TVS Motor Company has officially launched the Ntorq 150 in India at a starting price of Rs 1.19 lakh. It is available in two variants: standard and the one with a TFT instrument panel, the latter priced at Rs 1.29 lakh (both ex-showroom). The new 150cc Ntorq serves as a more affordable alternative to the likes of Hero Xoom 160 (Rs 1.49 lakh) and Yamaha Aerox (Rs 1.51 lakh).
Speaking at the launch of Ntorq 150, Gaurav Gupta, President, India 2W Business, TVS Motor Company, said, “TVS NTORQ 150 is inspired by the learnings from all our riders and will further strengthen our scooter portfolio. Combining race-inspired performance, advanced connectivity, and first-in-segment safety and control features, the scooter will delight the consumers and significantly build brand love.”
TVS Ntorq 150: Design
TVS says the design of Ntorq 150 takes inspiration from a stealth aircraft with its multipoint projector LED headlamps housed within the front apron. The arrowhead front end sculpted for better aerodynamic efficiency lends a sharp appearance to the scooter. Further, accentuating the sporty appeal of the new Ntorq 150 are jet-inspired vents and integrated winglets.. At the rear, the T-shaped LED taillamps give the Ntorq 150 a unique design.
Other visual highlights include split grab rails, a single-piece seat, colour-coded alloy wheels and a stubby exhaust muffler. Moreover, the Ntorq 150 gets a handlebar which is usually seen in naked motorcycles, thus enhancing rider control and delivering a raw, connected feel. TVS is offering four colour options with the Ntorq 150 namely Stealth Silver, Racing Red, Turbo Blue, and Nitro Green.
TVS Ntorq 150: Features
TVS has equipped the Ntorq 150 with a long list of features. Besides all-LED illumination, the sporty scooter gets a full-TFT instrument panel in the top-variant that offers over 50 connected features including Alexa and smartwatch integration, turn-by-turn navigation, vehicle tracking, last parked location, call/message/social media alerts, ride modes, OTA updates, and custom widgets.
This adaptive TFT display comes with a 4-way navigation switch and integrated telematics. Other notable features include a 22-litre underseat storage, Bluetooth connectivity, traction control, and two ride modes- Street and Race. The Ntorq 150 is also the first in its segment to get adjustable brake levers. In terms of safety, the Ntorq 150 offers crash and theft alerts, hazard lamps, emergency brake warning, follow-me headlamps, and a first-in-segment traction control.
TVS Ntorq 150: Mechanical specs
The Ntorq 150 is underpinned by the same chassis as its 125cc sibling. However, the spring rates and damping for front telescopic forks and rear monoshock are different due to the additional weight from the engine. The scooter rides on 12-inch wheels at both ends. Braking is handled by a disc brake at the front and a drum at the rear, supported by a single-channel ABS.
Powering the Ntorq 150 is a 149.7cc, air-cooled, O3CTech engine that delivers 13 bhp at 7,000 rpm and a peak torque of 14.2 Nm torque at 5,500 rpm. Power is transferred to the rear wheels via CVT gearbox. As for performance, the Ntorq 150 can accelerate 0–60 kmph in 6.3 seconds and clock a top speed of 104 kmph. There are two ride modes on offer: Street and Race.
