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Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium vs Ather 450X vs TVS iQube S vs others

6th March 2024, 11:36 by Utkarsh Chaudhary

Other electric scooters in this comparison include Hero Vida V1 Pro, OLA S1 Pro and River Indie.

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Solid build quality along with top-quality fit & finish. The electric Chetak is very well put together
Looks and feels like and is a proper scooter, unlike some peers that have a toyish feel
Well equipped. With the TecPac, it gets all the latest features and functions, including connectivity features
Bajaj's widespread sales and support network. Additionally, dedicated facilities are being set up for servicing electric scooters
Convenient and portable charging cable that can be plugged into a regular 15A plug

Top speed of 73 km/h and maximum range of 126 km is significantly lower than similarly priced rivals
No battery options. Only one capacity battery is available
Missing features such as ABS, fast charging, etc.
Suspension is on the firmer side. Lots of feedback through the handle can get annoying on bad roads
Under-seat storage space is limited. A full-face/full size helmet doesn't fit

India’s first mass-produced electric vehicle. A market disruptor with solid potential
Looks futuristic, sleek, yet classy enough to appeal to all and offend none. Build quality, colour options on offer and the feel of materials is good for the segment too
Well priced for the best-in-class specs on offer. Better performance than any mass-market scooter on sale in India
Worry-free range for daily runs - ARAI-certified range of 121 km for the S1 and 181 km for the S1 Pro as per IDC
Loaded with technology and features - large touchscreen and connected features, keyless access, reverse assist, onboard navigation, hill hold (Pro), cruise control (Pro) and more

Some major misses (ABS, flat floorboard, removable battery pack, pillion side footrest, etc) could be a deterrent in achieving the ambitious sales targets
Despite being priced well, the S1 Pro is still significantly more expensive than the ubiquitous volume-seller, the Honda Activa (without state subsidies, where applicable)
Concerns over the effectiveness of the new dealerless support model, especially in semi-urban and rural areas. The first point of contact for customers is the OLA Electric App / customer care call centre
Concerns over initial niggles and longevity of a brand new, mass-manufactured product from a startup company

Very distinct styling that makes the Indie immediately stand out in a vast sea of two-wheelers
Lots of customization possible through accessories, making the scooter very versatile in terms of applications and user profile
3 Riding Modes with varying power delivery and range allow for flexibility of use
Motor produces 9 BHP and 26 Nm of torque. Riding in Rush mode is tremendous fun!
4 kWh battery gives the e-scooter a realistic range of ~120 km in Eco mode which is generous for bumper-to-bumper traffic
Ample storage space and then some more! 43 litres of under-seat storage capacity, 12 litres of glovebox space, and more on the floorboard / storage hook
The bike feels sturdy and easy to maneuver. Wide seat, extended front footrests and ample leg / knee room make for comfortable ergonomics

We expected more aggressive pricing, relative to the entrenched players. Furthermore, the pre-launch price tag of 1.25 lakhs will be increased soon
Missing features like phone pairing (music, calls), turn-by-turn navigation, ABS. Also, a very basic MID display
Fit and finish could be better. A few plastic panels and body parts feel extremely flimsy
Several features such as fast charging, connectivity features, and Accessories are still under development
With a dealer and service centre network yet to be set up, buying and servicing experience are unknown
This being a new product from a new company, the long-term ownership experience is unknown

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