The Chetak 3503 has a range of 155 km on a single charge and a top speed of 63 km/h.

Bajaj Auto has launched a new variant of the Chetak 35 series. The new Chetak 3503 is priced at Rs 1.10 lakh (ex-showroom), which makes it the most affordable model in the 35 series.

The Chetak 3503 comes with the same 3.5 kWh battery pack as the higher variants. It has a range of 155 km and can be charged from 0-80% SOC in 3 hours and 25 minutes. The top speed is also slightly lower at 63 km/h.

The Chetak 3503 also misses out on a few features. It has a colour LCD display with Bluetooth connectivity, standard turn indicators instead of the sequential variety, and a drum brake instead of a disc at the front. Other features include two riding modes: Eco and Sports, and hill-hold assist.

Bajaj sold over 2 lakh electric scooters in 2024.

The Bajaj Chetak was the highest-selling electric 2-wheeler in the fourth quarter of FY2024-25, securing a market share of 29%.

The latest milestone comes on the back of two new launches: the 29 Series and the 35 Series. The latter is based on a new platform with floorboard-integrated batteries. The e-scooter has a 3.5 kWh battery with a claimed range of up to 153 km.

Bajaj sold over 2 lakh electric scooters in 2024. With a 50% market share, the Chetak dominates Maharashtra, which is also India’s largest EV market.

Bajaj also holds a 28% market share in the CNG, electric 2-wheeler and 3-wheeler segments. EVs and CNG-powered models make up 40% of the company’s domestic sales.

The Chetak 35 Series comes in three variants: 3501, 3502 and 3503. It has a range of up to 153 km.

Bajaj Auto has launched the Chetak 35 Series in India. The new electric scooter comes in three variants: 3501, 3502 and 3503, with prices starting at Rs 1.20 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Bajaj Chetak 35 Series is based on a new platform. The frame has been redesigned such that the battery now sits under the floor. This has helped liberate more under-seat storage, which has gone up from 21 litres to 35 litres. The Chetak 35 also has a slightly longer wheelbase. The seat measures 725 mm in length, which is 80 mm longer than the old model.

The Chetak 35 comes with a larger battery pack and thus offers more range than before. The e-scooter has a 3.5 kWh battery with a claimed range of up to 153 km. Bajaj claims the powertrain efficiency has been improved thanks to a new-generation electric motor and motor controller. The e-scooter comes with a 950 W onboard charger that charges the battery from 0-80% in 3 hours.

The Chetak 35 features a new touchscreen instrument console with built-in navigation from Mappls. It has features like smartphone connectivity, remote immobilization, overspeed alert, accident detection and onboard storage for digital documents.

The Bajaj Chetak will compete with the Ather Rizta, Ola S1 and TVS iQube.

Bajaj Auto has announced the launch date for the next-gen Chetak. The new electric scooter will go on sale on December 20.

According to media reports, the next-gen Chetak will be based on a new chassis with a floorboard-mounted battery pack. The e-scooter is also said to have a larger underseat storage space compared to the current model.

Reports also suggest that the redesigned battery pack might have a larger capacity, thus increasing the overall range of the Chetak. The battery currently powering the Chetak gives it a range of 123-137 km depending on the variant.

It is said that the new Chetak could feature a similar neo-retro design to the outgoing version. It will compete with the Ather Rizta, Ola S1 and TVS iQube.

Bajaj also confirmed that another CNG-powered model would be launched soon.

Bajaj Auto is working on a new electric scooter platform for its next-generation Chetak e-scooter. The company also plans to expand its Chetak range in the future.

In a recent interview, Rajiv Bajaj, CEO and MD of Bajaj Auto, said, “There will be more Chetaks, and a new Chetak platform, early next financial year”. He also confirmed that the electric scooter will get new affordable and premium variants before the end of this fiscal.

When asked about electric motorcycles, Bajaj responded by saying that e-scooters have far more potential. "As a company, we strongly believe that while scooters and motorcycles will both be popular, scooters in the electric format hold far greater potential than motorcycles,” Bajaj said. “That's why there is nothing ultra about the sale of Ultraviolet, which is 5-10 motorcycles a month I believe, and there is no revolution that Revolt has caused. As for Ola, we will see what happens when they are in the market place. We are staying very focused on EV scooters now, that's the short answer," he added.

Bajaj recently launched the Freedom 125 CNG in the Indian market. The head honcho of the company confirmed that another CNG-powered model would be launched soon. It is expected to be a more affordable variant of the Freedom 125.

Source: Moneycontrol

These new battery cells are said to be more efficient and energy-dense.

According to a media report, the Bajaj Chetak is likely to get a new battery pack offering a higher range.

The report states that the new battery cells will be procured from a different supplier. These cells are said to be more efficient and energy-dense, thus delivering increased range from the same battery capacity.

Bajaj has already introduced the new battery pack on the Chetak 3201 Special Edition. This scooter has the same 3.2 kWh battery but offers a higher range of 136 km on a single charge.

With the rollout of the new battery cells, Bajaj will also adopt a new nomenclature with a 4-digit suffix denoting the size of the battery pack. Just as ‘3201’ is used for the 3.2 kWh version, ‘2901’ will denote 2.9 kWh.

Source: Autocar India

The Chetak 3201 e-scooter has an ARAI-certified range of 127 km.

