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Bajaj Chetak vs Hero Electric Optima

Do you want to find out which scooter is the best, Bajaj Chetak or Hero Electric Optima? 91Wheels brings you a detailed comparison between Chetak and Optima. Bajaj Chetak Price starts at Rs.99,998 (ex-showroom) for 2903 STD and Hero Electric Optima Price starts at Rs.83,300 (ex-showroom) for CX 2.0. Bajaj Chetak can generate 4200 W power whereas Hero Electric Optima can generate 1900 W power. In terms of range, Chetak provides a range of 123km/charge (base model), and Optima has a range of 135km/charge (base model). Bajaj Chetak is available in 13 colours & 18 variants whereas Hero Electric Optima is available in 2 colours & 2 variants.

Chetak vs Optima

Key HighlightsBajaj ChetakHero Electric Optima
PriceRs.99,998Rs.83,300
Engine CapacityN/AN/A
Power4200 W1900 W
Mileage/Range123 km/charge135 km/charge
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Bajaj Chetak 2903 STD scooter
Bajaj Chetak
2903 STD
Rs. 99,998
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Hero Electric Optima CX 2.0 scooter
Hero Electric Optima
CX 2.0
Rs. 83,300
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    Specifications Overview

    Variant Name
    On Road Price
    1.04 Lakh
    Price Breakup
    86,882
    Price Breakup
    User Rating
    4.2
    3.5
    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
    SinglSideLeadinLink
    TelescopiSuspension
    Rear Suspension
    MoNoshock
    Telescopic Suspension
    Front Tyre Size
    90/90 - 12
    90/90 - 12
    Rear Tyre Size
    90/100 - 12
    90/90 - 12
    Front Type
    Drum
    Drum
    Rear Disc/Drum Size
    -
    130 mm
    Rear Type
    Drum
    Drum

    Instrumentation

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

    Exterior

    Daytime Running Lights
    check
    -
    LED headlight
    check
    check

    Warranty

    Basic Warranty
    3 Years/50000 Kms
    3 Years battery and motor warranty

    Body & Suspension

    Colors
    Images
    Frame Type
    Metal
    Underbone

    Engine & Transmission

    Engine Type
    BLDC Motor
    BLDC
    Transmission Type
    Automatic
    Automatic
    Battery Capacity
    2.8 kwh
    3 kwh
    Battery Type
    Lithium Ion
    Lithium Ion
    Charging Time
    4 Hr 30 Mins
    6 hr 50 min
    Fast Charging
    -
    Range
    123 km/charge
    135 km/charge
    Top Speed
    63 kmph
    55 kmph
    Charging Socket
    check
    -
    Max Power
    4200 W
    1900 W
    Max Torque
    20 Nm
    -
    Motor Power
    3000 W
    1200

    Comfort & Convenience

    Average Speed Indicator
    Call/SMS Alerts
    check
    Front Storage Box
    check
    check
    Geo Fencing
    Low Battery Indicator
    check
    check
    Low Oil Indicator
    -
    Pillion Backrest
    Pillion Footrest
    check
    Riding Modes
    1
    2
    Under Seat Storage
    check
    check
    GPS & Navigation
    check
    Console Type
    Digital
    Digital
    Distance to Empty Indicator
    check
    Engine Kill Switch
    Instrument Console
    Digital
    Digital

    Safety

    Hazard Warning Indicator
    check
    check
    Hazard Warning Switch
    Radial Tyres
    Side Stand Alarm
    -
    check
    Pass Light
    check
    check
    Pillion Grabrail
    check
    check
    Turn Signal
    LED
    Halogen Bulb
    ABS - Anti-lock braking system
    Brake Assist
    CBS
    CBS
    Power Modes
    1

    Dimensions & Capacity

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

    Pros & Cons

    Pros
    • 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.
    • 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
    Cons
    • 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.
    • Ride quality could have been better
    • Some owners have reported niggles with electricals
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    Safety

    Chetak comes loaded with No ABS - Anti-lock braking system, Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator. Optima has Pass Light, Pillion Grabrail, Hazard Warning Indicator, Side Stand Alarm.

    Comfort & Convenience

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

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    Bajaj Chetak and Hero Electric Optima Owner Reviews

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    • Optima Review
      • Mr
        Mere ram Jai shree ram
        09 Feb 2025
        5.0
        Scooter is very beautiful. Condition and price is very right, and disbreak and headlight, and comfortable seat or battery backup is 123 km is 2902 and price very good.
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      • A
        Anonymous
        06 Feb 2025
        5.0
        This is value for money scooter, Nice metal body ample storage, Digital display, Mileage, Charging time.
        Likes (2)
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      • Gk
        GS kumar
        04 Feb 2025
        3.8
        Performance is good and endurance depends on speed and road. Conditions servings stations are less battery endurance depends on proper usage. Overall performance compared with average speed and weight is good.
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      • S
        Sarathkumar
        28 Jan 2025
        5.0
        super scooter & mileage reached 153km for one time charge & very comfortable and suitable for middle class family. one-time charge it will cost only 15 rupees. This is rock solid scooter
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      • NS
        Nihal Singh
        28 Jan 2025
        4.6
        Nice but the price is some uncomfortable and not satisfied Bajaj should think about it and work on the display to upgrade the display feature, I will not disappointed.
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