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Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs rivals: Can it beat TVS iQube, Vida V2 Plus, Ather Rizta
The Bajaj Chetak 3001 has been recently introduced as a lower-cost version of the popular electric scooter. Starting at ₹99,990, ex-showroom, the model becomes the new starting point in the Chetak range and will find favor with budget-conscious urban buyers. With its launch, Bajaj is taking on better-established brands like TVS, Ather, Vida, Honda and soon-to-be-launched Japanese player the Suzuki e-Access in an extremely competitive segment. Here's a comparison of how the Chetak 3001 stacks up against competition in terms of battery capacity, range, charging time, features, and price. ₹ 1.1 - 1.49 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 94,434 - 1.59 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 74,000 - 1.2 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 99,990 - 1.46 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 1.49 - 1.79 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon ₹ 1.7 - 1.74 Lakhs Offers Expiring soon The Bajaj Chetak 3001 is equipped with a 3kWh battery pack, placing it between the base 2.2kWh model of the TVS iQube and the bigger 3.5kWh models. It has a claimed IDC range of 127 km, just behind the Ather Rizta S's 123km-claimed range for its 2.9 kWh battery pack and ahead of the Vida V2 Plus with 143km and TVS iQube 3.5 with 145 km claimed range. Against the next Suzuki e-Access, which boasts a 3kWh battery but provides just 95km of range using lower energy-density LFP cells, the Chetak comes out better. The Honda QC1, with its minuscule 1.5kWh battery and 80km claimed range, languishes far behind, although at a lower cost. The Chetak 3001 was equipped with a 750W charger, which allows it to charge from 0–80 per cent in 3 hours and 50 minutes. It may not be fast-charge capable, but its charge time is faster than most of the entry-level options. For example, the Ather Rizta S, which is positioned higher, takes 6 hours and 30 minutes to hit 80 per cent charge with its standard charger. However, both the Ather and Vida models use the Ather Grid to make fast-charge compatible, which is fantastic for quick top-ups when commuting is urgent. The TVS iQube 2.2kWh has the fastest standard charge time at 2 hours and 45 minutes. Its 3.5kWh sibling and the Suzuki e-Access need approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes, but Suzuki is claiming just 1 hour and 12 minutes charging on its fast charger, which could give it an advantage down the road. At ₹99,990, the Bajaj Chetak 3001 is fairly priced, undercutting some rivals and offering better value than others. Though the Vida V2 Plus leads with a highly discounted ₹85,300 price point, this is probably valid only for a short while. The Honda QC1, at ₹90,000, is reasonably priced but lacks in range and battery size. On the pricier side, the TVS iQube 3.5 is priced at ₹1.31 lakh, and the Ather Rizta S at ₹1.10 lakh—apart from another ₹14,000 for Ather's Pro Pack, which activates core features. The TVS iQube 2.2 is priced at ₹1 lakh, positioning it almost on the same price point as the Chetak.
Time of India
a day ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs TVS iQube vs Suzuki e-Access: Which scooter is worth your money in 2025?
Bajaj has launched a new electric scooter, the Chetak 3001, priced at Rs 99,990 (ex-showroom). With the electric scooter market heating up, the Chetak 3001 will compete with models like the TVS iQube , Ather Rizta S , and the upcoming Suzuki e-Access . Here's a simple comparison of their battery sizes, range, charging time, and prices. Battery and Range Bajaj Chetak 3001 Battery: 3kWh Claimed Range: 127 km Charging (0 to 80%): 3 hours 50 minutes (750W charger) Ather Rizta S Battery: 2.9kWh Claimed Range: 123 km Charging (0 to 80%): 6 hours 30 minutes (portable charger) Price: Rs 1.10 lakh (ex-showroom) TVS iQube (Base variant) Battery: 2.2kWh Claimed Range: 94 km Charging (0 to 80%): 2 hours 45 minutes (650W charger) Price: Rs 94,434 (ex-showroom) TVS iQube (Higher variant) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 23.7% Returns in last 5 years with Shriram Life's ULIP Shriram Life Insurance Undo Battery: 3.5kWh Claimed Range: 145 km Charging (0 to 80%): Around 4.5 hours Price: Rs 1.09 lakh (ex-showroom) Suzuki e-Access (Upcoming) Battery: 3.07kWh LFP Expected Range: 95 km Charging: Portable charger: 6 hours 42 minutes DC fast charger: 2 hours 12 minutes Price: Yet to be announced What Stands Out? Best range: TVS iQube (higher variant) with 145 km Fastest charger: Suzuki e-Access with DC fast charging Most affordable: TVS iQube base model Balanced option: Bajaj Chetak 3001 offers good range and fast charging for its price Inputs from TOI
Mint
a day ago
- Automotive
- Mint
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs Ather Rizta vs TVS iQube: Can the new electric scooter contend well?
