Comparing the Bajaj Chetak EV and the TVS iQube side by side helps you weigh how each motorcycle fits your riding needs before you decide. In terms of pricing, the Bajaj Chetak EV is available at ₹99,900, while the TVS iQube is priced at ₹84,999. The full specification, pricing and feature breakdown for both motorcycles is available in the table below.
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| Engine Type | Electric motor, 3-phase permanent magnet synchronous | BLDC hub-mounted electric motor |
| Power | — | Peak: 4.4 kW; Rated: 3 kW |
| Torque | 20 Nm @ 1,950 rpm | 140 Nm (wheel torque) |
Performance & Efficiency |
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| Top Speed (km/h) | 72 | 80 |
Dimensions & Weight |
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| Kerb Weight | — | 110–125 depending on variant |
| Seat Height | 775 | 770 |
Brakes & Suspension |
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| ABS | — | No; CBS (Combined Braking System, SBT) |
| Front Brake | 130 mm Disc | Disc (220 mm) |
| Front Suspension | Single Sided Leading Link | Telescopic hydraulic fork |
| Rear Brake | 130 mm Drum | Drum (130 mm) |
| Rear Suspension | Monoshock | Hydraulic twin-tube shock absorber |
Tyres & Wheels |
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| Front Tyre | 90/90-12 | 90/90–12 tubeless |
| Rear Tyre | 90/100-12 | 90/90–12 tubeless |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | 12″ alloy wheels |
Features & Technology |
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| Headlight | LED with DRLs (as per official visuals) | LED integrated with TSL (Tip & Stay Light) |
Other Specifications |
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| 0–40 km/h (s) | 2.8 | 4.2 |
| Anti-Theft / IoT Tracking | Yes | Yes |
| App Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 3.0 kWh (Series 30) / 3.5 kWh (Series 35) | Lithium-ion, IP67 |
| Battery Capacity (kWh) | 3.5 | 3.4 |
| Battery Chemistry | Li-ion | Li-ion |
| Battery Warranty (Years) | 3 | 3 |
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| Built-in GPS Navigation | Yes | Yes |
| Charger Output Power (kW) | 0.95 | 0.9 |
| Charging Port Type | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Charging Time (Fast) | — | 0–80% in around 2 hours |
| Charging Time (Standard) | 3 h 25 mins | 0–80% in around 4.5 hours |
| Cluster | Fully digital colored LCD, Bluetooth‑linked, with navigation capability (Series 35) | 5″–7″ TFT (variant-dependent), SmartXonnect connectivity, navigation, OTA |
| Color Options | Brooklyn BlackHazelnutIndigo MetallicMatte Scarlett Red / Scarlet RedRacing RedPista GreenLime YellowAzure BlueCyber WhiteMatte Coarse GreyMatt GreyMoon White | Pearl WhiteWalnut BrownTitanium GreyTitanium Grey MatteStarlight Blue BeigeCopper Brown BeigeMercury GreyMint BlueCelebration OrangeHarlequin Blue BeigeMagnificence Purple Beige |
| Connectivity Features | Bluetooth, Smartphone Connectivity, Navigation, Call Alerts, Music Control, Ride Statistics | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 4G connectivity, navigation, call alerts, ride analytics |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Sports | Eco, Power, Sport |
| Fast Charging Supported | — | Yes |
| Final Drive Type | belt | hub |
| Ingress Protection (IP Rating) | IP67 | IP67 |
| Motor Power (Continuous, kW) | — | 3.0 |
| Motor Power (Peak, kW) | 4.2 | 4.4 |
| Motor Type | PMSM | BLDC |
| OTA Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Price Variants | C3001 | 110006 C3503 | 120605 C3502 | 134104 C3501 | 146305 | iQube 2.2 kWh | 115322 iQube 3.1 kWh | 125315 iQube 3.5 kWh | 135043 iQube S 4.7 kWh | 137142 iQube S 3.5 kWh | 139642 iQube ST 5.3 kWh | 170984 |
| Range (Claimed, km) | 152 | 124 |
| Range (Real World, km) | 120 | 80 |
| Starter | Push Button Start | Electric push-button |
| Torque (Electric, Nm) | — | 140 |
| Transmission | Single-speed reduction gear | Direct‑drive via CVT-equivalent hub motor |
| Vehicle Warranty (Years) | 3 | 3 |
