Bajaj Chetak C3501 vs Ola S1 Pro 4kWh: Detailed Comparison

The Bajaj Chetak and the Ola S1 Pro are two of the most famous nameplates in the electric scooter segment in India. If you are looking to buy a new electric scooter and the two scooters have made it to your shortlist, then comes the next question: how do they fare against each other? Let’s check it out:

Price & Variants

• The Bajaj Chetak C3501 is the more affordable option out of the two and is Rs 8,052 cheaper than the Ola S1 Pro 4kWh.

Dimensions & Design

• The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh has a 4mm longer wheelbase than the Bajaj Chetak C3501, which should give the scooter better straight-line stability.

• The Bajaj Chetak C3501 has a 16mm shorter seat height than the Ola S1 Pro 4kWh, which should make it easier to handle and control for shorter riders.

• The Bajaj Chetak has a more family-oriented round body with a distinctive front cowl that grabs attention on the road.

• The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh has a slimmer, sportier styling with sleeker design lines running around the scooter. 

Underpinnings

• A telescopic fork is the more regular setup in most of the scooters and bikes on sale, but the Bajaj Chetak C3501’s single-sided setup does a good job of absorbing the bumps on the road, as experienced during our real-world tests.

• The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh is equipped with a rear monoshock setup, which, on paper, should contribute to sharper handling characteristics.

• Both scooters are equipped with a disc brake at the front, which should give them more than adequate stopping power.

• The Bajaj Chetak C3501 has a wider rear tyre, which should make it more stable.

Features

• The Bajaj Chetak C3501 has a TFT instrument console and the display shows speedometer, odometer, trip meter, clock, range and battery status readings. It also gets Bluetooth connectivity for call and SMS alerts, music controls, document storage and full-fledged map navigation. The scooter gets a reverse mode and two riding modes: Eco and Sports.

• The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh also gets a TFT instrument console showing the usual readouts like speed, trip details, total distance travelled by the scooter, clock, range and battery status. Bluetooth connectivity is available for call and SMS alerts, music controls and map navigation. Reverse mode is also available in this scooter along with cruise control and four riding modes: Hyper, Sports, Normal and Eco.

• There’s not much difference between the two scooters in terms of features.   

Performance & Range

• The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh has a bigger 4kWh capacity battery pack and the claimed IDC (Indian Driving Conditions) range output is also 89km more than that of the Bajaj Chetak C3501. The extra range is really helpful on a daily basis as it allows you to cover longer commutes without stopping to recharge the battery.

• The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh is also the faster scooter as it has a higher claimed top speed.

• The bigger battery on the Ola leads to a longer charging time. The Bajaj Chetak C3501 takes 1 hour and 50 minutes less than the former to charge the battery from 0-80%, which makes it all that more convenient to own the scooter on a daily basis. 

Verdict

The Bajaj Chetak C3501 has all the bells and whistles you’d want from a premium family-oriented electric scooter and it is also more affordable than the Ola S1 Pro 4kWh. This scooter is perfect for someone who wants to own an electric scooter with decent range, quick charging, and good set of features, without spending as much as the Ola costs. 

The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh is more of a sporty electric scooter compared to the Bajaj Chetak C3501 – it’s faster as well. The Ola S1 Pro 4kWh is a good option to consider if you are willing to pay the premium for the bigger battery and higher range output.

Comparisons With Other Rivals:

TVS iQube S: The TVS iQube S offers everything the Bajaj Chetak C3501 does but at a more affordable price tag.

Rizta S 159km Variant: The Ather Rizta S’ 159km variant has more features and range compared to the Bajaj Chetak C3501 but it costs more. 

Vida V2 Pro: The Vida V2 Pro is faster, looks sharper and offers more range than the Chetak C3501 but the latter is more affordable and offers better convenience features.

Ampere Nexus ST: The Bajaj Chetak C3501 offers a better overall premium experience at a more affordable price tag.