Back in January 2020, Indian auto giant Bajaj launched its first electric scooter dubbed the Bajaj Chetak. Till now, the scooter has been available only for Bangalore and Pune-based customers. However, a wider customer base can now enjoy this EV as Bajaj has made it available in 20 cities across the country.

The move comes in an attempt to boost the sales of the 2020 Chetak electric scooter which received a lukewarm reception due to its relatively high price tag compared to its specs, features, and performance. The EV is now available to pre-book in Coimbatore, Madurai, Kochi, Kozhikode, Hubli, Visakhapatnam, Nashik, Vasai, Surat, Delhi, Mumbai, and Mapusa. The Chetak 2020 currently has a waiting period of four-eight weeks and can be booked online from the Bajaj chertak website or via an offline dealership.

Bajaj can even be said to expand the presence of its electric scooter in preparation for the upcoming Chetak 2022 model which is said to launch in the coming days and will have better essential features that are missing in the 2020 model like fast charging while also being positioned at a lower price point than its predecessor.

Reports have also stated that the Bajaj Chetak electric scooter 2022 model will be completely manufactured in India and is rumored to feature an improved motor that is capable of delivering 4.2kW of peak power and a continuous output of 4.0kW.

To recall, the Bajaj Chetak 2020 features an IP67 rated electric motor capable of producing 4.08kW of peak power and continuous output of 3.8kW. This gives the EV a top speed of 60kmph and the 3kWh lithium-ion battery pack provides a real-world range of 95km in Eco mode and 85km in Sport mode. The Chetak gets a front trailing link suspension, and 12-inch alloy wheels fitted with MRF Zapper tires. The 2020 Chetak Urban comes with an Ex-showroom price of Rs. 1 lakh while the Chetak Premium costs Rs. 1.15 lakh.

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