. She values low service costs and wide service network.
Weekend rider (Rahul): Rahul uses his Splendor Plus for intercity trips on weekends. He was surprised that steady cruising at 60–70 km/h felt stable and that the bike could comfortably reach ~87 km/h for short stints. He chose a variant with alloy wheels and paid closer to ₹82,000 ex-showroom.
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Final Thoughts
So where does that leave us? If you ask me, the Hero Splendor Plus still offers a very strong value proposition: a 97.2 cc fuel-injected engine, practical top speed around 87 km/h, and real-world fuel economy often in the 60–70+ km/l band. The quoted price of ₹74,500 is plausible for specific variants, cities, or after GST and dealer discounts — but it’s not a universal nationwide sticker. I recommend you confirm the current ex-showroom and on-road price with a local Hero dealer and pick the variant that matches your needs (i3S for extra economy, XTEC for cosmetics/connectivity).
If you want, I can look up the current official ex-showroom and on-road price for your city and a chosen variant — tell me the city and variant, and I’ll pull the latest numbers for you.
