Bajaj Chetak 35 Series vs Ather 450X Gen 3 — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series wins on both range and value — the clear pick.
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Bajaj
Chetak 35 Series
₹1.35 L
Range: 115 km
Battery: 3.5 kWh
Top: 73 km/h
Charge: — min
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather
450X Gen 3
₹1.45 L
Range: 110 km
Battery: 3.7 kWh
Top: 90 km/h
Charge: 270 min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Bajaj Chetak 35 Series | Ather 450X Gen 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹1.35 L | ₹1.45 L |
| Battery | 3.5 kWh | 3.7 kWh |
| Real-world range | 115 km | 110 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 153 km | 161 km |
| Top speed | 73 km/h | 90 km/h |
| Motor power | 4 kW | 6.4 kW |
| Motor torque | 20 Nm | 26 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | Not supported | 270 min |
| AC charging | 3.5 hr | 6 hr |
| Drivetrain | Hub | Belt |
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Boot space | 35 L | 22 L |
| Ground clearance | 144 mm | 161 mm |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
- • 3501
- • 3503
Ather 450X Gen 3
- • 450X 2.9kWh
- • 450X 3.7kWh
Key Features
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
- ✓ Metal body
- ✓ TFT display
- ✓ Chetak app
- ✓ Hill hold
Ather 450X Gen 3
- ✓ AtherStack 6
- ✓ Google Maps
- ✓ OTA updates
- ✓ Fast Charging Grid
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series squeezes ~32.9 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
Ather 450X Gen 3
Ather 450X Gen 3 balances 110 km of range with 90 km/h top speed — best highway combo.
Family use
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series combines 2-seat capacity, 35L boot, and 0★ safety.
Tight budget
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series at ₹1.35 L is the most wallet-friendly choice.
Long-term ownership
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series ships with a 3-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Pros
- + Premium metal build
- + Bajaj reliability
- + Largest underseat storage
Cons
- − Lower top speed
- − No fast charging
Ather 450X Gen 3
Pros
- + Best ride quality
- + Premium build
- + Strong charging network
Cons
- − Lower top speed
- − Higher per-km cost
Final Verdict
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series wins on both range and value — the clear pick.
- Better real-world range: Bajaj Chetak 35 Series — Bajaj Chetak 35 Series delivers ~115 km vs 110 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Bajaj Chetak 35 Series — Bajaj Chetak 35 Series costs ~₹1,174 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Ather 450X Gen 3 — Ather 450X Gen 3 hits 10→80% in 270 min.
- Better safety: Tie — None have NCAP ratings yet (likely 2-wheelers).
- Better performance (top speed): Ather 450X Gen 3 — Ather 450X Gen 3 tops out at 90 km/h.
- Most affordable: Bajaj Chetak 35 Series — Starts at ₹1.35 L — ₹9,999 cheaper than the priciest here.