KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Bajaj Chetak new base version spotted
- Gets fewer features
- Launch possible in the coming weeks
The Bajaj Chetak scooter is likely to get a new base version soon. The latest spy photos of a showroom-ready version have gone viral over the internet. The new upcoming version gets fewer features and bright colour options. Read all the details below. Meanwhile, join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group community of petrolheads to never miss out on any updates from the automotive world.
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Bajaj Chetak Scooter New Variant: What Are The Changes?
The leaked photos of the new variant seem to be taken inside a dealership yard. The bright sky blue colour looks charming and hints that it'll be available in new colour shades. Moreover, it lacks essential features as compared to the other variants. It has black steel wheels with drum brakes. Also, the digital instrument console is a negative monochrome display unit. The keyhole is also replaced with a conventional design for cost-cutting.
While the battery pack details are unknown, we suspect it'll get a reduced range and performance. The current base model comes with a 2.9kWh battery pack with a 113 km IDC range. This is for the Urbane variant. However, this new version will be positioned below the Urbane. Therefore, its range could be somewhere around 80-100 km.
The current range of Chetak starts at Rs 1.23 lakh (ex-showroom). But, with fewer features and less range, the new base version could be placed well below the Rs 1 lakh tag. If so, it'll rival the Ather 450S and the Ola S1 Air. Its expected launch timeline is in May.
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Verdict
Bajaj Chetak e-scooter has been a sublime seller for the company till now. Due to its high pricing and low performance and range it didn't manage to sell much. But, with the recent updates and the upcoming new base version, things might change in terms of sales figures. Let us know in the comments about your views on this upcoming base variant of Chetak.
