2024 Bajaj Chetak vs TVS iQube S: Features Compared

Making the retro a bit more modernistic for 2024, Bajaj launched the updated Chetak with a brand new TFT console and a bunch of new features. This addition has made the Chetak a better rival to the lovely electric commuter, the TVS iQube S. So today, we shall compare the features of both these electric scooters.

2024 Bajaj Chetak

While the previous Chetak maintained the retro charm with a round LCD console with very basic readouts, the new rectangular 5-inch TFT unit makes things a lot more convenient for daily use. The console has a really clean layout with all the information that you would need right in front of you. 

So, with the Tecpac, the console comes packed with turn-by-turn navigation, music control, and call/notification alerts, all via the Chetak app on your smartphone. Additionally, the console offers two themes and using all the features is pretty seamless. However, under harsh sunlight, reading the cluster can get a little difficult.

Oh also, the new switchgear feels very premium, and is also pretty intuitive to use, whether it is to change the music or toggle through the features. The fanciest bit on the Chetak, however, has to be the rear sequential indicators – that’s right, the same feature that you get in premium cars.

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TVS iQube S

While the Chetak received these updates in 2024, the TVS iQube S has been flaunting these features since 2022. It gets a bigger 7-inch full-colour TFT console and looks slightly cooler. Just like the Chetak, the iQube S too gets Bluetooth connectivity, music control, turn-by-turn navigation, and call/notification alerts. 

Despite its simple design language, the iQube S is feature-packed enough with a reverse mode. Sadly, though, while the Chetak gets a key fob for keyless start and stop, iQube S needs the services of a conventional key to unlock and start.

Conclusion

The new Chetak, with all of its updates, is a much more wholesome package over the previous model. And it costs Rs 1,44,463 (ex-showroom) with the TECPAC package. On the other hand, the TVS iQube S costs Rs 1,40,025 (ex-showroom including subsidies).

Sure, both are no-nonsense, feature-packed, electric scooters. However, if you want something that looks stylish and is more solid, then the Chetak is the perfect candidate. However, if you just want to do your daily commuting and blend with the petrol-powered crowd, then the iQube S makes sense for you.