Bajaj Chetak EV zips into the scene, fusing old-school feels with neat tech advances. Launched in 2019, it’s become a sign of Bajaj Auto’s daring spirit while tipping its hat to the good ol’ days. The Chetak name, a nod to the classic scooter days now rocks an electric getup that’s all about that slick look and zoom-zoom power.
Bajaj Chetak EV: Launch Skinnies and Flavors
India welcomed the Bajaj Chetak with open arms in January 2020 reviving the brand that once ruled the scooter roost. This e-version keeps the old-school swag but packs in some serious tech. Right now, you’ve got choices from the Premium to Urbane rides, with price tags swinging from ₹99,998 to ₹1.39 lakh before showroom costs, depending on what bells and whistles you pick. Tossing in the 2903 and 3201 makes the selection even spicier for all kinds of wallets and tastes.
Looks and Feels
The Bajaj Chetak’s look is all about that sweet mix of vintage vibes and today’s cool. Think smooth aprons up front tough metal on the sides, and shiny alloy wheels that scream retro but still roll with the times. A solid sheet metal bod gives it that top-tier touch while making sure it lasts. Plus, every model’s got LED lights for keeping things bright and safe.
Talking size, this scooter’s got the right numbers: 1894 mm long wheelbase of 1330 mm, and high enough at 160 mm to dodge those bumps. A seat at 760 mm means lots of folks can ride easy, and the under-seat can stash a handy 21 liters for your daily stuff.
The Specs Scoop
Under the hood, the Chetak’s beating heart is a beefy BLDC motor. It pumps out 4.2 kW at full tilt and twists up 16 Nm of torque. That means it can hit speeds of 73 km/h—snappy enough for city zipping. Depending on the model, batteries come in different sizes: Premium’s rocking a 3.2 kWh battery and Urbane’s less at 2.88 kWh.
Range talk, the Premium’s proud of up to 126 km on one charge, while Urbane’s not far behind at around 113 km. Pretty sweet for the city crowd who’d rather not be glued to the charger all the time.
Juice Up and Go
When it’s time to power up, the Chetak’s on point. Fill-up time can be 3 hours and 35 minutes at home depending on your model and charger. And if you’re chasing a fast boost, some versions can gulp 80% in around four hours at the right spots.
The battery’s also got IP67 bragging rights for keeping its cool against the weather. Bajaj even throws in a three-year warranty, or up to 50,000 km, to ease your mind about sticking around a while.
Cost to Cruise
Talking about being budget-smart, Chetak’s run cost is a mere ₹0.15 for every kilometer, based on what you pay for electricity. That means you’re saving stacks over time compared to petrol devouring scooters.