This comparison is most useful when both scooters look viable and you need the decision to break on charging, value, or day-to-day fit.
Scooter comparison
TVS iQube ST vs Bajaj Chetak 3501
Two established two-wheeler brands on range versus price. TVS leads on real-world range; Bajaj leads on price and faster AC charging.
India lens
Use this comparison to break the tie on charging, value, and fit, then validate the winner with your own running-cost estimate.
Verdict: TVS iQube ST is the stronger long-range choice with the bigger battery and more headroom for 100 km-plus days. Bajaj Chetak 3501 is the smarter pick if lower entry price, simple urban usability, and a shorter charge stop matter more.
| Spec | TVS iQube ST5.3 kWh | Bajaj ChetakC3501 3.5 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price & cost | ||
| Reference price | ₹1,75,384 | ₹1,57,140 |
| Running cost (est.) | ≈ ₹0.33/km | ≈ ₹0.27/km |
| Performance | ||
| Top speed | 82 km/h | 80 km/h |
| Motor power | 4.4 kW | — |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery | 5.3 kWh | 3.5 kWh |
| Real-world range | 130-155 km | 105-125 km |
| Efficiency | 27 km/kWh | 33 km/kWh |
| Charge time | ~4.2 hrs | ~3 hrs |
| Fast / 0–80% charge | — | 0-80% in 3 hrs on the bundled 950 W charger; no DC fast charging |
| DC fast charge | No | No |
| Space & practicality | ||
| Under-seat storage | 30 L | 35 L |
| Kerb weight | 132 kg | — |
| Ground clearance | 157 mm | 168 mm |
| Wheel size | 12-inch / 12-inch | 12 inch |
| Brakes | Disc / Drum, SBT | Disc / Drum, CBS |
| Features | ||
| Display | Digital | 5-inch TFT touchscreen |
| 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 | Buyers who prioritise range over everything elseExisting TVS customers who value a trusted service networkLonger suburban commutes where 100+ km real-world range matters | Riders who want the fully loaded Chetak — the C3501 is the only trim with a 5-inch TFT touchscreen, full map navigation, keyless ignition and remote startDaily commuters who want range and pace together — 153 km claimed and 80 km/h from a 3.5 kWh pack, with 0-80% in three hours on the bundled 950 W chargerBuyers who value a mainstream service network and a metal-bodied scooter — Bajaj covers the C3501 with a 3-year or 50,000 km warranty |
| Verdict | The best real-world range of any fixed-battery electric scooter currently on sale in India. TVS's service network is a major reliability advantage. Pay the premium if range anxiety is your primary concern. | The C3501 is the top of the Chetak range: the same 3.5 kWh fixed battery and 153 km claim as the C3502, but with a 5-inch TFT touchscreen, full map navigation, keyless ignition, remote start, hill hold, reverse assist, OTA updates and geo-fencing on top. Hardware is otherwise familiar Chetak — a steel body, BLDC hub motor, 80 km/h, 12-inch alloys on tubeless tyres, a 200 mm front disc and 130 mm rear drum with CBS, single-sided leading-link front suspension, 168 mm ground clearance, a 775 mm seat, 35 litres under the seat and 5 litres up front, with 0-80% in three hours on the bundled 950 W charger and a 3-year / 50,000 km warranty. Bajaj claims 153 km; we would plan around 105 to 125 km in real city use. Best for riders who want every Chetak feature and will pay roughly ₹12,000 more than the C3502 to get the screen and connected kit. |
| Spec source | View source | View source |
Decision path
Move from verdict to action without losing context.
Open TVS iQube STInspect the full profile behind the left-side verdictOpen Bajaj ChetakInspect the full profile behind the right-side verdictRun the scooter calculatorUse your own prices before you pick the winnerFind charging stationsCheck the network near you before the faster-sounding option wins by default
iQube ST 5.3 kWh
The best real-world range of any fixed-battery electric scooter currently on sale in India. TVS's service network is a major reliability advantage. Pay the premium if range anxiety is your primary concern.
Real-world estimate.
Check if it suits your roads.
