Hero VX2 e-scooter vs TVS iQube vs Bajaj Chetak 3501: Range, specs, price compared
Electric scooters are fast becoming the preferred choice for urban commuters and Hero MotoCorp’s EV arm Vida recently launched its most affordable e-scooter, the Vida VX2, which will go against the top-selling models such as the Bajaj Chetak and TVS iQube. It should be noted that in this article, we will be putting it against the 3.5 kWh variants of the mentioned rivals. Here’s a detailed look at how these EVs stack up against each other in terms of battery range, tech features and pricing.
Hero Vida VX2:
Hero’s electric offering, the Vida VX2, comes with the option of Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) model. This allows customers to pay for battery usage per kilometre, starting at just Rs 0.96 per km. The VX2 is available in two variants: VX2 Go and VX2 Plus. The Plus variant is priced at Rs 64,990, ex-showroom, with BaaS. Without the subscription, it costs Rs 1.10 lakh, ex-showroom.Powering the VX2 Plus is a 3.4 kWh battery, offering a claimed range of up to 142 km. The scooter can be fast-charged to 80 percent in just one hour. It also comes with a 4.3-inch TFT display, smartphone connectivity, real-time ride stats, telemetry, and support for firmware updates over the air.
TVS iQube:
The TVS iQube is offered with a 3.5 kWh battery that delivers a range of up to 145 km on a single charge and supports fast charging via a 950W unit.TVS offers different display options across variants. The standard iQube starts at Rs 1.09 lakh, ex-showroom, and comes with a five-inch TFT screen. The S variant gets a larger seven-inch screen and is priced at Rs 1.17 lakh. The top-end ST variant also has a seven-inch touchscreen, but adds Bluetooth, voice assistance, and more, and is priced at Rs 1.28 lakh.TVS recently upgraded its battery pack from 3.4 kWh to 3.5 kWh, slightly improving the overall range without altering the form factor.
Bajaj Chetak 3501:
Bajaj’s Chetak 3501 comes equipped with a 3.5 kWh battery and offers a certified range of 153 km on a single charge, making it the longest-range offering among the three.The scooter is priced at Rs 1.22 lakh, ex-showroom, and features a colour TFT touchscreen with Bluetooth support. Riders can access features like turn-by-turn navigation, music control, and call/SMS alerts via the Chetak mobile app.Each scooter brings a unique set of strengths to the table, so your ideal pick will depend on your budget, tech preferences, and how far you plan to ride on a daily basis.
