AI Verdict

Ather RiztavsBajaj Chetak

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Ather Rizta

68% Match

The Ather Rizta is the stronger all-rounder, with noticeably higher power, a faster top speed, disc front brake, quicker acceleration and richer tech (TPMS, live location tracking, regenerative braking) that justify its premium over the Bajaj Chetak. The Chetak still wins on outright value and range efficiency, with a larger under-seat storage and a slightly better rated riding range and battery warranty km, making it the pick for buyers prioritising price and cargo space over performance and connected features.

Ather Rizta

S - 2.9 kwh - Mono

₹1.17 - ₹1.56 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Stronger Motor Output
The Rizta's 4.3 kW PMS motor significantly outmuscles the Chetak's 3.1 kW BLDC unit.
Higher Top Speed
The Rizta tops out at 80 kmph versus the Chetak's 63 kmph, giving it a clear edge for highway stints.
Disc Front Brake
The Rizta uses a 200 mm front disc brake for sharper stopping power, while the Chetak relies on a front drum brake.

AI Match

68%

Ather Rizta

Performance
75%
Comfort
65%
Efficiency
66%
Features & Tech
80%
Safety
78%
Ownership
62%
Practicality
68%
Value
65%

Bajaj Chetak

3001

₹1.08 - ₹1.44 Lakh

Ex-showroom price

Lower Ex-Showroom Price
At ₹1,19,270 the Chetak undercuts the Rizta's ₹1,33,046 price tag by nearly ₹14,000.
Longer Rated Riding Range
The Chetak's certified riding range of 127 km edges out the Rizta's 123 km.
Bigger Under-Seat Storage
With 35 litres of under-seat storage, the Chetak offers slightly more room than the Rizta's 34 litres.

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Daily Commuter

Your AI pick

Bajaj Chetak

66% Match

Chetak's lower price, larger under-seat storage and simple front drum-caliper setup make it a value-friendly commuter, though Rizta's higher top speed and app features add convenience at a premium.

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Why Chetak for you?

Lower upfront cost

At ₹1,19,270 ex-showroom, the Chetak is about ₹13,800 cheaper than the Rizta, which matters for daily commuting buyers watching budget.

More boot space

35 litres of under-seat storage (vs 34 litres) gives marginally more room for daily essentials like a bag or extra helmet.

Fixed charger cost certainty

Chetak's charger cost is fully included, whereas Rizta's fast charger is a separate cost not included in the price, adding uncertainty for budget commuters.

AI Insights

Every vehicle has a different personality.

Find out how the Ather Rizta and Bajaj Chetak stack up across key factors and see what makes each of them unique.

Ather Rizta

Bajaj Chetak

Ather Rizta pulls ahead overall

The Rizta's radar bulges out on Performance and Features & Tech thanks to its stronger motor, disc brake and connected-safety suite, while the Chetak counters with a slight edge in Value and marginally better Efficiency, showing a classic performance-and-tech versus price-and-range trade-off.

Stronger Motor Output

The Rizta's 4.3 kW PMS motor significantly outmuscles the Chetak's 3.1 kW BLDC unit.

Higher Top Speed

The Rizta tops out at 80 kmph versus the Chetak's 63 kmph, giving it a clear edge for highway stints.

Disc Front Brake

The Rizta uses a 200 mm front disc brake for sharper stopping power, while the Chetak relies on a front drum brake.

A Trade-off

At ₹1,19,270 the Chetak undercuts the Rizta's ₹1,33,046 price tag by nearly ₹14,000.

Key Highlights

Strengths that matter every day.

A side-by-side look at what each one does best, so you can choose what fits your needs.

Ather Rizta

Strengths for those who prioritise range, safety and performance.

Stronger Motor Output
The Rizta's 4.3 kW PMS motor significantly outmuscles the Chetak's 3.1 kW BLDC unit.
Higher Top Speed
The Rizta tops out at 80 kmph versus the Chetak's 63 kmph, giving it a clear edge for highway stints.
Disc Front Brake
The Rizta uses a 200 mm front disc brake for sharper stopping power, while the Chetak relies on a front drum brake.
Advanced Connected Safety Suite
The Rizta adds TPMS, regenerative braking, live location tracking and live charging status that the Chetak lacks.
Quicker Acceleration
The Rizta hits 0-40 kmph in just 4.7 seconds, a figure not even matched on the spec sheet by the Chetak.

Bajaj Chetak

Strengths for those who prioritise value, range and performance.

Lower Ex-Showroom Price
At ₹1,19,270 the Chetak undercuts the Rizta's ₹1,33,046 price tag by nearly ₹14,000.
Longer Rated Riding Range
The Chetak's certified riding range of 127 km edges out the Rizta's 123 km.
Bigger Under-Seat Storage
With 35 litres of under-seat storage, the Chetak offers slightly more room than the Rizta's 34 litres.
Faster Charging to 80%
The Chetak juices up from 0-80% in just 3.5 hours versus the Rizta's 5.45 hours.
Higher Battery Warranty Mileage
The Chetak's battery warranty covers up to 50,000 km compared to the Rizta's 30,000 km, both over 3 years.

Features & Specs

Features that matter every day.

Instead of counting features, we compare which ones each vehicle actually includes.

