New Bajaj Chetak electric scooter launching tomorrow with disc brake, navigation feature and more

Bajaj Auto is set to launch the new version of Chetak electric scooter on January 5, i.e. tomorrow.

The two-wheeler maker has been teasing pictures of the upcoming EV for quite some time, confirming vairous features. One picture posted showed a blue coloured scooter with a front disc brake. The new Chetak will have a ravamped yet retro design. In another picture, Bajaj revealed its semi-circular display with turn-by-turn navigation feature, trip and odometer.

Earlier, leaked documents suggested that the 2024 Bajaj Chetak will feature notable upgrades, setting it apart from the Urbane model. One of the key improvements is a larger 3.2 kWh battery pack, offering an estimated range of 127 km on a single charge. This replaces the current 2.88 kWh battery, which provides a range of 113 km. Charging time for the new battery is expected to be around 4 hours and 30 minutes for a full charge.

The 2024 Bajaj Chetak is also expected to deliver better performance, with a higher top speed of 73 kmph compared to the current model's 63 kmph. Another significant update is the introduction of a new TFT screen, replacing the current round LCD unit. This advanced display is anticipated to offer features like turn-by-turn navigation, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), remote lock/unlock, Bluetooth connectivity, and more.

Rumors also suggest an increase in the under-seat storage capacity from the existing 18 liters to 21 liters, providing users with more space for their belongings.