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Hero Electric Optima vs Bajaj Chetak

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Hero Electric Optima or Bajaj Chetak? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Optima and Chetak. Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0 and Bajaj Chetak Price starts at Rs.1.02 Lakh (ex-showroom) for 3001 STD. Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power whereas Bajaj Chetak can generate N/A power. In terms of range, Optima provides a range of 135km/charge (base model), and Chetak has a range of 127km/charge (base model). Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants whereas Bajaj Chetak is available in 11 colours & 20 variants.

Optima vs Chetak

Key HighlightsHero Electric OptimaBajaj Chetak
PriceRs.83,300Rs.1.02 Lakh
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power1900 WN/A
Mileage/Range135 km/charge127 km/charge
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Hero Electric Optima CX 2.0 scooter
CX 2.0
Rs. 83,300
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Bajaj Chetak 3001 STD scooter
3001 STD
Rs. 1.02 Lakh
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Specifications Overview

Variant Name
On Road Price
86,882
Price Breakup
1.07 Lakh
Price Breakup
User Rating
3.6
4.0
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
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Brakes, Suspension & Tyres

Braking System
CBS
CBS
Calliper Type
-
Front Disc Size
130
-
Front Suspension Preload Adjuster
Front Wheel Size
12
12
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster
check
Rear Wheel Size
12
12
Wheel Type
Alloy
Alloy
Front Suspension
TelescopiSuspension
Single Sided Leading Link
Rear Suspension
Telescopic Suspension
Monoshock
Front Tyre Size
90/90 - 12
90/90 - 12
Rear Tyre Size
90/90 - 12
90/100 - 12
Front Type
Drum
Disc
Rear Disc/Drum Size
130 mm
-
Rear Type
Drum
Drum

Instrumentation

Riding Modes Switch
check
check
Touch Screen Display
Fuel level guage
-
Digial
Tachometer
Digital
Speedometer
Digital
Digital
Odometer
Digital
-

Exterior

Daytime Running Lights
-
check
LED headlight
check
check

Warranty

Basic Warranty
3 Years battery and motor warranty
3 Years/30000 Kms

Body & Suspension

Colors
Images
Frame Type
Underbone
Metal

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type
BLDC
-
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Battery Capacity
3 kwh
3 kwh
Battery Type
Lithium Ion
Lithium Ion
Charging Time
6 hr 50 min
3 Hrs 50 mins (0 - 80%)
Fast Charging
check
Range
135 km/charge
127 km/charge
Top Speed
55 kmph
-
Charging Socket
-
check
Max Power
1900 W
-
Motor Power
1200
-

Comfort & Convenience

Average Speed Indicator
check
Call/SMS Alerts
check
Front Storage Box
check
check
Geo Fencing
Low Battery Indicator
check
check
Pillion Backrest
Pillion Footrest
check
Riding Modes
2
2
Under Seat Storage
check
35
GPS & Navigation
-
Console Type
Digital
Digital
Distance to Empty Indicator
check
Engine Kill Switch
-
Instrument Console
Digital
Digital
Luggage Space
-
35

Safety

AHO (Automatic Headlight On)
check
Hazard Warning Indicator
check
check
Hazard Warning Switch
check
Radial Tyres
-
Side Stand Alarm
check
Pass Light
check
check
Pillion Grabrail
check
check
Turn Signal
Halogen Bulb
LED
ABS - Anti-lock braking system
Power Modes
-

Dimensions & Capacity

Length
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1894 mm
Width
-
725 mm
Height
-
1280 mm
Wheelbase
-
1330 mm
Ground Clearance
165 mm
160 mm
Body Type
Electric Scooter
Scooter
Seat Height
-
760 mm
Unladden/Kerb Weight
102 kg
134 kg

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Design has a wide appeal owing to conventional styling
  • Gets Telescopic Forks and Alloy Wheels
  • Quite well priced as compared to some of the rivals
  • Charming design which perfectly makes use of modern elements on retro body shape.
  • 35L of boot space is the best in the segment.
  • The 5-inch TFT display is packed with all the modern features. Plus, it’s a touchscreen as well.
  • Available in five striking glossy colors.
  • Bajaj's strong network and brand value make it a more reliable option than its rivals.
  • The new 35 Series uses a 3.5 kWh battery pack, which has a certified range of 153 km.
  • The seat height has been increased to 725 mm in the 35 Series variants.
Cons
  • Ride quality could have been better
  • Some owners have reported niggles with electricals
  • Rivals like Ola S1 offer more range at this price tag
  • Limited app connectivity features, most of which are visible only on the TFT display.
  • Poor fit and finish of the charging socket, which appears like an after thought
  • Unlike rivals, its charging socket is under the seat, which is a major drawback.
  • There is no disc brake at the rear, even at Rs 1.27 lakh ex-showroom.
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Detailed Comparison of Hero Electric Optima and Bajaj Chetak

Safety

Optima comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Hazard Warning Indicator, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Side Stand Alarm. Chetak has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, AHO (Automatic Headlight On), Hazard Warning Switch.

Comfort & Convenience

Hero Electric Optima has features like Under Seat Storage, Pillion Footrest, Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port and Bajaj Chetak, on the other hand, has Front Storage Box, Low Battery Indicator, Call/SMS Alerts, Average Speed Indicator, Distance to Empty Indicator, Side Stand Indicator, USB Charger Port.

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Hero Electric Optima and Bajaj Chetak Owner Reviews

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    • PM
      Prince Maurya
      2 Month ago
      3.8
      One time charge give 100 kms range. It gives 45 kmph maximum speed. It takes 6 hour to full charge. It has very low maintenance. Colour design is ok. Battery is good.
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      Abhijit Sarkar
      4 Month ago
      3.0
      Good battery backup, reliable motor but body built quality is poor. Overall service is good.Need to develop body built quality and service center, as well as spare parts availability.
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    • RS
      Rajkumar Sharma
      4 Month ago
      5.0
      I think positive response if I successfully receive delivery at home without any problem it will be my pleasure.
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      Rajinder Singh
      8 Month ago
      4.2
      This is a good scooter with a range of 50 to 65 km range in single charge . It's a single battery electric scooter I bought it in March 2023
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      Amir Merchant
      10 Month ago
      5.0
      Smooth ride, best ride mileage, very good alloy wheel, best pick up, very well motors, 550 watt heavy duty scooter pick up is very fast, low Maintenance price high but fine
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