Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs TVS iQube 2.2kWh: Detailed Comparison

If you are looking for a family-oriented electric scooter at about Rs 1 lakh, the Bajaj Chetak 3001 and the TVS iQube 2.2kWh are the ones to check out. We compare them to help you pick the right one: 

Price & Variants

• Both the scooters are priced quite close to each other, but it's the Chetak that's more affordable. 

Dimensions & Design 

• The Bajaj Chetak 3001 looks much bigger than the iQube. On the whole, the iQube 2.2kWh does come across like it was made to be the more accessible of the two, something everyone in the family can ride. 

• The Chetak's all-metal body makes it feel like the better-built scooter but also the heavier of the two. 

• The Chetak has a quite neo-retro styling. On the other hand, the iQube looks a bit subtle. 

Features & Safety

• The iQube'sTFT console looks a lot more premium than the Chetak’s basic-looking LCD console. 

• However, the Chetak has slightly more practical features like hill-hold, annd riding modes that add to everyday convenience. 

Battery, Motor & Performance 

• The Bajaj Chetak compromises on its top speed but gives substantially more range than the iQube

• The Chetak also has a more easy-going motor, and while it’s not particularly slow, it’s definitely on the gentle side of things. 

• Now, the iQube is definitely not sporty, but when compared to the Chetak, it sure is a bit more powerful. It has a higher top speed, and the motor feels a bit more responsive. So along with all the practicality, if you want a bit of fun on the side, the iQube is up for it. 

Verdict 

Both the Bajaj Chetak 3001 and the TVS iQube 2.2kWh are very good scooters, and honestly, you won’t go wrong if you choose either of them. They’re accessible and reliable electric scooters which will prove to be easy on the pocket thanks to the sheer savings in fuel money. The iQube is the more fun scooter of the two, while still being quite practical. Infact, it has the largest underseat storage in its segment. That said it looks a bit simpler as compared to the Chetak. 

While the Chetak has a sedate performance, it looks quite stylish, and quite similar to the petrol-powered Chetak. It definitely evokes some nostalgia, and might be appealing to those who want to live with it. Even without the nostalgia factor, the Chetak looks good objectively. It's highlight is the metal body - something that's uncommon in the segment. 

Comparisons With Other Rivals:

 Bajaj Chetak is more stylish electric scooter than iQube S, which now also has a lot of features.

Get the Ather Rizta S if you want a larger, more premium-feeling electric scooter

 While the Rizta Z has more features and range, the Chetak is a bit more comfortable than the Rizta

The Chetak is the more reliable scooter than Ola S1X 3kWh.

The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh might have a lot more range but the reliability issue which have plagued it aren’t encouraging 

 The Vida VX2 Plus has a higher range figure and removable batteries, both of which add to the convenience 

 The Vida V2 Pro has a higher range figure so that should be the scooter for you if range is your number one priority 

The River Indie is the more bare- bones scooter, but which is also more functional given the sheer amount of storage space on offer

While the Ampere Nexus ST turned out to be a nice scooter, the Chetak’s more reliable brand name isn’t something it can beat.