Comparing Electric Scooters: A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Kinetic DX, Bajaj Chetak, and TVS iQube
In the rapidly evolving electric vehicle market, three electric scooters have caught the attention of consumers - the Kinetic DX, Bajaj Chetak, and TVS iQube. Here's a comparison of their key specifications, features, and prices, based on recent data from mid-2025.
Kinetic DX
- Price: Rs 1.11 to 1.18 lakh (ex-showroom) depending on variant (DX and DX+).
- Battery: 2.6 kWh LFP battery with 2500-3500+ charge cycles, offering a claimed IDC range of 102 km (DX) to 116 km (DX+).
- Motor: 4.8 kW hub-mounted BLDC motor, top speed 80 km/h (DX) and 90 km/h (DX+).
- Features: Three riding modes (Range, Power, Turbo), reverse assist, hill hold, 37-litre underseat storage. Charges fully in about 4 hours.
- Variants and Colors: Two variants; DX comes in Silver and Black, DX+ has more colors (Red, Blue, White, Silver, Black).
Bajaj Chetak
- Price: Around Rs 1.04 lakh (ex-showroom), making it the most affordable among the three.
- Battery and Range: Claimed riding range of 127 km, but battery specs details not explicitly stated here.
- Motor: Lower power (3.1 kW) compared to Kinetic DX (4.7 kW), top speed details not specified.
- Features: Multiple variants (4 variants), color options in 5 colors, likely good build and city usability.
- Charging time: Not clearly stated in these results but known from other sources to take ~5 hours approximately.
- User feedback: Some reported technical issues and service concerns have been noted.
TVS iQube
- While not detailed in the provided search results, it is mentioned as a competitor.
- From established data (and not directly in the search results), TVS iQube typically offers:
- Price around Rs 1.1 lakh to 1.15 lakh.
- Range about 75-85 km per charge.
- Motor power approx 4-4.4 kW, top speed around 78 km/h.
- Features include connected scooter technology, riding modes, and decent storage.
- More detailed spec comparison not directly available from the search results.
Price Comparison Summary
- Bajaj Chetak: ~Rs 1.04 lakh (lowest)
- TVS iQube: Approx. Rs 1.10-1.15 lakh (mid-range)
- Kinetic DX: Rs 1.11 to 1.18 lakh (highest among the three).
Range and Performance
- Bajaj Chetak leads in claimed range (127 km) but with lower motor power.
- Kinetic DX offers robust motor power (4.7-4.8 kW) and decent range (102-116 km).
- TVS iQube offers moderate range (~75-85 km) and mid-level motor power.
Conclusion
- Kinetic DX focuses on higher motor power, multiple riding modes, and practical features like reverse assist and large storage.
- Bajaj Chetak excels in range and affordability but has some user-reported service issues.
- TVS iQube balances features, technology, and price but with relatively lower range.
Buyers should choose based on priorities: range and affordability (Chetak), power and features (Kinetic DX), or balanced technology and usability (iQube). Detailed specs and test rides are recommended before purchase.
It's worth noting that the Kinetic DX+ churns out 6.4 bhp of peak power, and the TVS iQube electric scooter comes priced between ₹1.09 lakh and ₹1.28 lakh (ex-showroom). The exact specifications for the price range of the Bajaj Chetak, Kinetic Green DX, and TVS iQube are provided in the given paragraph.
- In addition to electric scooters, the realm of electric vehicles also encompasses other transportations.
- The affordability of the Bajaj Chetak, priced at approximately Rs 1.04 lakh, makes it an attractive option in the evolving automotive industry.
- The Kinetic DX electric scooter, with its higher motor power and multiple riding modes, can be considered among the latest gadgets in the technology-infused lifestyle.
- The TVS iQube, while balancing features, technology, and price, offers a moderate range that might be suitable for users in the transportation sector.
