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In India, the 200cc motorcycle segment attracts buyers who want a more performance-focused machine than a typical everyday commuter. The bikes in this category offer decent levels of performance, and the riding experience starts getting more nuanced. So, if you are wondering which 200cc bikes command the highest prices in India, here are the five most expensive ones currently on sale. All prices mentioned are ex-showroom, Delhi, and the bikes are listed in ascending order of price. Hero Xpulse 200 4V   Rs 1.43-1.56 lakh The Xpulse 200 4V is a dual-purpose motorcycle that is powered by a 199.6cc oil-cooled engine that produces 19.1hp and 17.35Nm. It is one of the few bikes in this segment that works both as an everyday commuter and a capable off-road bike. Its tall stance, long-travel suspension, 21-inch front spoke wheel, and 220mm of ground clearance make it well-suited for broken roads and trails that other bikes would struggle with. This  Hero bike comes equipped with thr...

May 2026 saw a lot of interesting car launches, including the 2026 Tata Tiago ICE and Tiago EV , Honda City facelift , MG Majestor , and BMW M440i Convertible , along with the launch of special edition versions of the Mercedes GLE and GLS and Mini Cooper S . This string of launches is expected to continue in June 2026, with Mercedes-Benz launching their updated flagship sedan, BMW launching a coupe-SUV and possible launches of a Tata EV and BYD PHEV. Mercedes-Benz S-Class facelift Launch date: June 15, 2026 Mercedes-Benz has confirmed that the S-Class facelift will be launched in India on June 15, 2026. The plug-in hybrid S 450e variant will be offered here in India, which comes with a 3.0-litre turbo-petrol inline-six engine mated to an electric motor powered by a 22kWh battery. It is the first PHEV S-Class in India, with an output of 435hp and 680Nm and a claimed 0-100kph time of 5.7 seconds. The S-Class is expected to get a petrol powertrain at a later date, but it is unc...

GTI and RS are two of the most well-known and sought-after badges in the "budget" performance space. Budget in quotes because, well, at Rs 50 lakh, it’s relative to other performance machines that, like these two - Skoda Octavia RS and Volkswagen Golf GTI - are also burdened by the heavy taxes levied on CBUs. Mechanically, both are identical and are built on the VW Group's MQB Evo platform. Both are powered by VW Group's famed EA888 2.0-litre, four-cylinder turbo-petrol engine that sends 265hp and 370Nm to the front wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. But crucially, both feature an electronically limited-slip differential that helps manage the power so that the front wheels don’t get overwhelmed. So, the difference in performance comes down to smaller things like the tyres, kerb weight and, of course, the driver. We brought the two together to compare them purely in terms of performance, around the race track and on a drag strip. Here’s how it unrav...

Indian Motorcycle has announced the launch of American Racing Operations (ARO), a new performance-focused division that will develop factory-backed upgrades, accessories and technology solutions for the brand's motorcycles. Pronounced "Arrow", the new division is intended to serve as Indian Motorcycle's in-house performance arm, drawing on technology and expertise from the company's racing programmes, including its MotoAmerica King of the Baggers effort. ARO will develop performance parts and accessories for Indian motorcycles First product is a GP Slip-On Exhaust for select PowerPlus-powered models Future range to include intake systems and other performance upgrades First ARO product revealed The first product to emerge from the new division is the ARO-GP Slip-On Exhaust, developed for select Indian bagger and touring motorcycles powered by the PowerPlus engine. Designed by Terry Vance, founder of Vance & Hines and principal of Indian Motorcycle's fact...