Bajaj's 2026 lineup spans commuter-friendly streetfighters to a proper touring machine with prices now ranging from Rs 68,685 lakh to over Rs 2.04 lakh (ex-showroom). If you're comparing options across this range, mileage and engine output matter just as much as the badge since the gap between the cheapest and priciest bike here is wider than most buyers expect. Here's a look at five models worth shortlisting along with what each actually delivers on paper.
Bajaj Pulsar N160 - Rs 1.16 Lakh, ex-showroom
The Bajaj Pulsar N160 runs a 164.82cc engine producing 15.78 hp and 14.65 Nm, paired with a claimed ARAI mileage of around 51.6 kmpl, among the best in Bajaj's current lineup. It shares its chassis with the bigger N250, which is part of why it feels more stable than its displacement suggests.
Bajaj Avenger Cruise 220 - Rs 1.30 Lakh, ex-showroom
The Avenger Cruise 220 runs a 220cc engine making about 18.74 hp and 17.55 Nm, with ARAI mileage rated at 40 kmpl. It's built around a low seat height and relaxed riding posture rather than outright speed which is the main thing separating it from the rest of this list.
Bajaj Pulsar N250 - Rs 1.38 Lakh, ex-showroom
Step up to the Pulsar N250 and you get a 249.07cc engine putting out 24.16 hp and 21.5 Nm, with ARAI mileage rated at roughly 44 kmpl. It's aimed at buyers who want more highway pace without jumping to a 350cc-plus motorcycle.
Bajaj Pulsar RS200 - Rs 1.75 Lakh, ex-showroom
The Bajaj Pulsar RS200 keeps its fully-faired, track-leaning design, with a 199.5cc engine delivering 24.16 hp and 18.7 Nm. ARAI mileage sits at around 35 kmpl, lower than the N250 since this engine is tuned more for outright performance than fuel economy.
Bajaj Dominar 400 - Rs 2.04 Lakh, ex-showroom
At the top of this list, the Bajaj Dominar 400 uses a 349.13cc engine producing roughly 40.04 hp and 33.2 Nm, built more for sustained highway riding than short hops. ARAI mileage comes in around 30 kmpl, the lowest here, which tracks with its larger engine and touring-focused weight.
Across these five, the pattern is fairly simple: smaller-engine commuters lead on mileage while the Dominar 400 trades fuel efficiency for highway-friendly power. Where your money goes should depend on whether daily running costs or long-distance comfort matters more to you.
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