TVS Star City Plus vs Hero Splendor Plus: Which Suits Araria?

Ask anyone in Araria for a daily bike and the Hero Splendor Plus comes up first. It is the default, and a default is hard to beat. The TVS Star City Plus is the quieter alternative, priced from ₹75,000 ex-showroom (indicative, so call us for an on-road quote). Here is how the two compare on the things that matter to a buyer here.

Engine and everyday riding

The Star City Plus has a 110 cc engine. The Splendor Plus sits at roughly 100 cc. On paper that is a small gap, but on a loaded bike or a slow climb onto a bridge approach, the extra capacity means fewer downshifts. The Splendor engine is known for being simple and forgiving, and nobody has ever doubted it will start on a cold morning.

Mileage and running cost

Both are built to be cheap to run, and the Splendor Plus has a long reputation for frugal fuel use. We will not hand you a made-up kmpl figure for either. What decides your real mileage is how you ride, tyre pressure and how often the bike is serviced. A well-kept Star City Plus will not embarrass itself next to a Splendor. If running cost is the only thing you care about, the Splendor is a safe pick and the Star City Plus is close behind. Regular visits to our service centre matter more than the badge.

Comfort for two on district roads

This is where the Star City Plus earns its price. The riding posture is relaxed, the seat is comfortable for a pillion, and the dual-tone finish looks fresher after a few monsoons. Many Splendor owners find the ride slightly more upright and the seat firmer on a long day. If you carry family or travel to Forbesganj or Purnia, comfort adds up over an hour.

• Star City Plus: bigger engine, comfortable posture, dual-tone styling, ethanol-ready engine option.
• Splendor Plus: simple and familiar engine, a name every mechanic knows, strong brand recognition.
• Both: easy to handle, forgiving on broken roads, low-cost parts.
• Neither is a performance bike. Choose on comfort and service, not top speed.

Service reach and resale

Honest answer: the Splendor wins on resale. Almost every garage in the district has worked on one, and used buyers ask for it by name. A Star City Plus resells fine, but the buyer pool is smaller. Where TVS answers is warranty and authorised service, which we handle in Araria itself. We made a similar comparison against another popular rival in our Radeon vs Splendor Plus article if you want a second view.

Which one should you pick

Pick the Star City Plus if you ride with a pillion, want more engine in hand and plan to keep the bike for years. Pick the Splendor Plus if resale and the widest possible garage network are your first concerns. If you are undecided between several TVS commuters, read our Star City Plus vs Passion Plus comparison next. For monthly payment planning, see our finance options.