India’s two-wheeler giant Hero MotoCorp has officially introduced the much-anticipated Hero XOOM 160, and it’s creating quite the buzz. With a bold design, cutting-edge features, and a performance-packed engine, the XOOM 160 marks Hero’s serious entry into the premium sporty scooter segment. Positioned as an adventure-style maxi-scooter, the XOOM 160 is poised to compete with rivals like the Aprilia SXR 160 and Yamaha Aerox 155.
Let’s explore what makes this new scooter a true standout.
Futuristic Design That Demands Attention
The first thing that you will notice about the Hero XOOM 160 is its brutal, aggressive adventure bike style. Unlike other scooters, it has a tough and muscular body, high ground clearance, and big front aprons. Powerful, sharp LED headlamp clusters, developed LED DRLs, and sporty graphics at the same time—the scooter seems modern and futuristic, nearly lead ball.
The tall windscreen, along with the surfboard-like exhaust, adds to its upscale appeal and readiness for off-road. It’s a scooter that’s good for city commutes and made for the riders who are straight-up bold and make a statement on the road.
Power-Packed 156cc Liquid-Cooled Engine
156 cc, single-cylinder, liquid-cooled; a huge contrast to the air-cooled engines that Hero is supposedly used to. The combination of engines and equipment in such fashion will make this vehicle responsive and deal with heavy loads or hilly ascents easily.
The official numbers are not yet confirmed, but the power output is anticipated at around 14-15 bhp, which will make it directly compete with currently available sporty scooters in the Indian market. The CVT gearbox provides a smooth drive on the city roads, and even the top-end torque gives a view of the highway too.
Adventure-Ready Chassis & Suspension
Hero has produced the XOOM 160 to be multi-purposed. It is installed on 14-inch alloy wheels and has a telescopic front fork with a monoshock rear suspension, providing an objective ride quality to diverse terrains.
Compared to the average scooter, its ground clearance stands out way above, and therefore, the XOOM 160 can traverse rough roads, broken roads, and even a slight off-road experience. It is among the initial scooters of Hero to provide this type of competence and adventurousness.
Smart Connectivity and Digital Console
Tech lovers will be pleased with the feature-packed fully digital instrument cluster. The scooter includes Bluetooth connectivity, navigation support, and call/SMS alerts, keeping riders connected on the go. There’s also a USB charging port built into the under-seat storage or front glove box (depending on variant), ideal for charging mobile devices.
The console is expected to display vital information like fuel efficiency, trip meters, gear position, and more.
LED Lighting and Safety Features
The Hero XOOM 160 is an all-LED light-equipped vehicle, including the head lamp to the tail lamp and indicators. This does not only increase the visibility but also adds to its premium image.
To brake, Hero has provided the disc type of brake at the front and drum or disc at the rear in addition to CBS (Combi Braking System) to make the braking more safe. The road grip and stability are also increased by having a wider tyre on its back and a firm chassis.
Expected Launch Date & Price in India
The Hero XOOM 160 comes with the engine capacity of The Hero XOOM 160 was first unveiled at EICMA 2023 and has now been confirmed for the Indian market. It is expected to hit showrooms by late 2025, with an estimated ex-showroom price of ₹1.35 to ₹1.45 lakh.
It will likely be offered in multiple color options and variants, giving customers flexibility based on features and pricing.
Conclusion: A Game-Changer in the Premium Scooter Segment
Hero MotoCorp is setting big footsteps with the Hero XOOM 160, and it is not a commuter brand anymore. This scooter goes to the people who like to have balls, go about the city as adventurers, and ride a single unit that has a lot of style, power, and versatility.
Whether it is its futuristic design, powerful engine, or host of high-tech features, the XOOM 160 is geared to transform the expectations of people in India on scooters. In search of something special other than the everyday, this may be your next ride.