Bajaj just dropped the most affordable version of its iconic electric scooter, the Chetak C25.1 As of today, Saturday, January 17, 2026, this city-focused EV is hitting showrooms at a starting price of ₹91,399 (ex-showroom).
The thing is, it’s positioned right at the entry point of the lineup, making it about ₹17,000 cheaper than its older brother, the 3001.3 Or nothing. Let’s be real—at this price point, Bajaj is coming straight for the Ola S1 X and TVS iQube. Those too. The main trade-off? You’re getting a hub motor instead of the mid-drive motor found in higher variants, but for city traffic, it might be all you need.4
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The “Chetak C25” Log: Field Notes
It’s an ongoing situation where Bajaj is proving you don’t need to spend ₹1.5 Lakh to get a “solid” metal-bodied scooter.
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The Battery & Juice: It carries a 2.5 kWh NMC battery.5 The thing is, they’re claiming an IDC range of 113 km.6 Real-world? Probably closer to 85-90 km if you’re heavy on the throttle.
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Charging Speed: Using the 750W off-board charger, you can hit 80% in about 2 hours and 25 minutes.7 A full top-up takes just under 4 hours.8 Perfect for an overnight plug-in.
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City Performance: Top speed is capped at 55 kmph.9 The thing is, this isn’t a highway cruiser. It’s for weaving through Delhi or Pune traffic.10 And here’s the kicker—it can climb a 19% incline even with a pillion.11
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Tech Check: You get a color LCD display instead of the fancy TFT.12 It still handles calls and music via Bluetooth.13 If you want the “goodies” like Hill Hold or Reverse Mode, you’ll need to opt for the TecPac add-on.14
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Chetak C25: Quick Spec Snapshot
| Specification | Details |
| Ex-Showroom Price | ₹91,399 |
| Claimed Range | 113 km (IDC) |
| Top Speed | 55 kmph |
| Motor Type | 2.2 kW Hub-Mounted |
| Kerb Weight | 108 kg (22kg lighter than 3501!) |
| Storage15 | 25 Litres (Fits a full-face helmet)16 |
| Warranty | 3 Years / 50,000 km |
And Here’s the Kicker…
While everyone else is using plastic and fiber, Bajaj stuck with the all-metal body.17 The thing is, the C25 feels substantially more “lifeproof” than its rivals. Those too. It’s available in six colors, but the Ocean Teal (Matte) and Misty Yellow are the ones that actually make it look like a 2026 model rather than a retro relic.18
It’s an ongoing situation where the C25 might just become the default choice for first-time EV buyers who are scared of “screen glitches” and plastic panels. The thing is, it’s simple, it’s sturdy, and it’s cheap. Or nothing.
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