The Bajaj Chetak 3001 has recently made its debut as a more affordable version of the successful electric scooter line. Priced at ₹ 99,990 ex-showroom, this model sets a new entry-level benchmark in the Chetak series, making it particularly appealing to urban riders who are cost-conscious. With this launch, Bajaj is setting its sights on competing with brands such as TVS, Ather, Vida, Honda, and the upcoming Japanese entrant from Suzuki in a fiercely competitive market segment. Read below as we delve into a comparison of how the Chetak 3001 performs in terms of battery capacity, range, charging time, features, and pricing against its rivals: The Bajaj Chetak 3001 is equipped with a 3 kWh battery pack, positioning it between the entry-level 2.2 kWh variant of the TVS iQube and the larger 3.5 kWh models. It boasts a claimed IDC range of 127 km, which places it slightly behind the Ather Rizta S, which has a claimed range of 123 km with its 2.9 kWh battery pack, but ahead of both the Vida V2 Plus, which has a range of 143 km, and the TVS iQube 3.5, which claims a range of 145 km. In comparison to the soon-to-be-released Suzuki e-Access, also equipped with a 3 kWh battery but only achieving a range of 95 km due to its less energy-dense LFP cells, the Chetak 3001 performs better. The Honda QC1, featuring a small 1.5 kWh battery and a claimed range of 80 km, significantly lags behind, albeit at a lower price point. The Chetak 3001 comes with a 750W charger that allows it to recharge from 0 to 80 per cent in a time frame of 3 hours and 50 minutes. While it does not come with fast-charging capabilities, this charging time is more efficient than many of its entry-level competitors. For instance, the Ather Rizta S, although classified in a higher segment, requires 6 hours and 30 minutes to reach the 80 per cent charged mark using its standard charger. However, the Ather and Vida models do benefit from compatibility with the Ather Grid fast-charging network, enabling quicker recharges during urgent commuting needs. The TVS iQube 2.2 kWh model stands out with the fastest standard charging time of just 2 hours and 45 minutes, while its 3.5 kWh variant and the Suzuki e-Access will both take approximately 4 hours and 30 minutes. Notably, Suzuki has promised a mere 1 hour and 12 minutes of charging time with their upcoming fast-charger setup, providing them with potential competitive advantages in the future. At a starting price of ₹ 99,990, the Bajaj Chetak 3001 is competitively priced, undercutting several rivals while delivering more value than others. The Vida V2 Plus heads the list with a heavily discounted price of ₹ 85,300, though this pricing strategy is likely temporary. The Honda QC1 is also priced affordably at ₹ 90,000 but compromises on range and battery size. On the higher end of the pricing spectrum, the TVS iQube 3.5 is listed at ₹ 1.31 lakh, with the Ather Rizta S available for ₹ 1.10 lakh, excluding an additional ₹ 14,000 for Ather's Pro Pack, which unlocks various essential features. Meanwhile, the TVS iQube 2.2 is priced at ₹ 1 lakh, placing it at a similar price point as the Chetak 3001.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Time of India
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs Suzuki e-Access vs TVS iQube: Battery, range comparison
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs competition. Bajaj has expanded its electric two-wheeler portfolio with the launch of the new entry-level Chetak 3001, priced at Rs 99,990, ex-showroom. With growing competition in the affordable EV scooter space, the new Chetak competes as a direct rival to models like the TVS iQube , Ather Rizta S , and the upcoming Suzuki e-Access . Here's a look at how these e-scooters stack up against each other in terms of battery, prices, range and charging times. Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs TVS iQube entry-level duo vs Ather Rizta S: Key details compared The Chetak 3001 is equipped with a 3kWh battery pack, delivering a claimed range of 127 km on a single charge. Charging the scooter from 0 to 80% takes 3 hours and 50 minutes using a 750W charger. In comparison, Ather's Rizta S comes with a slightly smaller 2.9kWh battery and claims a range of 123 km. However, it lags behind in charging speed: it takes 6 hours and 30 minutes to charge up to 80% with a portable charger. The Rizta S, though, demands a premium with a price tag of Rs 1.10 lakh, ex-showroom. Simple One review: Is this the EV to beat? | TOI Auto The TVS iQube offers two variants in this pricing segment. The base version gets a 2.2kWh battery, good for 94 km of range, and takes about 2 hours 45 minutes to charge to 80% using a 650W charger. It's priced more affordably at Rs 94,434, ex-showroom. The higher-spec variant with a 3.5kWh battery offers a range of 145 km and charges to 80% in around 4.5 hours, but it costs a bit more at Rs 1.09 lakh, ex-showroom. The upcoming Suzuki e-Access, meanwhile, features a 3.07kWh LFP battery and is expected to deliver a claimed range of 95 km. It offers flexibility in charging too: with a standard portable charger taking 6 hours 42 minutes, and DC fast charging reducing that to just 2 hours 12 minutes. Pricing for the Suzuki e-scooter is yet to be revealed. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
Hindustan Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs rivals: How does the new e-scooter stack up against iQube, Rizta
The Bajaj Chetak 3001 is about ₹2,500 cheaper than the Chetak 3503, and ₹22,500 more affordable than the 3501 Check Offers The Bajaj Chetak 3001 has been launched recently as a cheaper iteration of the successful electric scooter. Starting at ₹ 99,990, ex-showroom, the model becomes the new entry point in the Chetak series and will be appealing to cost-sensitive urban riders. With its launch, Bajaj is challenging better-known players such as TVS, Ather, Vida, Honda and soon-to-launch Japanese player from Suzuki in a highly competitive segment. Here is a dive into how the Chetak 3001 measures up in terms of battery capacity, range, charging time, features, and price compared to the competition. Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs rivals: Battery pack and range The Bajaj Chetak 3001 comes with a 3kWh battery pack, which puts it between the entry-level 2.2kWh variant of the TVS iQube and the larger 3.5kWh variants. It offers a claimed IDC range of 127 km, putting it just behind the Ather Rizta S with its claimed range of 123km for its 2.9 kWh battery pack and slightly ahead of the Vida V2 Plus with 143km and TVS iQube 3.5 with 145 km of claimed range. Also Read : Bajaj Chetak 3001 launched as the entry-level variant, priced at ₹ 1 lakh Compared to the upcoming Suzuki e-Access—which also features a 3kWh battery but offers only 95km of range due to less energy-dense LFP cells—the Chetak scores better. The Honda QC1, with its tiny 1.5kWh battery and 80km claimed range, trails significantly, though it does come at a lower price point. Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs rivals: Charging time The Chetak 3001 comes bundled with a 750W charger, enabling it to charge from 0–80 per cent in 3 hours and 50 minutes. While it doesn't offer fast-charging support, its charging time is quicker than many entry-level options. For instance, the Ather Rizta S, despite being positioned higher, takes 6 hours and 30 minutes to reach 80 per cent with its standard charger. However, Ather and Vida models benefit from compatibility with the Ather Grid fast-charging network—offering quicker top-ups during urgent commutes. Also watch: Honda QC1 electric scooter review: Honda's most practical EV? | Price, Range, Features, Ride quality The TVS iQube 2.2 kWh leads with the fastest standard charge time of 2 hours and 45 minutes, while its 3.5kWh sibling and the Suzuki e-Access both need around 4 hours and 30 minutes. Interestingly, Suzuki promises just 1 hour and 12 minutes charging on its upcoming fast-charger setup, giving it potential future leverage. Bajaj Chetak 3001 vs rivals: Price Priced at ₹ 99,990, the Bajaj Chetak 3001 is reasonably priced, undercutting a few competitors and providing more value than others. While the Vida V2 Plus takes the lead with a deeply discounted ₹ 85,300 price tag, this pricing is likely only for a limited time. The Honda QC1, at ₹ 90,000, is affordable but falls short on range and battery size. On the higher end, the TVS iQube 3.5 sits at ₹ 1.31 lakh, and the Ather Rizta S comes in at ₹ 1.10 lakh—excluding an additional ₹ 14,000 for Ather's Pro Pack, which unlocks key features. The TVS iQube 2.2 is pegged at ₹ 1 lakh, placing it right beside the Chetak in terms of price. Check out Upcoming EV Bikes in India. First Published Date: 18 Jun 2025, 15:26 PM IST
