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E20Compliant
Hero Xtreme 160R 4V E20 compliance status

Is Hero Xtreme 160R 4V E20 compliant?

✓E20 Compatible
petrol6 variants

Your bike can safely use E20 petrol. You may notice a minor 3-5% mileage difference, which is normal.

E20 compatible from: 2023 onwards

Expected mileage impact: 3-5% reduction(NITI Aayog two-wheeler data)

Hero MotoCorp confirms all vehicles produced from April 25, 2023 are fully E20 compliant. Hero modified all vehicle materials for ethanol resistance and also showcased flex-fuel prototypes (HF Deluxe, Splendor+, Glamour). Source: Hero MotoCorp Official Blog on Ethanol Blending

Variant-wise E20 compliance status

Connected

petrol

✓E20 Compatible

Double Disc

petrol

✓E20 Compatible

Double Disc Connected

petrol

✓E20 Compatible

Double Disc Premium

petrol

✓E20 Compatible

PRO

petrol

✓E20 Compatible

STD

petrol

✓E20 Compatible

Other Hero models

Achiever 150
✗Not E20 Compatible
CBZ Star 160
✗Not E20 Compatible
CBZ Xtreme 150
✗Not E20 Compatible
CD Dawn 100
✗Not E20 Compatible
CD Deluxe 100
✗Not E20 Compatible
Destini 125
✓E20 Compatible

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Hero Xtreme 160R 4V E20 FAQ

Will E20 work in my Hero Xtreme 160R 4V?

The Xtreme 160R 4V supports E20 fuel since April 2023. Hero engineered the fuel system with ethanol-resistant components.

What is the mileage impact of E20 on Xtreme 160R 4V?

Yes, mileage drops slightly. Expect about 3-5% less fuel efficiency on E20. This is consistent across most two-wheelers due to ethanol's lower energy density.

Is E20 bad for Xtreme 160R 4V engine components?

No damage risk on E20-compatible models. The Xtreme 160R 4V has ethanol-safe materials throughout its fuel system. Regular maintenance is all that is required.