KTM XC 250 vs Husqvarna TC 250 (2026)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the KTM XC 250stacks up against the Husqvarna TC 250. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKTM XC 250Husqvarna TC 250
Model year20262026
Price$11,549$9,749
Engine249 cc249 cc
Weight101 kg99 kg
Seat height954 mm946 mm
Fuel capacity9.0 L7.0 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionManual, 6 speed, ChainManual, 5 speed, Chain
Front brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
Rear brakesHydraulic DiscHydraulic Disc
TiresDunlop® GEOMAX MX-33F 80/100 R21 51M / Dunlop® GEOMAX AT81 110/90 R18Dunlop® Geomax MX34: 80/100 R21 / Dunlop® Geomax MX34: 110/90 R19

KTM XC 250 vs Husqvarna TC 250 — which should you buy?

Picking between the KTM XC 250 and the Husqvarna TC 250 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the KTM XC 250 brings its published horsepower in a 101 kg package, while the Husqvarna TC 250 counters with its own power figure at 99 kg. On price, the Husqvarna TC 250 has the lower MSRP.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: