Key Highlights
- Simple One Electric: Dual battery setup, 225km range.
- Ather 450X: Quick acceleration, 165km driving range.
- Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium: 80km per charge, 5-hour charging time.
- Powertrain: Simple One – 7kW motor, Ather 450X – 6.4kW motor, Bajaj Chetak – 4kW continuous power.
Among the top contenders in the market, the Simple One Electric, Ather 450X, and Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium stand out with impressive features, including powerful powertrains, extended battery life, and innovative design elements. Now, let us delve into the detailed specifications of each electric scooter.
Simple One Electric Vs Ather 450x Vs Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium: Design
The Simple One Electric boasts a sleek and modern look with all-LED lighting and a 7-inch TFT instrument cluster. It stands out with its massive 30-litre under-seat storage and the convenience of swappable batteries.
The Ather 450X, on the other hand, features an IP65-rated 7-inch greyscale capacitive touchscreen console, providing a futuristic and intuitive interface. With the optional Pro Pack add-on, it gains a colored screen with adaptive brightness, 4G LTE connectivity, and Google Maps navigation, among other features.
Meanwhile, the Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium impresses with its elegant design and compact dimensions, offering an additional storage capacity of 18 litres.
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Simple One Electric Vs Ather 450x Vs Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium: Powertrain
| Electric Scooter | Motor Power (kW) | Torque (Nm) | 0-40kmph Acceleration | Battery Capacity (kWh) | Charging Time (Approx.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Simple One Electric | 7kW | 72Nm | 2.85 seconds | 4.8kWh (dual battery setup) | Fixed: 2.75 hours, Swappable: 75 minutes |
| Ather 450X | 6.4kW | 26Nm | 3.3 seconds | 3.7kWh | 5 hours and 40 minutes |
| Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium | 4kW (continuous power), 4.2kW (motor power) | 16.2Nm at 1400 rpm | 4.5 seconds | 3 kWh | 2.75 hours |
The Simple One Electric features a 7kW motor that delivers an impressive 72Nm of torque. It accelerates from 0 to 40kmph in just 2.85 seconds. Additionally, it offers a unique dual battery setup, combining a fixed battery and a 7kg removable battery pack, providing a total capacity of 4.8kWh. The fixed battery can be charged to 80% in 2.75 hours, while the swappable battery takes only 75 minutes. With a claimed range of 236km, the Simple One offers an exceptional combination of power and range.
In comparison, the Ather 450X is powered by a PMSM electric motor with a peak power of 6.4kW, achieving a top speed of 90kmph and accelerating from 0 to 40kmph in 3.3 seconds. It utilizes a belt drive setup on its rear wheel and features a 3.7kWh lithium-ion battery with an IP67 rating. Charging the Ather 450X fully takes around 5 hours and 40 minutes in the Pro-pack variant.
On the other hand, the Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium offers continuous power output of 4000W and a maximum torque of 16.2Nm at 1400 rpm. Its motor has a power rating of 4200W. The scooter provides a range of 90km per charge in Eco mode and 80km per charge in Sport mode. It features remote start, push-button start, and an IP rating of 67 for the motor.
Simple One Electric Vs Ather 450x Vs Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium: Battery, Range
| Electric Scooter | Battery Capacity | Charging Time | Claimed Range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simple One Electric | 5kWh (dual battery setup) | 80% in 5 hours and 54 minutes (home charger) | 225km |
| Ather 450X | 3.7 kWh | Approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes | 165km |
| Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium | 50.4V / 60.4Ah | 5 hours | 80km |
The Simple One Electric offers a unique dual battery setup, comprising a fixed battery and a removable 7kg battery pack, providing a total capacity of 5kWh. Priced at Rs 1.45 lakh for standard color schemes and Rs 1.5 lakh for X dual-tone color schemes, it offers fast charging capabilities, with a one-minute charge providing a claimed range of 1.5km. The company claims an impressive range of 225km for the Simple One.
On the other hand, the Ather 450X is equipped with a 6400 watt PMSM motor and a 3.7 kWh battery. It takes approximately 5 hours and 40 minutes to fully charge the battery, offering a driving range of 165 km per charge.
As for the Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium, it takes 5 hours to fully charge its 50.4V / 60.4Ah battery. It provides a claimed range of 80 km per charge.
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Simple One Electric Vs Ather 450x Vs Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium: Price
| Electric Scooter | Price (Ex-showroom) |
|---|---|
| Simple One Electric | Rs 1.45 lakh (standard color schemes) & Rs 1.5 lakh (X dual-tone color schemes) |
| Ather 450X | Rs 98,079 (Standard variant) & Rs 1,28,443 (450X with Pro-pack add-on) |
| Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium | Rs 1.52 lakh (2023 model) |
The Simple One Electric is competitively priced at Rs 1.45 lakh for the standard color schemes and Rs 1.5 lakh for the X dual-tone color schemes (ex-showroom Bengaluru, including the latest FAME-II subsidies).
On the other hand, the Ather 450X offers two variants, with the Standard variant priced at Rs 98,079, while the 450X with Pro-pack add-on comes at a price of Rs 1,28,443 (both ex-showroom Delhi).
As for the Bajaj Chetak Electric Premium, it is priced at Rs 1.52 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi) for the 2023 model.