Bajaj Auto has launched Chetak 3201 Special Edition in the Indian market. It is priced at Rs 1.30 lakh (ex-showroom) and will be available on Amazon from August 5, 2024.

The Chetak 3201 Special Edition is based on the top-spec 'Premium' variant of the electric scooter. It is finished in Brooklyn Black with ‘Chetak’ decals on the side panels and has a 2-tone quilted seat.

In terms of features, the special edition Chetak gets a colour TFT instrument console with turn-by-turn navigation, music controls and call alerts. The e-scooter has a ‘Sport’ riding mode and comes with Hill Hold Control.

Powering the Chetak 3201 special edition is the same 3.2 kWh battery pack as the standard model. It has an ARAI-certified range of 127 km on a single charge and can reach a top speed of 73 km/h.

Ola Electric remains the largest electric 2-wheeler brand in India. TVS is in second place, followed by Bajaj Auto.

The Bajaj Chetak electric scooter has achieved a new sales milestone of 2 lakh units.

The Chetak was launched two months before the Covid-19 pandemic swept across the world. Naturally, sales were off to a rocky start with just 1,587 units sold in the first 15 months. In FY2022, Bajaj sold 8,187 units, which increased to 31,485 units last fiscal.

According to the data shared by the Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM), Bajaj sold 1,15,627 units of the Chetak in FY2024. Ather Energy sold 1,07,894 units, while TVS clocked 1,89,896 units of sales during the same fiscal.

Bajaj Chetak sales rose by 96% YoY in the first quarter of FY2025. 40,854 units were sold compared to 20,834 units in Q1 FY2024. During the first half of the calendar, Bajaj Chetak sales stood at 66,512 units.

Ola Electric remains the largest electric 2-wheeler brand in India. TVS is in second place, followed by Bajaj Auto.

Source: Autocar India

The other three electric scooters in this comparison include the Hero Vida V1, River Indie and Ampere Nexus ST.

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Ather Rizta

What you'll like:

• Widest and longest seat of any contemporary scooter
• Neutral looks coupled with strong build quality
• 34-litre under-seat storage and an optional 22-litre frunk
• Features such as skid control, FallSafe, Google Maps, smartphone connectivity, ride modes, Twist regen, reverse gear, etc
• Two battery options with adequate range for most commuters. 2,500+ fast charging points available

What you won't:

• Performance is strictly commuter-oriented. Enthusiastic riders will be disappointed
• Quality of some of the plastics could be better
• Taller riders will find the handlebar fouling with their knees while turning
• Firm suspension may not be to everyone's liking

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OLA S1 Air

Ownership Review

Bajaj Chetak Urbane

Launch Discussion

TVS iQube

Ownership Review

Hero Vida V1

Ownership Review Link

River Indie

What you'll like:

• 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

What you won't:

• We expected more aggressive pricing, relative to the entrenched players
• 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
• 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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Ampere Nexus ST

Launch Discussion

Here's what BHPian CentreOfGravity had to say about the matter:

In the family scooter segment, nothing appeals to me. If I have to get a scooter, it would be the Ather 450X eyes closed. It's been over five years since the thing came out, yet it is the sexiest thing out there! Warp mode 'wraps' the package into a whole.

But if you put a gun to my head and tell me to choose from this list, I'd get the Rizta for its well-roundedness or the Chetak for its looks. No Olas for me (I'm not willing to be one of their beta testers) and the iQube looks way too conventional for an EV. The Vida V1 looks too small and the River Indie too big. And I've never heard of the Ampere Nexus.

Here's what BHPian Sensible_Speed had to say about the matter:

I voted for Ather Rizta. It does everything well but doesn't awe you tbh. But, neither of these scooters does. I'd be fine with anything except the Ola. I'm vehemently against that company till they properly validate their products instead of chasing investments. Their culture feels more like a private equity firm than an actual vehicle OEM.

The TVS iQube would have been a strong contender if the recent recalls didn't scare me a little. Their service leaves a lot to be desired too. Icing on the cake is, being in Bangalore, I have an Ather dealership closer to my house than any of the others.

Here's what BHPian SoumenD had to say about the matter:

Not a fan of scooters except Aerox & 450X but strictly among the options in this list, Ritza would be my pick mostly because of its practicality. Huge seat & storage space make it the most practical electric scooter for its intended purpose(carrying a family and shopping bags).

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The Chetak 2901 edition is the most affordable variant of the electric scooter yet.

Bajaj has launched a new variant of the Chetak electric scooter called the Chetak 2901 edition. It is the most affordable Chetak yet, priced at Rs 95,998 (ex-showroom, Bangalore).

The new Chetak 2901 edition features the same design but comes in bold colours, including Red, Lime Yellow, White, Black and Azure Blue. 

In terms of equipment, the scooter gets alloy wheels and a colour digital instrument cluster with Bluetooth connectivity. Additional features like Hill Hold, Sport, Economy and Reverse modes, call and music control, follow-me-home lights and Bluetooth App connectivity are available as part of the optional TecPac.

The Bajaj Chetak 2901 has an ARAI-certified range of 123 km. Other details, including the specifications of the battery and electric motor, have not been disclosed.

Bookings for the Chetak 2901 are now open across 500 dealerships across India.