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Hero Splendor Plus vs Honda Unicorn

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Hero Splendor Plus or Honda Unicorn? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Splendor Plus and Unicorn. Hero Splendor Plus Price starts at Rs.80,166 (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake OBD2B and Honda Unicorn Price starts at Rs.1.21 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Disc STD. Hero Splendor Plus is 1 cylinder, 97 cc Engine can generate 7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm power whereas Honda Unicorn is a 1 cylinder, 162 cc Engine can generate 13.0 bhp @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Splendor Plus provides a mileage of 80.6 kmpl (base model), and Unicorn has a range of N/Akm/charge (base model). Hero Splendor Plus is available in 7 colours & 10 variants whereas Honda Unicorn is available in 3 colours & 3 variants.

Splendor Plus vs Unicorn

Key HighlightsHero Splendor PlusHonda Unicorn
PriceRs.80,166Rs.1.21 Lakh
Engine Capacity97.2 cc162.7 cc
Power7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm13.0 bhp @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range80.6 kmplN/A km/charge
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Hero Splendor Plus Drum Brake OBD2B bike
Hero Splendor Plus
Drum Brake OBD2B
Rs. 80,166
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Honda Unicorn Disc STD bike
Honda Unicorn
Disc STD
Rs. 1.21 Lakh
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    90,026
    Price Breakup
    1.36 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.3
    4.3
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 Litres
    -
    Engine Displacement
    97.2 cc
    162.7 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    IBS
    Single Channel ABS
    Front Disc Size
    130
    -
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    25
    -
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    25
    -
    Front Wheel Size
    18
    -
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    41
    -
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    28
    -
    Rear Wheel Size
    18
    -
    Wheel Type
    Alloy
    -
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    -
    Rear Suspension
    Swingram with 5-step Adjustable Hydraulic Shock Absorbers
    -
    Front Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    -
    Rear Tyre Size
    80/100 - 18
    -

    Instrumentation

    Riding Modes Switch
    Touch Screen Display
    Fuel level guage
    Digital
    -
    Gear Indicator
    -
    Speedometer
    Analogue
    -
    Odometer
    Analogue
    -

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    LED headlight

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    5 Years/70000 Kms
    3 Years/36000 kms

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Tubular Double Cradle
    -

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    All 4 Up
    1 Down 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    -
    Spark Plugs
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    1
    Engine Capacity
    97.2 cc
    162.7 cc
    Engine Type
    Air cooled& 4-stroke& Single cylinder& OHC
    -
    No. of Cylinders
    1
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    -
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Top Speed
    87 kmph
    -
    Bore x Stroke
    50 mm x 49.5 mm
    57.3 mm x 63.1 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    Configuration
    Single Cylinder
    Single Cylinder
    Cooling type
    Air Cooled
    -
    Fuelling
    Fuel Injection
    -
    Max Power
    7.91 bhp @ 8000 rpm
    13.0 bhp @ 7500 rpm

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    Call/SMS Alerts
    -
    Front Storage Box
    -
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    Low Oil Indicator
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    -
    Riding Modes
    Service Reminder Indicator
    Under Seat Storage
    Console Type
    Analogue
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    -
    Engine Kill Switch
    -
    Handle Type
    Single bar
    -

    Safety

    AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    -
    Hazard Warning Switch
    Radial Tyres
    Side Stand Alarm
    check
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    -
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    Halogen Bulb
    Halogen Bulb
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    check
    Slipper Clutch
    check
    -

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2000 mm
    -
    Width
    720 mm
    -
    Height
    1052 mm
    -
    Wheelbase
    1236 mm
    -
    Ground Clearance
    165 mm
    -
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    9.8 Litres
    -
    Body Type
    Commuter
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    785 mm
    -
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    112 kg
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • One of the best-selling commuter bike in India
    • Reliable engine & easy maintenance
    • Lightweight means it is easy to use on rough roads
    • Fuel economy is one of the best in its segment
    • Riding position is comfortable & relaxing
    • New features like USB charging are helpful to the rider
    • Pricing-wise it is still one of the best bikes in its segment
    • Extremely Refined Engine
    • Great mileage compared to others
    • Low maintaince
    • Sporty looks
    Cons
    • Design is very old now
    • It doesn’t look or feel as premium as rivals like Honda Shine 100
    • Only comes with drum brakes, no option of disc brake
    • Seat needs more cushioning for comfort
    • It looks dated and boring on the road
    • Cold start problem
    • No ABS & Rear Disc brake
    • Not liquid cooled
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    Detailed Comparison of Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Unicorn

    Safety

    Splendor Plus comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm, Slipper Clutch. Unicorn has Side Stand Alarm, Pillion Grabrail, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), ABS - Anti-lock braking system .

    Comfort & Convenience

    Hero Splendor Plus has features like Pillion Footrest and Honda Unicorn, on the other hand, has USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Hero Splendor Plus comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission and Unicorn comes with 5 Manual transmission.

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    Hero Splendor Plus and Honda Unicorn Owner Reviews

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      • AN
        A Narayanappa
        16 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Excellent Splendor Plus with superb condition. It has a nice look, very smooth driving experience, comfortable seating, and great petrol mileage. Overall, it covers almost everything you expect from a bike, making it a reliable and satisfying choice.
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        Deavang Dhramanchotiya
        16 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Hero Splendor Plus is the best bike from Hero. It may not be ideal for long rides, but it is perfect for daily use. It offers great comfort and excellent mileage.
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      • PK
        Punit Kumar
        15 Sep 2025
        5.0
        I have been riding this bike for 10 years. It’s a very good bike, and I plan to keep it in the future as well. It gives excellent mileage and requires almost no maintenance.
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        Dungar ram
        14 Sep 2025
        5.0
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        Tasleem
        13 Sep 2025
        5.0
        Hero is a very nice company, and their bikes are really good. Great job by the team! The bike has simple yet useful features, making it perfect for everyday use. Truly a reliable and value-for-money choice.
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