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Birla XL vs Jawa 42

In 2025 Birla XL or Jawa 42 choose which bike is best for you - compare the two electric bikes & scooters on the basis of their price, mileage, features, colours and other specs. Birla XL Price starts at Rs. 1.52 Lakhs (ex-showroom price) whereas the Jawa 42 Price starts at Rs. 1.73 Lakhs (ex-showroom price). On the other hand, 42 engine makes power & torque 27.32 PS PS & 26.84 Nm respectively. XL has a range of up to 120 km/charge. The 42 mileage is around 35 kmpl.
XL vs 42 Comparison
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Xl 42
BrandBirlaJawa
Price₹ 1.52 Lakhs₹ 1.73 Lakhs
Range120 km/charge-
Mileage-35 kmpl
Battery Capacity1.56 kWh-
Engine Capacity-294.72 cc
TransmissionAutomatic Manual
Charging Time4-5 Hours-

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XL
Birla XL
Standard
₹1.52 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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42
Jawa 42
Vega White Single channel ABS Spoke wheels
₹1.73 Lakhs*
*Ex-showroom price
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Specification
Length
2100 mm-
Additional Storage
Yes-
Width
800 mm-
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mmFront :-457.2 mm,Rear :-431.8 mm
Tyre Size
Front :-120/70-12 Rear :-120/70-12Front :-90/90-18 Rear :-120/80-17
Front Brake
DiscDisc
Wheels Type
AlloySpoke
Tyre Type
TubelessTubeless
Rear Brake
DiscDisc
Range
120 km-
Max Speed
100 kmph-
Swappable Battery
Yes-
Transmission
AutomaticManual
Starting
Push Button StartSelf Start Only
Drive Type
Hub MotorChain Drive
Fuel Type
ElectricPetrol
Features
Tripmeter
Digital-
Seat Type
SplitSingle
Speedometer
DigitalDigital
Console
Digital-
Additional Features
ICAT Approval - Yes-
Anti Theft Alarm
Yes-
Instrument Console
DigitalDigital
Underseat storage
Yes-
Passenger Footrest
YesYes
USB Charging Port
Yes-
Charging Time(0-80%)
4-5 Hours-
Charging at Home
Yes-
Battery Capacity
1.56 kWh-
Tail Light
LED-
Turn Signal Lamp
LEDLED
Headlight
LEDLED
Battery Type
Li-ion-
Price (On-Road BreakUp)
On-Road Price
₹1,56,483₹2,04,766
Ex-Showroom Price
₹1,51,558₹1,72,942
RTO
₹0₹12,873
Insurance
₹4,925₹18,951
Accessories Charges
₹0₹0
FastTag Charges
₹0₹0
Other Charges
₹0₹0
EMI
₹3,363₹4,401
Expert Rating
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Pros and Cons
Pros
Extremely well styled and is an absolute head turnerBrings a brand of exclusivity to the garageEngine offers decent performance for the setup
Cons
Not the most practical motorcycle for daiy-to-day ridingStiff ride quality could be a deal breaker for someThe low ground clearance ends up scraping the belly too often

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