Buyers who prioritise range over everything elseExisting TVS customers who value a trusted service networkLonger suburban commutes where 100+ km real-world range matters
Chetak C3501 3.5 kWh
The C3501 is the top of the Chetak range: the same 3.5 kWh fixed battery and 153 km claim as the C3502, but with a 5-inch TFT touchscreen, full map navigation, keyless ignition, remote start, hill hold, reverse assist, OTA updates and geo-fencing on top. Hardware is otherwise familiar Chetak — a steel body, BLDC hub motor, 80 km/h, 12-inch alloys on tubeless tyres, a 200 mm front disc and 130 mm rear drum with CBS, single-sided leading-link front suspension, 168 mm ground clearance, a 775 mm seat, 35 litres under the seat and 5 litres up front, with 0-80% in three hours on the bundled 950 W charger and a 3-year / 50,000 km warranty. Bajaj claims 153 km; we would plan around 105 to 125 km in real city use. Best for riders who want every Chetak feature and will pay roughly ₹12,000 more than the C3502 to get the screen and connected kit.
Real-world estimate.
Check if it suits your roads.
Riders who want the fully loaded Chetak — the C3501 is the only trim with a 5-inch TFT touchscreen, full map navigation, keyless ignition and remote startDaily commuters who want range and pace together — 153 km claimed and 80 km/h from a 3.5 kWh pack, with 0-80% in three hours on the bundled 950 W chargerBuyers who value a mainstream service network and a metal-bodied scooter — Bajaj covers the C3501 with a 3-year or 50,000 km warranty
What tips the decision
Where one choice becomes easier to justify
- TVS iQube ST has the longest real-world range (130–155 km) of any fixed-battery scooter on sale in India
- Bajaj Chetak 3501 has the fastest AC charge time in this segment at 3.5 hours
- Bajaj Chetak costs noticeably less than the TVS iQube ST ex-showroom
- Both have one of India's largest service networks — a major advantage outside metro cities
- TVS has a higher top speed (82 km/h vs 73 km/h)
What keeps it honest
Tradeoffs you should not ignore
- TVS iQube ST is the most expensive fixed-battery option here for the features offered
- Bajaj Chetak has the lowest top speed in this comparison — not ideal for fast arterial roads
- Neither has DC fast charging
- TVS iQube ST is heavier due to its larger battery, which affects low-speed handling
Common questions
Frequently asked about this comparison
Which is better, TVS iQube ST or Bajaj Chetak?
TVS iQube ST is the stronger long-range choice with the bigger battery and more headroom for 100 km-plus days. Bajaj Chetak 3501 is the smarter pick if lower entry price, simple urban usability, and a shorter charge stop matter more.
Which has more real-world range, TVS iQube ST or Bajaj Chetak?
TVS iQube ST goes further: about 130–155 km of real-world range per charge versus 105–125 km for Bajaj Chetak — roughly 27 km more on a typical charge.
Which is cheaper, TVS iQube ST or Bajaj Chetak?
Bajaj Chetak is cheaper by about ₹18,200 ex-showroom: TVS iQube ST ₹1,75,384 (verified 2026-10-04), Bajaj Chetak ₹1,57,140 (verified 2026-10-05). On-road prices vary by state, insurance and dealer offers, so compare the final quotes.
Which charges faster, TVS iQube ST or Bajaj Chetak?
Bajaj Chetak charges faster at home. TVS iQube ST takes about 4.2 hours to charge at home. Bajaj Chetak takes about 3 hours to charge at home.
What tips the decision between TVS iQube ST and Bajaj Chetak?
Key factors: TVS iQube ST has the longest real-world range (130–155 km) of any fixed-battery scooter on sale in India; Bajaj Chetak 3501 has the fastest AC charge time in this segment at 3.5 hours; Bajaj Chetak costs noticeably less than the TVS iQube ST ex-showroom; Both have one of India's largest service networks — a major advantage outside metro cities; and TVS has a higher top speed (82 km/h vs 73 km/h).
What are the tradeoffs in the TVS iQube ST vs Bajaj Chetak 3501 comparison?
Tradeoffs to consider: TVS iQube ST is the most expensive fixed-battery option here for the features offered; Bajaj Chetak has the lowest top speed in this comparison — not ideal for fast arterial roads; Neither has DC fast charging; and TVS iQube ST is heavier due to its larger battery, which affects low-speed handling.
Sources
Documents used for this verdict
Reviewed 2026-03-29
Next step
Use your own prices before you pick a winner.
Other scooter comparisons
Keep comparing before you decide.
