Hero Splendor Plus vs Honda Unicorn

Honda Unicorn Price starts at Rs. 1.19 Lakh which is Rs. 42,305 costlier than base model of Hero Splendor Plus priced at Rs. 77,176. The claimed mileage of Hero Splendor Plus is 70 kmpl. In technical specifications, Hero Splendor Plus is powered by 97.2 cc engine , while Honda Unicorn is powered by 162.71 cc engine. Hero Splendor Plus is available in 7 different colours while Honda Unicorn comes with 3 colours. The Comparison Hero Splendor Plus vs Honda Unicorn can be described on the basis of price and specifications.

Splendor Plus vs Unicorn

Key Highlights Splendor Plus Self with Alloy WheelUnicorn Disc
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC 4 stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
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Splendor Plus vs Unicorn Key Highlights

Basic Info Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus Self with Alloy WheelHonda Unicorn Disc
Rating
2710 reviews
4 reviews
Brand Name Hero Moto Corp Honda
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 77,176 Check On Road Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC 4 stroke, SI Engine
Max Power 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Colors
Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus Colors
Honda Unicorn Colors
Brakes Front Drum Disc
Brakes Rear Drum Disc
Braking Type Integrated Braking System ...
Wheel Size Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
ABS ... Single Channel
Starting Kick and Self Start Kick and Self Start
Speedometer Analogue Digital
EMI
Rs. 2,223 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Rs. 3,442 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 6,187 Splendor Plus Insurance Rs. 10,699 Unicorn Insurance
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Engine Type
Air cooled, 4-stroke, Single cylinder, OHC
4 stroke, SI Engine
Engine Displacement
97.2 cc
162.71 cc
Max Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Max Torque
8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm
14.58 Nm @ 5250 rpm
Emission Type
bs6-2.0
bs6-2.0
Bore
50 mm
57.3 mm
Stroke
49.5 mm
63.1 mm
No Of Cylinders
1
1
Drive Type
Chain Drive
Chain Drive
Valve Per Cylinder
2
2
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Compression Ratio
...
10.0:0.1

Brakes Front
Drum
Disc
Brakes Rear
Drum
Disc
Braking Type
Integrated Braking System
...

Mileage (Overall)
70 kmpl
...
Top Speed
87 kmph
...

Tyre Size
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-80/100-18
Front :-80/100-18 Rear :-100/90-18
Peak Power
8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm
13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm
Wheel Size
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Front :-457.2 mm,Rear :-457.2 mm
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
785 mm
798 mm
Length*Width*Height
2000*720*1052 mm3
2081*756*1103 mm3
Wheelbase
1236 mm
1335 mm
Length
2000 mm
2081 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
187 mm
Height
1052 mm
1103 mm
Width
720 mm
756 mm
Fuel Capacity
9.8 Liters
13 Liters
Kerb Weight
112 Kg
139 Kg
Tail Light
Bulb
LED
Saddle Height
785 mm
798 mm
Front Brake Diameter
130 mm
240 mm
Rear Brake Diameter
130 mm
130 mm

Additional Features
...
Gear Position Indicator, Seat Length - 715 mm
USB charging port
...
Headlight
Halogen
LED
Battery Capacity
12V / 3AH
12V / 5AH
Turn Signal Lamp
Bulb
Bulb

Frame
Tubular Double Cradle
Diamond Type
ABS
...
Single Channel
Body Type
Commuter Bikes
Commuter Bikes
Body Graphics
...
Instrument Console
Analogue
Digital
Starting
Kick and Self Start
Kick and Self Start
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Switch
Display
...
Speedometer
Analogue
Digital
Handle Type
Single Piece
...
Tripmeter
Analogue
Digital
Average Fuel economy
...
Distance to Empty Indicator
...
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Techometer
...
Digital
Passenger Footrest
Cooling System
Air Cooled
...
Odometer
Analogue
Digital
Service Due Indicator
...

