The competition is heating up in the Indian e-scooter market, as new entrants want to challenge the long-standing position of Honda Activa as a leader in the market.
Out of all the competitors, the new Bajaj Chetak 3503 seems to be the largest gainer of market share as it quickly becomes the name in electric scooters.
Bajaj Chetak 3503 – New Entrant in the E-Scooter Market
Bajaj has been making daring moves in the electric scooter segment. The successful relaunch of Bajaj Chetak 3503 has seen it become a top player in the market. The brand’s electric model is gaining traction in India, especially within the urban commuter segment that seeks value and reliability compared to petrol scooters.
The launch of the Bajaj Chetak 3503 at ₹1.10 lakh is going to create waves, especially with its whopping 155 km range. This variant, launched in April 2025, has emerged as a direct rival to the electric version of Honda Activa, as well as competitors like the Ola S1 Pro and TVS iQube in the electric scooter market.
It is particularly evident that the Bajaj Chetak 3503 has many features that are not found in any other scooter of this range. Bajaj Chetak 3503 has a battery capacity of 3.5Kwh topped with a first-class digital screen with other speciations like Mobile Connectivity Bluetooth, Speedometer Digital, Odometer Digital, Tripmeter Digital, and Tachometer Digital.
Consumer Shift in Preferences Towards Bajaj Chetak 3503
One of the primary reasons for the success of Bajaj Chetak 3503 is the increasing consumer trend toward electric cars. Customers are also looking for green options with no compromise on performance.
The Bajaj Chetak 3503’s blend of fashion, reliability, and improved range has resulted in it becoming a sought-after vehicle. Its affordability, along with government subsidies, has also made it a viable option for urban commuter customers.
While Activa’s electric version is set to hit the market in late 2025, Bajaj Chetak 3503 has already gained significant momentum among those looking for immediate electric alternatives.
Forecast for Bajaj Chetak Market Growth
Bajaj Auto is leading the trend toward accelerated growth of the electric two-wheeler market in India, with Bajaj Chetak 3505 to keep ahead of the actual projected sales of 1.2 million e-scooters in 2025.
Bajaj intends to secure efficiency and market share by having one cutting-edge product behind every environmentally conscious urban commuter; distance, use, or price won’t matter in this case.
With an approximate price of ₹1.10 lakh and a distance of 155 km on one charge, in addition to a 35-liter storage capacity, Bajaj Chetak 3505 provides customers a green choice to go back to greener, safer mobility prior to the Industrial Revolution.
Final Verdict
In addition to its growing sales network of more than 3,800 locations, Bajaj’s strategic emphasis on battery economy, brand legacy, and customer-focused design is driving adoption.
The Chetak series recorded record monthly sales (34,863 units in March 2025) and a year-over-year increase of 116% in FY2025, demonstrating this momentum.
Bajaj Chetak 3505 is at the vanguard of developing sustainable mobility as India’s EV adoption picks up speed thanks to Bajaj’s technological investment and affordability, meeting consumer demand for dependable, environmentally friendly transportation.