Ola S1 Pro+ vs Ather 450X Gen 3Performance-first buyers choosing between the two biggest electric scooter brands in IndiaOla S1 X 3 kWh vs Ola S1 X+ 4 kWhOla buyers deciding whether the cheaper 3 kWh S1 X is enough or the 4 kWh S1 X+ is worth the step upOla S1 X 2 kWh vs TVS iQube 2.2 kWhBudget-first India electric scooter buyers choosing between the lowest-cost S1 X and the entry iQubeAther 450S vs Bajaj Chetak 3501City scooter buyers choosing between Ather's sharper software-led commuter and Bajaj's calmer conservative family-scooter answerAther Rizta vs TVS iQube STFamily-focused buyers choosing between Ather software polish and TVS range-and-service reassuranceSimple One Gen 2 vs Ola S1 Pro+Performance-first buyers chasing the biggest battery-and-speed story in the Indian scooter marketAmpere Nexus EX vs Hero Vida V2 ProPractical family-scooter buyers balancing quick home charging against stronger service-network reassuranceTVS X vs Ola S1 Pro+Performance-focused buyers deciding whether premium hardware and TVS backing justify spending more than Ola moneySuzuki e-Access vs Bajaj Chetak 3501Conservative family-scooter buyers choosing between Suzuki’s newer fast-charge angle and Bajaj’s proven low-drama ownership storyHonda QC1 vs Honda Activa e:Honda-leaning urban buyers deciding whether a simple city scooter is enough or swap-network convenience justifies the upgradeHonda Activa e: RoadSync Duo vs Honda Activa e:Honda electric-scooter buyers deciding whether the connected RoadSync Duo trim is worth paying more than the standard Activa e:River Indie vs Ather RiztaPractical urban buyers deciding between River’s rugged utility-first scooter and Ather’s more polished family-comfort briefBGauss BG RUV 350 Max vs Ampere Nexus EXUtility-minded commuters choosing between BGauss' rugged large-wheel scooter brief and Ampere's more conventional family-scooter value playBGauss BG RUV 350 i EX vs BG RUV 350 MaxBG RUV 350 buyers deciding whether the lower-cost i EX variant is enough, or whether the Max variant's extra range and features are worth the price step-upAmpere Magnus Neo vs Honda QC1Budget city riders deciding whether to spend slightly more for a fuller everyday scooter or save money and accept a stricter low-speed urban briefKinetic Green E-Luna X3 vs Ampere Magnus NeoBudget India riders deciding between a lightweight moped-style runabout and a more conventional family-scooter commuterTVS iQube 3.5 kWh vs Ola S1 X+India scooter buyers choosing between TVS's conservative family-commuter brief and Ola's faster value-led range playTVS iQube 3.1 kWh vs TVS iQube 3.5 kWhIndia iQube buyers deciding whether the lower-cost 3.1 kWh variant is enough or the 3.5 kWh battery is worth paying forTVS iQube 2.2 kWh vs TVS iQube 3.1 kWhIndia iQube buyers deciding whether the cheaper 2.2 kWh variant is enough or the 3.1 kWh battery is worth paying forHero Vida V2 Plus vs Ather 450SIndia city commuters choosing between Hero's removable-battery commuter scooter and Ather's sharper performance-led urban briefHero Vida V2 Lite vs Hero Vida V2 PlusVida buyers choosing whether the lowest-cost V2 Lite is enough or the V2 Plus is worth the step up for more range headroomOla S1 X+ 4 kWh vs Ather Rizta Z 3.7 kWhIndia buyers choosing between Ola's value-led performance scooter and Ather's comfort-first family scooter at a similar price pointBGauss BG RUV 350 i EX vs Ampere Nexus EXValue-focused India commuters deciding between BGauss' rugged big-wheel utility scooter and Ampere's more conventional family scooter at almost the same priceTVS iQube 3.5 kWh vs Bajaj Chetak 3503Family-scooter buyers deciding between India's two most-trusted mainstream electric scooters with the same 3.5 kWh batteryTVS iQube 3.5 kWh vs Ather Rizta SFamily buyers choosing between TVS's best-selling iQube and Ather's comfort-first RiztaHonda Activa e vs TVS iQube 3.5 kWhBuyers choosing between Honda's battery-swap Activa e and the home-charged TVS iQube — usually decided by where you parkTVS Orbiter V2 vs TVS iQube 3.1 kWhTVS buyers comparing the new range-first Orbiter with the established iQube on the same 3.1 kWh batteryOla S1 Pro+ 5.3 kWh vs TVS iQube STLong-commute riders shortlisting the two biggest-battery electric scooters in IndiaAther 450 Apex vs Ola S1 Pro+ 5.3 kWhEnthusiast buyers choosing between India's two flagship performance electric scooters at nearly the same priceHero Vida VX2 Plus 4.4 kWh vs TVS iQube STLong-range family-scooter buyers, especially apartment dwellers deciding whether a removable battery mattersBajaj Chetak 3503 vs Ather Rizta SFamily-scooter buyers choosing between Bajaj's metal-bodied Chetak and Ather's comfort-first Rizta at a similar price