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Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 vs Hero Passion XTec

Do you want to find out which bike is the best, Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 or Hero Passion XTec? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Continental GT 650 and Passion XTec. Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Price starts at Rs.3.26 Lakh (ex-showroom) for Rocker Red & British Racing Green and Hero Passion XTec Price starts at Rs.N/A (ex-showroom) for Drum Brake. Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 is 2 cylinder, 648 cc Engine can generate 46.8 bhp @ 7250 rpm power whereas Hero Passion XTec is a 1 cylinder, 113 cc Engine can generate 6.73 kw @ 7500 rpm power. In terms of mileage, Continental GT 650 provides a mileage of 27 kmpl (base model), and Passion XTec has a mileage of 56.5 kmpl (base model). Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 is available in 2 colours & 4 variants whereas Hero Passion XTec is available in 3 colours & 2 variants.

Continental GT 650 vs Passion XTec

Key HighlightsRoyal Enfield Continental GT 650Hero Passion XTec
PriceRs.3.26 LakhRs.81,538
Engine Capacity648 cc113.2 cc
Power46.8 bhp @ 7250 rpm6.73 kw @ 7500 rpm
Mileage/Range27 kmpl56.5 kmpl
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Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 Rocker Red & British Racing Green bike
Royal Enfield Continental GT 650
Rocker Red & British Racing Green
Rs. 3.26 Lakh
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Hero Passion XTec Drum Brake bike
Hero Passion XTec
Drum Brake
Rs. 81,538
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    3.67 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    N/A
    User Rating
    4.2
    4.1
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12.5 Litres
    10 Litres
    Engine Displacement
    648 cc
    113.2 cc
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    Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

    Braking System
    Dual Channel ABS
    IBS
    Calliper Type
    Front 2 Piston Rear 1 Piston
    Front Disc Size
    320
    Dia. 240mm
    Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    32
    25
    Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    32
    25
    Front Wheel Size
    18
    18
    Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
    check
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)
    39
    41
    Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
    36
    28
    Rear Wheel Size
    18
    18
    Wheel Type
    Spoke
    Alloy
    Front Suspension
    Telescopic forks
    Conventional fork - Dia.30mm
    Rear Suspension
    Twin gas charged shock-absorbers with adjustable preload
    Twin Shox
    Front Tyre Size
    100/90 - 18
    80/100 - 18

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    LED headlight
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    2 Years or 40000 km
    5 Years or 70000 km

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Steel Tubular Double Cradle Frame
    Tubular Double Cradle

    Engine & Transmission

    Gear Shifting Pattern
    1 Down 5 Up
    All 4 Up
    Ignition
    CDI
    Electric Start(with i3s- Idle Stop Start System
    Spark Plugs
    1 Per Cylinder
    1 Per Cylinder
    Engine Capacity
    648 cc
    113.2 cc
    Engine Type
    4 Stroke Air-Oil cooled SOHC Engine
    Air cooled& 4 - stroke, Single Cylinder, OHC
    No. of Cylinders
    2
    1
    No. of valves per cylinder
    2
    2
    Transmission Type
    Manual
    Manual
    Battery Capacity
    0.144 kwh
    -4123 kwh
    Battery Type
    VRLA
    Maintenance Free
    Fast Charging
    -
    Top Speed
    169 kmph
    90 kmph
    Bore x Stroke
    78 mm x 67.8 mm
    50.0 x 57.8 mm
    Charging Socket
    check
    Configuration
    Twin Cylinder
    Single Cylinder

    Comfort & Convenience

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

    Safety

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

    Dimensions & Capacity

    Length
    2119 mm
    2036 mm
    Width
    780 mm
    715 mm
    Height
    1067 mm
    1113 mm
    Wheelbase
    1398 mm
    1270 mm
    Ground Clearance
    174 mm
    168 mm
    Fuel Tank Capacity
    12.5 Litres
    10 Litres
    Engine Oil Capacity
    3.1 Litres
    0.95 Litres
    Body Type
    Cafe Racer
    Commuter
    Seat Height
    804 mm
    799 mm
    Unladden/Kerb Weight
    214 kg
    117 kg

    Entertainment & Communication

    MID (Multi Info Display)
    -

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • Thin tank feels very aerodynamic and comfortable
    • fantastic and they are very very powerful.
    • I will go as far as to say that the front and rear brakes are the best non ABS on any Indian bike.
    • Thin tank feels very aerodynamic and comfortable
    • A decent and frugal engine
    • Looks stylish
    • Gets some good features (Projector LED Headlamp, Xtec technology, Auto sail etc.)
    • Low maintenance cost
    • Better mileage and performance
    Cons
    • Quality is very low.
    • The bike gets very vibey after an year
    • The engine is quite unreliable.
    • Vibrations at high speeds
    • Brakes lack confidence
    • Engine could have been more refined
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    Detailed Comparison of Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Hero Passion XTec

    Safety

    Continental GT 650 comes loaded with Yes ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Switch, Pass Light, Hazard Warning Indicator, Slipper Clutch, ABS - Anti-lock braking system . Passion XTec has AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail.

    Comfort & Convenience

    Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 has features like Low Battery Indicator, Low Oil Indicator, Engine Kill Switch, USB Charger Port and Hero Passion XTec, on the other hand, has Under Seat Storage, Service Reminder Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Pillion Footrest, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

    Transmission

    Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 comes with 6 Speed Manual transmission and Passion XTec comes with 4 Speed Manual transmission.

    Dimensions

    Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 has a 12.5 Litres fuel tank with 1067 mm seat height. Hero Passion XTec has 1113 mm seat height and 10 Litres fuel tank capacity.

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    Royal Enfield Continental GT 650 and Hero Passion XTec Owner Reviews

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      • N
        Niranjan
        01 Aug 2025
        5.0
        Best bike under 659cc segment. Amazing throttle response with great style and compassion for the rider. If u want a great affordable bike.
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        prajwal
        01 Aug 2025
        3.8
        This bike is truly worth the price. Its look is outstanding and it offers great value for money—truly the king of the Royal Enfield brand. It reflects solid automobile craftsmanship, though a few additional features would make it even better.
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        Nidhir
        26 Jul 2025
        4.2
        Overall experience is good. Overall the bike is good & the road presence is excellent.
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        SHIVRAJ
        26 Jul 2025
        5.0
        This bike is beast with 650 cc of engine. It gives a soothing ride experience. You will not feel any jerks while riding the bike it feels premium while riding it.
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        Preet patel
        25 Jul 2025
        4.4
        The design of the vehicle and the performance it offers is really great and no other brand offers such product in these price range. I just love the way of riding and looks.
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