2024 Bajaj Chetak to launch this week. Here's what it might get

The Indian two wheeler maker, Bajaj Auto is all set to launch the updated version of its electric two wheeler, Chetak, on December 20.The Bajaj Chetak EV was first launched in 2020, and since then it has visually remained the same. Currently there are seven variants of the Chetak on offer. With the new model, Bajaj expected to make design enhancements along with upgrades to features and practicality.

2024 Bajaj Chetak: What do we know so far

Bajaj terms the upcoming Chetak as “The Best Chetak Yet". While details are scarce, the next-gen Bajaj Chetak is expected to be mounted on a newly developed chassis that will bring notable improvements and bigger under-seat storage is likely to be on offer. The current Chetak offers about 21 litres of under-seat storage, which is one of the lowest in the segment. The two-wheeler maker is expected to move the battery under the floorboard, similar to the Ather Rizta and TVS iQube.

The update to the electric scooter should also make way for a redesigned battery pack, which could offer more range while packing a similar capacity to the existing options available. The current Bajaj Chetak offers between 123 km and 137 km, depending on the variant.

2024 Bajaj Chetak: New variants

A few spy shots of the Bajaj Chetak have confirmed that it will feature a round LED headlight, curvy body panels, and a bulbous rear profile. The spy shots indicated that the update will also bring in a more affordable version of the electric scooter. This new version will cut down on some of the features and lower the specs and range.

Additionally, this new variant will also feature steel wheels and use drum brakes at both ends. Moreover, it won’t have a lockable glove box and will feature a physical ignition key slot. Interestingly, the new variant is expected to have a monochrome LCD instrument cluster in place of the TFT display found on the more pricier Chetak variants.

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The Bajaj Chetak has found acceptance with the masses with its no-nonsense approach and good looks. The e-scooter has aged rather well and continues to look fresh and vibrant despite newer rivals coming in the last few years.

Prices for the new-gen Bajaj Chetak will see a marginal revision over the current model. The e-scooter is presently priced between ₹96,000 and ₹1.29 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

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