Which gives better mileage, KLX230 or MT 15?

The Yamaha MT 15 has the higher claimed mileage: MT 15 (47 kmpl) vs KLX230 (36 kmpl).

Which is more powerful, KLX230 or MT 15?

The Kawasaki KLX230 makes more power: KLX230 (18.37 bhp) vs MT 15 (18.1 bhp).

Which is lighter, KLX230 or MT 15?

The Kawasaki KLX230 is the lighter bike: KLX230 (139 kg) vs MT 15 (141 kg) kerb weight.

Kawasaki KLX230 vs Yamaha MT 15

Kawasaki KLX230 vs Yamaha MT 15 compared on price, mileage, power and specifications — base variant of each, with the on-road price in Panaji.

Kawasaki KLX230

Standard · Adventure

₹2.19 Lakh ex-showroom

₹2.58 Lakh on-road, Panaji

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Yamaha MT 15

V2 Standard [2024] · Naked

₹1.67 Lakh ex-showroom

₹1.99 Lakh on-road, Panaji

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Kawasaki KLX230 vs Yamaha MT 15: at a glance

The Yamaha MT 15 is ₹52,414 cheaper than the Kawasaki KLX230 (₹1.67 Lakh vs ₹2.19 Lakh ex-showroom). The KLX230 takes most powerful, bigger engine and lightest. The MT 15 takes best mileage and lowest seat.

CheapestMT 15 — MT 15 (₹1.67 Lakh) vs KLX230 (₹2.19 Lakh)

Best mileageMT 15 — MT 15 (47 kmpl) vs KLX230 (36 kmpl)

Most powerfulKLX230 — KLX230 (18.37 bhp) vs MT 15 (18.1 bhp)

Bigger engineKLX230 — KLX230 (233 cc) vs MT 15 (155 cc)

LightestKLX230 — KLX230 (139 kg) vs MT 15 (141 kg)

Lowest seatMT 15 — MT 15 (810 mm) vs KLX230 (880 mm)

Kawasaki KLX230 vs Yamaha MT 15 specifications

	Kawasaki KLX230	Yamaha MT 15
Price & Overview
Ex-Showroom Price	₹2.19 Lakh	₹1.67 Lakh
Body Type	Adventure	Naked
Category	bike	bike
Engine & Performance
Engine	233 cc	155 cc
Power	18.37 bhp	18.1 bhp
Torque	19 Nm	14.1 – 14.2 Nm
Transmission	Manual	Manual
Top Speed	-	130 – 140 kmph
Fuel & Efficiency
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Mileage	36 kmpl	47 kmpl
Fuel Tank	7.5 litres	10 litres
Dimensions
Kerb Weight	139 kg	141 kg
Seat Height	880 mm	810 – 815 mm
Ground Clearance	-	-

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Kawasaki KLX230 vs Yamaha MT 15 — Frequently Asked Questions

The Yamaha MT 15 is cheaper: MT 15 (₹1.67 Lakh) vs KLX230 (₹2.19 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.