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TVS iQube 3.5 kWh vs Bajaj Chetak 3503
Same 3.5 kWh battery, two different priorities. The Chetak 3503 is the value pick: a lower ex-showroom price, a little more real-world range, faster home charging and a bigger 35-litre boot. The iQube answers with a front disc brake, IP67 water protection and a slightly higher top speed.
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Verdict: Pick the Bajaj Chetak 3503 if price, home charging speed and boot space lead your list — it does the everyday family job for noticeably less money. Pick the TVS iQube 3.5 kWh if you want the better braking setup and TVS's refined ride, and the higher price does not bother you.
| Spec | TVS iQube3.5 kWh | Bajaj Chetak3503 |
|---|---|---|
| Price & cost | ||
| Reference price | ₹1,45,200 | ₹1,29,000 |
| Running cost (est.) | ≈ ₹0.30/km | ≈ ₹0.29/km |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 78 km/h | 70 km/h |
| Motor power | 4.4 kW | — |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery | 3.5 kWh | 3.5 kWh |
| Real-world range | 95-115 km | 100-120 km |
| Efficiency | 30 km/kWh | 31 km/kWh |
| Charge time | ~5.6 hrs | ~3.4 hrs |
| Fast / 0–80% charge | — | 0-80% in 3 hrs 25 min; no fast charging |
| DC fast charge | No | No |
| Space & practicality | ||
| Under-seat storage | 30 L | 35 L |
| Kerb weight | 119.1 kg | — |
| Ground clearance | 157 mm | — |
| Wheel size | 12-inch / 12-inch | 12 inch |
| Brakes | Disc / Drum, SBT | Drum / Drum, CBS |
| Features | ||
| Display | Digital | Coloured LCD |
| Connected (app/Bluetooth) | Yes | Yes |
| Riding modes | 2 | 2 |
| Hill hold | No | Yes |
| Water resistance | IP67 | — |
| Warranty | 3 yr / 50,000 km | 3 yr / 50,000 km |
| Verdict | ||
| Best for | Conservative family-scooter buyers who want a mainstream-brand EVCommuters who value TVS service confidence over performance theatricsDaily mixed city and suburban use where easy charging matters more than speed | Buyers who want the big 3.5 kWh battery and 151 km claimed range at a lower price than the 3501Riders who value Bajaj's metal body and wide service networkMedium daily commutes with overnight home charging — 0-80% in about 3 hours 25 minutes |
| Verdict | The iQube 3.5 kWh is the sweet-spot conservative family scooter in TVS's lineup if you want a mainstream brand, usable everyday range, and lower-drama ownership more than flashy performance headlines. | The Chetak 3503 is the value route to the big-battery Chetak — the same 3.5 kWh pack and 151 km claimed range as the flagship 3501 with a simpler console and slower charging for less money. Best for city-first riders who want range and Bajaj's service reach over headline features. |
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iQube 3.5 kWh
The iQube 3.5 kWh is the sweet-spot conservative family scooter in TVS's lineup if you want a mainstream brand, usable everyday range, and lower-drama ownership more than flashy performance headlines.
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Conservative family-scooter buyers who want a mainstream-brand EVCommuters who value TVS service confidence over performance theatricsDaily mixed city and suburban use where easy charging matters more than speed
Chetak 3503
The Chetak 3503 is the value route to the big-battery Chetak — the same 3.5 kWh pack and 151 km claimed range as the flagship 3501 with a simpler console and slower charging for less money. Best for city-first riders who want range and Bajaj's service reach over headline features.
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Buyers who want the big 3.5 kWh battery and 151 km claimed range at a lower price than the 3501Riders who value Bajaj's metal body and wide service networkMedium daily commutes with overnight home charging — 0-80% in about 3 hours 25 minutes
What tips the decision
Where one choice becomes easier to justify
- The Chetak 3503 reaches 80% in about 3 hours 25 minutes at home — clearly quicker than the iQube 3.5 kWh on the same battery size
- The Chetak's 35-litre under-seat storage beats the iQube's 30 litres for helmets and grocery runs
- The iQube has a front disc brake and IP67 dust-and-water protection; the Chetak 3503 uses drum brakes at both ends
- The iQube is a touch quicker at 78 km/h top speed versus 70 km/h for the Chetak 3503
- The Chetak keeps hill-hold assist and Bajaj's metal body; both have connected apps and wide dealer networks
What keeps it honest
Tradeoffs you should not ignore
- Neither scooter has DC fast charging — both are built around overnight home charging
- At 70 km/h the Chetak 3503 is strictly a city scooter; the iQube is only slightly better for faster ring roads
- Real-world range is close (100–120 km vs 95–115 km), so range alone should not decide this one
- On-road prices move with state subsidies and dealer offers — get both quotes before treating the gap as fixed
Common questions
Frequently asked about this comparison
Which is better, TVS iQube or Bajaj Chetak?
Pick the Bajaj Chetak 3503 if price, home charging speed and boot space lead your list — it does the everyday family job for noticeably less money. Pick the TVS iQube 3.5 kWh if you want the better braking setup and TVS's refined ride, and the higher price does not bother you.
Which has more real-world range, TVS iQube or Bajaj Chetak?
Real-world range is close: TVS iQube gives about 95–115 km per charge and Bajaj Chetak about 100–120 km. Neither has a range advantage you would notice day to day.
Which is cheaper, TVS iQube or Bajaj Chetak?
Bajaj Chetak is cheaper by about ₹16,200 ex-showroom: TVS iQube ₹1,45,200 (verified 2026-10-04), Bajaj Chetak ₹1,29,000 (verified 2026-07-22). On-road prices vary by state, insurance and dealer offers, so compare the final quotes.
Which charges faster, TVS iQube or Bajaj Chetak?
Bajaj Chetak charges faster at home. TVS iQube takes about 5.6 hours to charge at home. Bajaj Chetak takes about 3.4 hours to charge at home.
What tips the decision between TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak?
Key factors: The Chetak 3503 reaches 80% in about 3 hours 25 minutes at home — clearly quicker than the iQube 3.5 kWh on the same battery size; The Chetak's 35-litre under-seat storage beats the iQube's 30 litres for helmets and grocery runs; The iQube has a front disc brake and IP67 dust-and-water protection; the Chetak 3503 uses drum brakes at both ends; The iQube is a touch quicker at 78 km/h top speed versus 70 km/h for the Chetak 3503; and The Chetak keeps hill-hold assist and Bajaj's metal body; both have connected apps and wide dealer networks.
What are the tradeoffs in the TVS iQube 3.5 kWh vs Bajaj Chetak 3503 comparison?
Tradeoffs to consider: Neither scooter has DC fast charging — both are built around overnight home charging; At 70 km/h the Chetak 3503 is strictly a city scooter; the iQube is only slightly better for faster ring roads; Real-world range is close (100–120 km vs 95–115 km), so range alone should not decide this one; and On-road prices move with state subsidies and dealer offers — get both quotes before treating the gap as fixed.
Is the Bajaj Chetak 3503 better than the TVS iQube?
For most buyers on value, yes: the Chetak 3503 costs less, charges faster at home, carries more in the boot and goes slightly further per charge on the same 3.5 kWh battery. The iQube is the better pick if you care about braking (front disc versus drum) and water protection (IP67), or simply prefer how TVS scooters ride.
Do the TVS iQube and Bajaj Chetak 3503 have fast charging?
No. Neither supports DC fast charging, so plan on charging at home or at work. The Chetak 3503 reaches 80% in about 3 hours 25 minutes; the iQube 3.5 kWh takes longer for the same charge.
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Reviewed 2026-10-04
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