2025 Bajaj Chetak: Confused As To Which Variant To Buy? We Explain
With the introduction of the 3001 variant, the Chetak lineup has become even more accessible
Bajaj Auto recently launched a new variant of the Chetak electric scooter, called the Bajaj Chetak 3001. This variant is meant to be an upgrade to the Chetak 2903 (which will likely be discontinued soon). It is now also the most affordable variant of the Chetak, but with almost all the necessary features. With the addition of the Chetak 3001, the electric scooter now comes in 4 variants and here’s a detailed breakdown of what each variant has to offer.
Motor And Battery Capacity
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Specifications |
Chetak 3501 |
Chetak 3502 |
Chetak 3503 |
Chetak 3001 |
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Battery Capacity |
3.5kWh |
3.5kWh |
3.5kWh |
3kWh |
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Power |
4kW |
4kW |
4kW |
3.1kW |
|
Charging time 0 to 80% |
3hr |
3hr 25min |
3hr 25min |
3hr 50min |
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Range |
153km |
153km |
151km |
127km |
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Top Speed |
73kmph |
73kmph |
63kmph |
63kmph |
Though the Chetak 3503 and 3001 have lower top speeds than the other two variants, the difference isn’t all that much, especially when commutes are restricted within the city limits. That said, if you want a balance of reasonable performance and range, the Chetak 3503 makes sense.
Underpinnings
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Specifications |
Chetak 3501 |
Chetak 3502 |
Chetak 3503 |
Chetak 3001 |
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Frame Type |
Monocoque |
Monocoque |
Monocoque |
Monocoque |
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Front Suspension |
Single-sided |
Single-sided |
Single-sided |
Single-sided |
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Rear Suspension |
Monoshock |
Monoshock |
Monoshock |
Monoshock |
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Front Brake |
Disc |
Disc |
Disc |
Disc |
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Rear Brake |
Drum |
Drum |
Drum |
Drum |
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Front Tyre Size |
90/90- 12 |
90/90- 12 |
90/90- 12 |
90/90- 12 |
|
Rear Tyre Size |
90/90- 12 |
90/90- 12 |
90/90- 12 |
90/90- 12 |
As you can see from the table, the underpinnings are the same across all the variants, so this aspect will not matter much when you are looking to choose the right variant. It’s good that Bajaj offers a front disc as standard across all the variants as it ensures better safety than a front drum. Do note that the soon-to-be-discontinued Chetak 2903 has a front drum.
Features
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Specifications |
Chetak 3501 |
Chetak 3502 |
Chetak 3503 |
Chetak 3001 |
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Console |
TFT touchscreen |
TFT |
TFT |
Coloured LCD |
|
Indicators |
LED sequential |
LED |
LED |
LED |
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Ride Modes |
Eco, Sports |
Eco, Sports |
Eco, Sports |
Eco, Sports |
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Navigation |
Google Maps |
Turn-by-turn |
Turn-by-turn |
No |
|
Music Control |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Hill Hold |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
|
Reverse Mode |
Yes |
With Tecpac |
With Tecpac |
With Tecpac |
|
Underseat storage |
35 litres |
35 litres |
35 litres |
35 litres |
|
Additional storage |
5 litres glovebox |
Not available |
Not available |
Not available |
The touchscreen and the full-fledged Google Maps navigation makes life a lot easier on the top-end Chetak 3501. That said, the lack of these features in the lower variants are not necessarily deal-breakers as they still get turn-by-turn navigation. If you’re looking to save money, the base 3001 has all the necessary features, importantly, the same large 35-litre underseat storage as the rest. As for navigation, you may simply invest in a good phone holder. Bajaj should’ve given the 5-litre glovebox at least as an option in the lower variants as that would’ve made them a bit more practical for everyday use.
Price & Verdict On Which One For Whom:
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Price |
Chetak 3501 |
Chetak 3502 |
Chetak 3503 |
Chetak 3001 |
|
Ex-showroom Delhi |
Rs 1,22,500 |
Rs 1,22,499 |
Rs 1,02,500 |
Rs 99,900 |
If you’re looking for a feature-loaded scooter, the Chetak 3501 makes a lot of sense as it costs as much as the 3502 but gets better, a more feature loaded instrument console and a slightly faster charging time. For those with budget constraints, the Chetak 3503 should be ideal as it offers a good combination of range, features and practicality.
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