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Time of India
13 hours 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
14 hours 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
