From ₹99,900 to ₹1.35 Lakh: Bajaj Chetak EV Variants Compared for Range, Battery & Features

Bajaj has revived the iconic Chetak brand in the electric scooter market, and it’s quickly become one of the most recognized names in the EV segment. With growing popularity, the company has introduced several Bajaj Chetak EV lineup variants, each designed with unique battery configurations, performance benchmarks, and price points.

Here’s a complete breakdown to help you understand the key differences between each variant.

Battery Packs and Range: 3001 vs 35-Series

The Bajaj Chetak EV lineup is split into two primary battery configurations: the 3kWh 3001 variant and the 3.5kWh 35-series, which includes the 3501, 3502, and 3503.

• 3001 Variant:

  • Battery: 3kWh

  • Claimed Range: 127 km

  • Charging: 0–80% in 3h 50m using a 750W charger

  • Replaces the older 2903 model

• 35-Series (3501, 3502, 3503):

  • Battery: 3.5kWh

  • Claimed Range:

    • 3501 & 3502: 153 km

    • 3503: 151 km

  • Charging:

    • 3501: 3 hours with 950W charger

    • 3502 & 3503: 3h 25m with 900W charger

  • Top Speed:

    • 3503: 63 km/h

    • 3501 & 3502: 73 km/h

Interestingly, the larger 3.5kWh battery charges faster than the 3kWh version due to higher-capacity onboard chargers.

Feature Comparison Across Variants

• 3001 & 3503 (Entry-level & Mid-tier):

  • Negative LCD dash with mobile connectivity

  • Basic features like reverse mode, hill-hold assist, guide-me-home lights

  • Optional TecPac adds music controls and alerts

  • Drum brakes front and rear

• 3501 & 3502 (Premium Tier):

  • TFT digital display (touchscreen on 3501)

  • Enhanced TecPac with overspeed alerts, vehicle immobiliser

  • Front disc brakes standard

  • 3501 exclusive: keyless ignition and sequential turn indicators

All variants retain Bajaj’s signature all-metal body, giving them a premium and durable feel uncommon in most EV scooters today.

Bajaj Chetak EV Lineup: Price Breakdown

• 3001 – ₹99,900: Most affordable in the range

• 3503 – ₹1.02 lakh: Recently dropped from ₹1.10 lakh

• 3502 – ₹1.22 lakh: Competes with Ather 450S and iQube S

• 3501 – ₹1.35 lakh: High-end variant rivaling iQube ST

Each variant targets different segments, from budget buyers to tech-focused premium users. Bajaj’s strategy makes the Chetak EV lineup versatile enough to compete with key players like Ather, TVS iQube, and Ola S1.