Bajaj Chetak 3501 has become costlier in Nepal after a fresh Rs 25,000 price increase from Hansraj Hulaschand and Company, the authorised distributor. It now costs Rs 3,89,900, up from Rs 3,64,900.
For buyers comparing it with Bajaj’s existing range, the Chetak sits above the Bajaj Pulsar 125 at Rs 3.15 lakh. It is also priced higher than the Bajaj Platina 100 ES, which costs Rs 2.17 lakh to Rs 2.60 lakh, and the Bajaj Discover 125 at Rs 2.57 lakh. The electric scooter is positioned near the top of Bajaj’s currently listed two-wheeler prices.
The Chetak 3501 was introduced in Nepal in August 2025 at Rs 3.24 lakh. Including the latest increase, its price has risen by Rs 65,000 over four months.
Key specifications
The scooter uses a 4.2 kW motor and a 3.5 kWh battery. Bajaj claims a range of up to 153 km on one full charge. Its top speed is 80 km/h.
A fast charger can take the battery from 0 to 80 percent in three hours. Equipment includes a 5.5-inch touchscreen, LED lighting, navigation, call and music controls, geo-fencing, accident detection, anti-theft protection and OTA updates. It also gets disc brakes, alloy wheels, hill hold, reverse mode and 35 litres of under-seat storage.
The Chetak 3501 now features a full-metal body with IP67-rated water resistance, making it suitable for Nepal's diverse weather conditions. Its all-new floorboard battery design allows for the largest 35-litre under-seat storage in its segment, enhancing both space and comfort.
Additionally, the scooter offers intelligent feature unlock through various tech packs, including remote immobilization, guide-me-home lights, integrated navigation, music control, document storage, and call handling via a smart TFT touchscreen console.
At Rs 3.90 lakh, the Chetak 3501 is the most expensive of the three Chetaks sold in Nepal, above the C3503 (Rs 3.40 lakh) and the C2501 (Rs 2.82 lakh).
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