Standard Warranty (Years)
5
3

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Hero Splendor Plus
  • Frugal & Reliable engine
  • Light-weight
  • agile and manoeuvrable
  • Accessible seat.
Honda Unicorn
  • Fairly light for a 160cc motorcycle
  • Gets lots of ground clearance
  • Gets a new LCD instrument cluster
Hero Splendor Plus
  • Dated design
  • Lacks disc brake even as an option
Honda Unicorn
  • Looks the same throughout the years
  • Performance could be better when compared to rivals

Is Hero Splendor Plus Better Than Honda Unicorn?

50% users have chosen Hero Splendor Plus over Honda Unicorn in a survey being conducted on zigwheels.com.
Apart from this survey a total of 11545 users have also rated Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Unicorn on some really important factors like Mileage , performance, comfort, safety etc. and have given their personal opinions about these bikes.
Honda Unicorn has out rated Hero Splendor Plus on all the rating factors.
Before making your decision you should also consider the unbiased and thorough analysis of these bikes on every aspect by our auto experts who have summarised the analysis in pros, cons and final conclusion..

Ratings Factor Unicorn Splendor Plus
Mileage 4.1 5.0
Performance 4.1 5.0
Comfort 3.9 5.0
Maintenance 4.1 5.0
Features 3.8 5.0
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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Which bike is better Hero Passion Pro or Hero Splendor Plus?
  • Hero splendor plus bike is best
  • Both Hero Passion Pro and Splendor Plus are good city commuters with strong engine performance and a durable body to withstand harsh riding conditions. The BS6 Passion Pro is a strong contender in the 110cc space. It’s fuel-efficient, quick on its feet and looks the part. However, it doesn’t match up to the quality standards in the segment, isn’t as smooth as its rivals and feels less special thanks to this. But if you’re looking for a bike that delivers on aesthetics and performance, the Passion is the way to go. On the other hand, the Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership details.Read More: - Hero Passion Pro vs Hero Splendor Plus
Q. Which bike is better between Splendor Plus and HF Deluxe?
  • I don't agree with you, BF6 is using low quality material due to which brake noise happens which Hero is unable to solve till date
  • Both the bikes are good in their forte. The Hero HF Deluxe has been one of the most popular choices for those who want an affordable, hassle-free means of two-wheeled transportation. Now, Hero has managed to make the age-old sloper motor future-proof with the BS6 update, so it clearly has the potential to take the mantle forward to being one of the best-selling motorcycles in the country. On the other hand, The Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for details.
Q. Which bike performance is better among Hero Splendor Plus and TVS Radeon?
  • TVS Radeon is much better because of comparision in price and feature among them
  • Selecting the right bike would depend on several factors such as your budget preference on the segment, features required, engine options, brand preference, etc. The Splendor is one of the most iconic motorcycles in India and also one of the best-selling. It has proved itself as a dependable workhorse and is backed by a massive sales and service network. However, it remains to be seen whether the Splendor Plus BS6’s sales success will survive the sizable price hike. Hero Splendor Plus is powered by a 97.2 cc engine that generates a max power of 8.02 PS @8000 rpm and a max torque of8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm. On the other hand, if we talk about TVS Radeon, it is one of the most efficient bikes we’ve tested, comes with a supple suspension setup, soft and well-padded seat is super comfortable. Radeon is equipped with a 109.7 cc engine that generates a max power of 8.19 PS @ 7350 rpm and a max torque of 8.7 Nm @ 4500 rpm. Moreover, we would suggest you to take a test ride before making the final decision. Follow the link and select your desired city for dealership.
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Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus Vs Honda Unicorn FAQs

Which bike is best between Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus vs Honda Unicorn?
Honda Unicorn has out rated Hero Splendor Plus on all the rating factors.
Which bike is cheaper Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus vs Honda Unicorn?
The Hero Splendor Plus is cheaper than Honda Unicorn by Rs. 42,305.
Which bike offers better performance Hero Moto Corp Splendor Plus vs Honda Unicorn?
For the Self with Alloy Wheel version, 97.2 cc Petrol engine of Splendor Plus produces 8.02 PS @ 8000 rpm of power and 8.05 Nm @ 6000 rpm of torque. Whereas for the Disc version, 162.71 cc Petrol engine of Unicorn produces 13.18 PS @ 7500 rpm of power and 14.58 Nm @ 5250 rpm of torque
As per the users experiences the Hero Splendor Plus has better performance.

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