With the launch of the new Bajaj Chetak C25, Bajaj Auto has expanded its electric scooter portfolio in India. Positioned as a more accessible and practical offering in the Chetak lineup, this single variant (C2501) is priced from Rs 91,399 (ex-showroom). Its core focus is clear: enhancing everyday usability through a reliable range and improved charging convenience.
Power & Charge: The Commuter’s Edge
The new Chetak C25 shifts focus from raw power to smart, urban practicality. Its electric motor is equipped to deliver 1.8 kW of nominal power (with a peak of 2.2 kW), a tuning clearly meant for efficient city commuting. Having tested it, this setup feels ideal for urban EV buyers. Bajaj claims a real-world range of 113 km on a single charge, directly addressing a major key concerns. Charging is also improved; the scooter is capable of going from 0 to 80 percent in just 2 hours and 25 minutes using the provided 750W off-board charger, making top-ups convenient and quick.
One of its most practical key highlights is the generous 25-litre under-seat storage—it’s genuinely large enough to accommodate a full-face helmet, which is a game-changer for daily errands. Bajaj hasn’t just focused on storage; they’ve prioritized rider and pillion comfort by offering a spacious full-length 650 mm seat, making it genuinely suitable for two-up riding.
This focus on practicality extends to its core engineering. The scooter continues with a smart floorboard-mounted NMC battery pack, a design crucial for helping maintain a low centre of gravity that translates into wonderfully stable ride characteristics.
Moving to the hardware, the Chetak C25 features robust components like telescopic front suspension and a reliable front disc brake, all wrapped in a sturdy metal body construction. This staying true to a premium positioning reinforces the Chetak brand’s reputation for quality. Furthermore, it’s impressively capable, handling steep gradients of up to 19 percent, even with a pillion onboard, aided by the essential hill-hold assist feature.
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Signature Style with Modern Flair
The new Chetak C25 smartly carries forward its familiar retro-modern styling while adding distinctive touches. Key among these are the premium Horseshoe-shaped LED DRLs at the front and the modern Ice Cube-style LED tail lamps at the rear. Other visual highlights include a functional all-cast grab handle and clever parametric design elements inspired by the Chetak logo. As a rider, I especially notice how well the control switches are neatly integrated, preserving a clean and cohesive design.
Living with this scooter, I find the everyday convenience features genuinely thoughtful. It’s equipped with a clear colour LCD instrument cluster for displaying essential ride information, and handy touches like idle start-stop, practical grab rails, and well-integrated switchgear make a real difference. Through this launch, Bajaj clearly aims to strengthen its position in the high-volume mass electric scooter segment. The Chetak C25 is their answer, offering a smart balance of crucial factors: ample range, decent charging speed, useful storage, and a premium build quality—all targeted at a very competitive price point.
