Benelli 302S vs Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX
Price, estimated monthly instalment and specifications of the Benelli 302S and the Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX as sold in the Philippines, using each model's lowest-priced variant.
Source: Mitsukoshi Motors Philippines, Inc. and Suzuki Philippines, Inc. Last verified .
Photo: Benelli Philippines (Mitsukoshi Motors Philippines, Inc.), via benelli.com.
Benelli 302S
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱222,800
- Est. monthly
- ₱6,330
Photo: Suzuki Philippines, via mc.suzuki.com.ph.
Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX
Standard variant
- SRP
- ₱229,900
- Est. monthly
- ₱9,579
How they differ
- The Benelli 302S is the less expensive of the two: it starts at ₱222,800, which is ₱7,100 (3%) below the Suzuki V-Strom 250 SX at ₱229,900.
- On installment at our default terms, the 302S is estimated at ₱6,330 a month against ₱9,579 for the V-Strom 250 SX, a difference of ₱3,249 a month.
- The 302S makes more power (38.1 PS against 26.5 PS for the V-Strom 250 SX).
- The 302S has more torque (25.6 Nm against 22.2 Nm for the V-Strom 250 SX).
- The 302S has the larger engine (300 cc against 249 cc for the V-Strom 250 SX).
- The 302S has the lower seat at 795 mm, 40 mm below the V-Strom 250 SX, which matters for shorter riders.
- The 302S is the heavier bike (204 kg against 167 kg for the V-Strom 250 SX).
- The 302S carries more fuel (16 L against 12 L for the V-Strom 250 SX).
Specifications side by side
| Specification | Benelli 302SStandard, ₱222,800 | Suzuki V-Strom 250 SXStandard, ₱229,900 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and performance | ||
| Engine (differs) | 2-cylinder, 4-stroke, 8-valve, DOHC | 4-stroke, 1-cylinder, SOHC, 4-valve |
| Displacement (differs) | 300 cc | 249 cc |
| Max power (differs) | 38.1 PS | 26.5 PS |
| Power peak (differs) | 11,000 rpm | 9300 rpm |
| Max torque (differs) | 25.6 Nm | 22.2 Nm |
| Torque peak (differs) | 9750 | 7300 |
| Fuel system (differs) | Electronic fuel injection | Fuel injection |
| Cooling (differs) | Liquid-cooled | Oil-cooled |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Fuel economy (differs) | n/a | 34.9 km/L |
| Transmission | ||
| Transmission (differs) | 6-speed manual, wet multi-plate clutch | 6-speed constant mesh |
| Final drive (differs) | Chain | n/a |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length (differs) | 2130 mm | 2180 mm |
| Width (differs) | 800 mm | 880 mm |
| Height (differs) | 1120 mm | 1355 mm |
| Wheelbase (differs) | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Seat height (differs) | 795 mm | 835 mm |
| Ground clearance (differs) | 140 mm | 205 mm |
| Curb weight (differs) | 204 kg | 167 kg |
| Capacity | ||
| Fuel tank (differs) | 16 L | 12 L |
| Chassis and brakes | ||
| Front suspension (differs) | 135 mm travel | Telescopic, coil spring, oil damped |
| Rear suspension (differs) | Mono-shock-absorber, preload adjustable, 45 mm travel | Swing arm, coil spring, oil damped |
| Front brake (differs) | Dual discs, 260 mm | Disc |
| Rear brake (differs) | Disc, 240 mm | Disc |
| Front tyre (differs) | Pirelli 120/70 ZR17 | 100/90-19 M/C 57S, tubeless |
| Rear tyre (differs) | Pirelli 160/60 ZR17 | 140/70-17 M/C 66S, tubeless |
| Wheels (differs) | Aluminium alloy | n/a |
| Frame (differs) | Steel trellis frame | n/a |
| Safety | ||
| ABS (differs) | n/a | Dual-channel ABS |
| Features | ||
| Headlight (differs) | n/a | LED |
| Ownership | ||
| Warranty (differs) | n/a | 3 years from purchase by the first owner or 30,000 km, whichever comes first |
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Prices are the distributor's suggested retail prices as of the verified date and may differ at dealers. Registration, insurance and other fees are not included unless stated.