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In the Indian market, Bajaj Auto will soon release an updated version of the Chetak electric scooter. This Pune-based homegrown automaker entered the electric mobility segment with the Chetak e-scooter in early 2020 and hasn’t updated it since. Now, the Bajaj Chetak is expected to gain more range and new features in 2023.
2023 Bajaj Chetak: What to expect?
According to a homologation document, the new Bajaj Chetak will have a slightly higher range than its predecessor. While the current model is claimed to have a range of 90 kilometers per charge, the upcoming Chetak will have a range of 108 kilometers on a single charge in ideal conditions. It’s worth noting that, despite an increase in range, the Chetak will lag behind in terms of competition.
Bajaj Chetak vs rivals: Claimed range
| Make and model | Claimed range |
| Bajaj Chetak (new & old) | 108 km & 90 km |
| Ather 450X | 146 km |
| Ola S1 Pro | 181 km |
| TVS iQube ST (upcoming) | 145 km |
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter: Specs and price
The Bajaj Chetak electric scooter is equipped with a 3 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and a 3.8 kW electric motor. It has a peak torque of 16 Nm, two riding modes, Eco and Sport, and a top speed of 70 kmph. The Chetak is currently priced at Rs 1.52 lakh ex-showroom, and the upcoming MY2023 model may be priced slightly higher.
Source:FE
