Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 vs Bajaj Chetak 35 Series — Which One Should You Buy?
Last updated 25 July 2026
Quick Verdict
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 wins on both range and value — the clear pick.
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola
S1 Pro Gen 3
₹1.55 L
Range: 140 km
Battery: 4 kWh
Top: 120 km/h
Charge: 240 min
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Bajaj
Chetak 35 Series
₹1.35 L
Range: 115 km
Battery: 3.5 kWh
Top: 73 km/h
Charge: — min
Detailed Specifications
| Spec | Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 | Bajaj Chetak 35 Series |
|---|---|---|
| Price (ex-showroom) | ₹1.55 L | ₹1.35 L |
| Battery | 4 kWh | 3.5 kWh |
| Real-world range | 140 km | 115 km |
| ARAI/MIDC range | 195 km | 153 km |
| Top speed | 120 km/h | 73 km/h |
| Motor power | 11 kW | 4 kW |
| Motor torque | 58 Nm | 20 Nm |
| DC fast charge (10-80%) | 240 min | Not supported |
| AC charging | 5 hr | 3.5 hr |
| Drivetrain | Hub | Hub |
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Boot space | 34 L | 35 L |
| Ground clearance | 165 mm | 144 mm |
| Battery warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
Cells highlighted in green indicate the best value in that row.
Variants Available
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
- • S1 Pro 3kWh
- • S1 Pro 4kWh
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
- • 3501
- • 3503
Key Features
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
- ✓ Hyper mode
- ✓ Reverse mode
- ✓ MoveOS 5
- ✓ 7" touchscreen
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
- ✓ Metal body
- ✓ TFT display
- ✓ Chetak app
- ✓ Hill hold
Which is better for…?
Daily city commute
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 squeezes ~35.0 km per kWh — the most efficient here, ideal for stop-go traffic.
Highway long-distance
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 balances 140 km of range with 120 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
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 ships with a 3-year battery warranty.
Pros & Cons
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3
Pros
- + Top speed in class
- + Long range
- + Feature-loaded
Cons
- − Service quality issues
- − Build quality complaints
Bajaj Chetak 35 Series
Pros
- + Premium metal build
- + Bajaj reliability
- + Largest underseat storage
Cons
- − Lower top speed
- − No fast charging
Final Verdict
Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 wins on both range and value — the clear pick.
- Better real-world range: Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 delivers ~140 km vs 115 km.
- Better value (₹/km of range): Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 costs ~₹1,107 per km of range — the lowest of the lot.
- Better DC fast charging: Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 hits 10→80% in 240 min.
- Better safety: Tie — None have NCAP ratings yet (likely 2-wheelers).
- Better performance (top speed): Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 — Ola S1 Pro Gen 3 tops out at 120 km/h.
- Most affordable: Bajaj Chetak 35 Series — Starts at ₹1.35 L — ₹19,999 cheaper than the priciest here.