Ather 450X EV v/s Bajaj Chetak EV :Design,features,specification and more
Ather Energy is an Indian electric two-wheeler manufacturer founded in 2013, headquartered in Bangalore.The company is a frontrunner in the Indian electric vehicle space. The Bajaj Chetak EV is the electric revival of the legendary Bajaj Chetak scooter.Bajaj Chetak EV combines the classic design with modern electric technology.If you are looking to buy electric two wheeler this review will help you to understand different aspects like design,features,specification and more.
Price and launch
The Price of Bajaj Chetak starts at Rs 1.15 Lakh and goes up to Rs 1.44 Lakh .Bajaj chetak was launched in october 2019. Latest updated version launched in January this year.It comes in 4 variants and 5 colours.
Ather 450X electric scooter available in 4 variants and 6 colours.Price starts at Rs. 1,57,547 and goes upto Rs. 1,85,320 (ex-showroom).Ather 450X (3rd Generation), was launched on July 2022.
Features
The features listed on the Ather 450X consist of LED illumination, 16GB storage, 2GB RAM, seven-inch TFT touchscreen, and CBS. The Pro Pack gives you access to five ride modes – Smart Eco, Eco, Ride, Sport, and Warp – along with Google Maps navigation, document storage, tow and theft notifications, find my scooter, ride stats, push navigation, inter-city trip planner, OTA updates, and more.
The Bajaj Chetak electric scooter offers a blend of modern features and classic design.This EV is equipped with some latest features like fancy looking instrument cluster, LED lights and even a reverse gear.A digital display provides information on speed, battery level, odometer, trip meter, and other essential ride data.The Chetak connects to a mobile app, allowing features like remote start, geo-fencing, navigation assist, and low battery alerts. It comes with a disc brake on the front wheel and a drum brake on the rear wheel.Alloy wheels enhance scooter aesthetics and durability.Underseat Storage offers a compartment to store your helmet and other essentials.
Key Specifications
Ather offers the 450X with two battery options – 2.9kWh and 3.7kWh. The smaller battery pack offers 90km of true range whereas the larger one does 110km.The motor output and top speed are the same – 6.4kW and 90kmph – respectively. The charging time for the 3.7kWh battery is five hours and 45 minutes, while the 2.9kWh unit takes eight hours and 36 minutes for a full charge.
The Bajaj Chetak uses a Lithium-ion battery pack. The Urbane variant gets a 2.9kWh battery pack, while the Premium variant uses a 3.2kWh battery pack.It is powered by a 4.2 kW BLDC motor that achieves a maximum claimed speed of 73 kmph in both the Standard and Tecpac sub-variants of the Premium variant. The Urbane variant has a claimed top speed of 63 kph.Chetak claims range of 126 km for premium variant and 113km for urban variant on single charge eco mode.It takes 4.5 Hrs to full charge using standard 5A charger.
Summing Up
Which EV is right depends on individual needs and priorities.If you prioritise classic design,comfortable ride,ease of use for city commute then Chetak is a good option.Ather 450X is a strong contender in Indian EV market,offering great performance,features and growing charging network.
