Bajaj Chetak EV vs Hero Electric Optima CX EV: Scooters are one of the most popular vehicle types in India. Most of you who are reading this already have one. People are moving to electric scooters as petrol and diesel prices climb. If you want to buy an electric scooter but have a limited budget, this is the place to go. The Hero Electric Optima CX EV and the Bajaj Chetak EV are two of the most affordable EV scooters from reputed EV manufacturers.
Bajaj Chetak EV vs Hero Electric Optima CX EV: Specifications
| Specs | Bajaj Chetak EV | Hero Electric Optima CX EV |
| Fuel type | Electric | Electric |
| Range | 113 km | 135 km |
| Top speed | 73 kmph | 55 kmph |
| Battery capacity | 2.9 kWh | 3 kWh |
| Battery charging time | 4 hr 50 mins | 6.5hrs |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Battery type | Lithium ion | Lithium ion |
| Portable chargers | Yes | Yes |
| Portable battery | No | No |
| Price | Variant – Urbane [2024] TecPac Rs. 1,44,160 Avg. Ex-Showroom price | Variant – 5.0 Rs. 1,30,055 Avg. Ex-Showroom price |
Know about the differences
The Bajaj Chetak has an electric motor that is powered by a 3kWh IP67 rated lithium-ion battery. Its motor has a peak power rating of 4kW and a continuous power rating of 3.8kW, with a peak torque of 16Nm. The powertrain is available in two drive modes: Sport and Eco, with ranges of 95km and 85km, respectively. The single battery powered Optima HX, on the other hand, has a range of 82km, while the twin battery version has a range of 122km per charge. The charging time is between four and five hours. Both models have a max speed of 42kmph.
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