KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Both scooters are built on different frames and are dimensionally differentiated as well.
- The 3202 comes with a 3.2kWh battery pack, while the 3501 gets a 3.5kWh battery pack.
- The 3501 gets the 5-inch TFT cluster, while the 3202 continues with the LCD screen.
The Bajaj Chetak has been around for quite a while as an electric scooter, and the Indian two-wheeler maker has now added a new variant called the Chetak 35 Series. How different is the 35 Series from the current model?
We will be splitting the differences between the Chetak 3501 and the Chetak 3202, but before going any further, make sure to join the 91wheels WhatsApp Community.
Bajaj Chetak 3501 Vs 3202
Design
Both variants of the Chetak are identical in terms of appearances, as they feature the same neo-retro design with an Italian influence. However, Bajaj has lengthened the wheelbase of the new Chetak by 25mm, taking it up to 1350mm. As a result of this, it gets a larger floorboard, and an 80mm longer seat.
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Electric Powertrain
The Chetak 35 Series retains the same 4.8kWh electric motor from the other variants. However, one major change is the battery pack. Unlike the other variants with the battery pack placed near the motor, the Chetak 35 gets its battery pack placed under the floorboard. This change has resulted in a larger underseat storage space measuring 35 litres, compared to the 3202's 21-litre space.
While the 3202 gets a 3.2kWh battery pack, the 3501 comes with a larger 3.5kWh unit, which can be charged from 0-80% in a claimed three hours, via a 950W portable unit. The table below will highlight some of the specs for you.
| Criteria | Chetak 3501 | Chetak 3202 |
| Motor Power | 4.8kWh | 4.8kWh |
| Battery Pack | 3.5kWh | 3.2kWh |
| Claimed Range | 153km | 137km |
| Charging | 0-80% in 3 hrs (950W) | 0-80% in 3.35 hrs (650W) |
| Claimed Top Speed | 73kmph | 73kmph |
Features
With the Chetak 35 Series, Bajaj has introduced three new variants; the 3501 is the flagship, while the 3502 and the 3503 are the lower-spec trims. Briefly speaking, the lower trims feature the same TFT cluster as the 3202, but without the touch functionality and Google Maps navigation.
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The 3501 comes equipped with a 5-inch TFT touch screen, featuring integrated maps navigation, music streaming, call/SMS alerts, online document storage, and customizable themes. Additionally, it also comes with two ride modes, hill-hold, and follow me-headlamps among a few other things.
In comparison, the 3202 misses out on quite a lot, but the optional TecPac adds a few things. Here is a table differentiating the 3202 from the 3501.
| Feature | Chetak 3501 | Chetak 3202 |
| Instrument cluster | 5-inch touchscreen | Colour LCD |
| Ride Modes | Eco And Sport | Eco And Sport |
| Navigation | Google Maps | No |
| Hill-hold | Yes | Yes (with TecPac) |
| Follow-me headlamps | Yes | No |
| Dynamic-swipe indicators | Yes | No |
| Reverse mode | Yes | Yes (with TecPac) |
| Calls/SMS alerts | Yes | No |
Do check out our walkaround of the new Bajaj Chetak 35 Series, and make sure to comment if you have any questions!
Verdict
With the new variant and the set of changes, the Chetak's appeal should definitely increase among Indian EV buyers, especially those looking for a metal-bodied scooter with a certain charm, also evoking nostalgia.
