Ather Konarc vs Bajaj Chetak: Specifications Compared
The Ather Konarc promises more range and features, while the Chetak counters with a higher top speed and a larger boot
- Ather Konarc S 161 gets a larger 7-inch display, 161 km IDC range and 130 km TrueRange
- Bajaj Chetak C3501 gets a 153 km claimed range, 80 km/h top speed and 35-litre boot space
- Both get 3.5 kWh batteries, metal bodies, hill-hold, ride modes and connected features.
The Ather Konarc marks Ather Energy's push into the family electric scooter space, taking on established players such as the Bajaj Chetak. While both scooters use a 3.5 kWh battery pack, their approach to performance, practicality and technology is slightly different.
Here's how the two electric scooters compare on paper.
Ather Konarc vs Bajaj Chetak: Price
The Ather Konarc S 161 is priced at Rs. 1.45 lakh (ex-showroom), while the Chetak C3501 is priced at around Rs. 1.52 lakh (ex-showroom, Bengaluru). This gives the Ather a price advantage of roughly Rs. 7,000.
| Specification | Ather Konarc S 161 | Bajaj Chetak C3501 |
| Battery Capacity | 3.5 kWh | 3.5 kWh |
| Claimed Range | 161 km | 153 km |
| Top Speed | 70 km/h | 80 km/h |
| Ride Modes | 3 | 2 |
| Front Brake | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake | Drum | Drum |
| Front Wheel Size | 14-inch | 12-inch |
| Rear Wheel Size | 12-inch | 12-inch |
| Battery Protection | IP67 | IP67 |
| Display | 7-inch TFT | 5-inch TFT |
| Boot Space | 31 litres | 35 litres |
| Hill Hold | Yes | Yes |
| Reverse Mode | Yes | Yes |
| OTA Updates | Yes | Yes |
| Vehicle Warranty | 3 years/30,000 km | 3 years/50,000 km |
The Konarc's biggest advantage on paper is its range. Its 3.5 kWh version offers a claimed 161 km IDC range, compared with 153 km for the Chetak C3501. Ather also quotes a 130 km TrueRange figure in SmartEco mode.
However, the Chetak gets the edge in top speed, with its 80 km/h maximum being 10 km/h higher than the Konarc's 70 km/h. The Chetak also has a larger 35-litre boot compared with the Konarc's 31 litres.
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Ather Konarc vs Bajaj Chetak: Features
The Konarc brings Ather's connected technology package, including AtherStack Pro, OTA updates, Bluetooth and SIM connectivity, Ather app integration, remote charging status and theft/tow alerts. The top-spec version also gets a 7-inch DeepView display.
The Chetak, meanwhile, gets a 5-inch TFT touchscreen, integrated Google Maps, OTA updates, hill-hold, ride modes and a 35-litre boot. Its top C3501 variant also gets an on-board 950W charger, which gives it a significant advantage in standard charging time.
Ather Konarc vs Bajaj Chetak
On paper, the Ather Konarc S 161 looks like the more technology-focused option, with greater claimed range, a larger display and a comprehensive connected feature set. The Bajaj Chetak C3501, on the other hand, offers a higher top speed, more boot space and considerably quicker standard 0-80 per cent charging.
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So, while both scooters use similarly sized batteries and target the same family-oriented buyer, the Konarc prioritises range and technology, whereas the Chetak focuses more on performance, practicality and charging convenience.