Which gives better mileage, KLX230 or V-Strom 800 DE?

The Kawasaki KLX230 has the higher claimed mileage: KLX230 (36 kmpl) vs V-Strom 800 DE (22.7 kmpl).

Which is more powerful, KLX230 or V-Strom 800 DE?

The Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE makes more power: V-Strom 800 DE (83 bhp) vs KLX230 (18.37 bhp).

Which is lighter, KLX230 or V-Strom 800 DE?

The Kawasaki KLX230 is the lighter bike: KLX230 (139 kg) vs V-Strom 800 DE (232 kg) kerb weight.

Kawasaki KLX230 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE

Kawasaki KLX230 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE compared on price, mileage, power and specifications — base variant of each, with the on-road price in Prayagraj.

Kawasaki KLX230

Standard · Adventure

₹2.19 Lakh ex-showroom

₹2.50 Lakh on-road, Prayagraj

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Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE

V-Strom 800 DE Standard · Adventure

₹11.03 Lakh ex-showroom

₹12.36 Lakh on-road, Prayagraj

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Kawasaki KLX230 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE: at a glance

The Kawasaki KLX230 is ₹8.84 Lakh cheaper than the Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE (₹2.19 Lakh vs ₹11.03 Lakh ex-showroom). The KLX230 takes best mileage and lightest. The V-Strom 800 DE takes most powerful, bigger engine and lowest seat.

CheapestKLX230 — KLX230 (₹2.19 Lakh) vs V-Strom 800 DE (₹11.03 Lakh)

Best mileageKLX230 — KLX230 (36 kmpl) vs V-Strom 800 DE (22.7 kmpl)

Most powerfulV-Strom 800 DE — V-Strom 800 DE (83 bhp) vs KLX230 (18.37 bhp)

Bigger engineV-Strom 800 DE — V-Strom 800 DE (776 cc) vs KLX230 (233 cc)

LightestKLX230 — KLX230 (139 kg) vs V-Strom 800 DE (232 kg)

Lowest seatV-Strom 800 DE — V-Strom 800 DE (855 mm) vs KLX230 (880 mm)

Kawasaki KLX230 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE specifications

	Kawasaki KLX230	Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE
Price & Overview
Ex-Showroom Price	₹2.19 Lakh	₹11.03 Lakh
Body Type	Adventure	Adventure
Category	bike	bike
Engine & Performance
Engine	233 cc	776 cc
Power	18.37 bhp	83 bhp
Torque	19 Nm	78 Nm
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Top Speed	-	205 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage	36 kmpl	22.7 kmpl
Fuel Tank	7.5 litres	20 litres
Dimensions
Kerb Weight	139 kg	232 kg
Seat Height	880 mm	855 mm
Ground Clearance	-	-

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Kawasaki KLX230 vs Suzuki V-Strom 800 DE — Frequently Asked Questions

The Kawasaki KLX230 is cheaper: KLX230 (₹2.19 Lakh) vs V-Strom 800 DE (₹11.03 Lakh) (ex-showroom, base variant). The on-road price adds RTO and insurance and varies by city.

Disclaimer: Prices shown are indicative and may vary. Ex-showroom, road tax, registration, insurance and other charges are subject to change without notice. Please confirm the final on-road price with your nearest authorised dealer before purchase.