The Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter was launched in India in January 2020 and has tried hard to make its mark in the market by expanding its production and availability. Chetak electric is an excellent package and offers a good range along with a lot of features. In this article, we will compare it to Ather Energy 450x, another local electric bike company, which has been around for longer than Bajaj Chetak. We'll take a look at the price, features, design, range, and ordering process of an electric scooter to see which one is better.
Bajaj shitak price in ether 450x in india
Starting at the price, the Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter in India starts at Rs 1,19,684 (former showroom) in Maharashtra, but could be higher, depending on the state. Its price goes up to Rs 1,63,943 (former showroom) in Gujarat, where it is the most expensive. As of now, Chetak Electric Scooter is available for purchase in around 20 cities in India.
Coming to the Ather 450x, this electric scooter is also the cheapest in Maharashtra, priced at Rs 1,28,321 (ex showroom). Again, prices will vary based on the condition you're buying from. The scooter is the most expensive, priced at Rs 1,50,000 (ex-showroom), in Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Telangana, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
Bajaj Chetak vs Ather 450x: Design and Specifications
Design
In terms of design, the Bajaj Chetak and Ather 450x are miles apart. Chetak takes cues from the original gas scooters and features a modern retro design with a steel chassis. It features a lamp design reminiscent of the original chetak, but now features LEDs and a dynamic daytime running lamp. The scooter also gets scrollable LED flashes, flush-mounted body panels, and 12-inch alloy wheels. You also get plenty of storage space in the front as well as under the seat.
Meanwhile, the Ather 450x looks like it's from the future with its sharp edges and modern design. The Ather is slimmer and more compact compared to the Chetak. It also has LED headlights, taillights, and indicators with an automatic shut-off feature. The scooter features 12-inch aluminum wheels and offers up to 22 liters of storage space.
Specifications and Features
In the hardware department, the Bajaj Chetak Electric Scooter comes with a 4.08 kW motor that delivers 16 Nm of torque to propel the scooter to a top speed of 70 kilometers per hour. The battery supports fast charging and can reach from 0 to 100 percent in about 5 hours. With 60 minutes of charging, the battery can be charged to 25 percent. Bajaj claims that the battery can last up to 70,000 km or 7 years of use.
Chetak has 3 driving modes, including Eco, Sports and Reverse. The battery and all electrical components are IP67 water and dust resistant. It features a digital controller that displays speed, range, and battery life, and supports Bluetooth connectivity with your smartphone. It comes with a remote key that can help you easily locate the scooter when it is 30 meters away.
On the other hand, the Ather 450x is a much more powerful scooter with a 6 kW motor that produces 26 Nm of torque. The claimed top speed of 450x80 kilometers per hour, but it can do even higher speeds in real life. The scooter can go from 0 to 40 km/h in just 3.3 seconds. You get four riding modes which are Warp, Sport, Ride and Eco. The battery can be charged from 0 to 100 percent in 5 hours and 45 minutes.
The digital instrument panel uses a 7-inch TFT screen that provides all kinds of information including music and call control when connected to your smartphone. It also has a tire pressure monitoring system and welcome lights. The battery is also IP67 rated for dust and water resistance, which means the scooter is ready for use in all weather.
Bajaj Cheetak vs Atheer 450x: Range
The Bajaj Chetak features a 60.3 mAh battery, which is claimed to provide a range of up to 90 kilometers from a single charge. Of course, this happens when the scooter is used in eco mode, and the range will decrease with a more enthusiastic ride.
With the Ather 450x, you can get a range of up to 85 km from a single charge. Again, this range is when the scooter is running in eco mode. The scooter features a 2.9 kWh battery.
Bajaj Chetak vs Ather 450x: How to order?
It is very simple process to order and buy Bajaj Chetak or Ather 450x. Both scooters can be purchased online, or you can head over to a dealer near you. Bajaj has recently expanded the availability of the Chetak Electric Scooter - available on the official website - in its offline stores, so it can now be purchased directly from Bajaj showroom in 20 cities. Meanwhile, Ather does not have as extensive a network of offline showrooms as Bajaj, but it is still found in most major cities in the country. You can also head over to the Ather website and book the scooter online, just like Bajaj.