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Power & Performance

Battery & Charging

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis
Front Suspension Telescopic Forks Single Sided Leading Link
Rear Suspension Monoshock Absorbers Monoshock
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster 1
Chassis Type Underbone Underbone
Warranty and Services
Battery Warranty 3 year or 30,000 km 3 year or 50,000 km
Motor Warranty 3 year 3 year
Dimensions
Kerb Weight 125 kg
Seat Height 780 mm 775 mm
Ground Clearance 150 mm 168 mm
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH) 1850 mm x 750 mm x 1140 mm 1914 mm x 725 mm x 1142 mm
Wheelbase 1285 mm 1355 mm

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring
Battery Status 1 1
Live Charging Status 1
Vehicle Location Tracking Live Location No
Tow & Theft Notifications 1 1

Lights

Seat & Storage
Under Seat Storage 34 litres 35 litres
Pillion Seat Yes Flat Seat
Pillion Comfort Backrest, Footrest, Grab rail Footrest, Grab rail
Front Storage Box 1 1
Helmet Hooks 2
Additional Features
Additional Features Autohold, Magic Twist, Skid Control, ESS, Fall Safe Guide Me Home Lights

Max Power	4.3 kW	3.1 kW
Max Torque	22 Nm
Top Speed	80 kmph	70 kmph
Acceleration	0-40 kmph - 4.7 sec
Transmission	Automatic	Automatic
Riding Range	123 km	131 km
Riding Range (Owner Reported)	120 km/charge	101 km/charge
Riding Modes	Zip and Smart Eco	Eco
Fuel Type	Electric	Electric
Motor Type	PMS Motor	PMSM
Motor IP Rating (Water & Dust Resistance)	IP67
Gradeability	15 Degree
Water Wading Limit	400 mm

Battery Capacity	2.9 kWh	3 kWh
Charging Time	0-80% - 6 hr, 0-100% - 7.25 hr	0-80% - 3.5 hr
Battery Portability	1 fixed battery - 2.9 kWh	1 fixed battery - 3 kWh
Fast Charging Availability	1
Fast Charger Cost	Not Included in the Vehicle Price	Not Applicable
Battery Type	Lithium Ion	Lithium Ion
Portable Battery	No	No
No. Of Batteries	1	1
Swappable Battery	No	No
Battery IP Rating	IP67	IP67
Charger Type	Portable Charger	Portable Charger
Charger Output	350W	750W
Charger Cost	No additional cost (Included in the vehicle price)	No additional cost (Included in the vehicle price)

Braking System	CBS	CBS
Front Brake	Disc, 200 mm	Drum, 130 mm, 1 piston caliper
Rear Brake	Drum, 130 mm	Drum, 130 mm
Wheel Type	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	Front - 12 inch, Rear - 12 inch	Front - 12 inch, Rear - 12 inch
Tyre Size	Front - 90/90 - 12, Rear - 100/80 - 12	Front - 90/90 - 12, Rear - 90/90 - 12
Tyre Type	Tubeless	Tubeless
Tyre Pressure (Rider Only)	Front - 30 psi, Rear - 28 psi
Tyre Pressure (Rider & Pillion)	Front - 30 psi, Rear - 32 psi

USB Charging Port	Yes	Front
Keyless Lock/Unlock	1
Cruise Control	Not Available	Not Available
Start Type	Self Start	Self Start
Ride by Wire	1	1
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System	2
Side Stand Engine/Motor Cut-off	1	1
Anti Theft System	1	1
Hill Assist	1	1
Reverse Mode	Yes with Parking Assist	Yes with Parking Assist
Adjustable levers	No	No
Regenerative Braking	1
Start/Stop Button	1	1
Windscreen	No	No
Center stand availability	2	2
Additional Features	Autohold, Fall Safe

Headlight	LED Headlamp	LED Headlamp
DRLs (Daytime Running Lights)	1	1
Brake/Tail Light	LED	LED
Hazard Warning Lights	1	1
Pass Light	1	1
Turn Signal	LED	LED
Boot Light	1	1
Additional Features	Emergency Stop Signal, Guide-me-home Lights	Guide Me Home Lights

Front Suspension	Telescopic Forks	Single Sided Leading Link
Rear Suspension	Monoshock Absorbers	Monoshock
Rear Suspension Preload Adjuster		1
Chassis Type	Underbone	Underbone

Battery Warranty	3 year or 30,000 km	3 year or 50,000 km
Motor Warranty	3 year	3 year

Kerb Weight	125 kg
Seat Height	780 mm	775 mm
Ground Clearance	150 mm	168 mm
Overall Dimensions (LxWxH)	1850 mm x 750 mm x 1140 mm	1914 mm x 725 mm x 1142 mm
Wheelbase	1285 mm	1355 mm

Battery Status	1	1
Live Charging Status	1
Vehicle Location Tracking	Live Location	No
Tow & Theft Notifications	1	1

Under Seat Storage	34 litres	35 litres
Pillion Seat	Yes	Flat Seat
Pillion Comfort	Backrest, Footrest, Grab rail	Footrest, Grab rail
Front Storage Box	1	1
Helmet Hooks	2

Speedometer	Digital	Digital
Clock	1	1
Average Speed	1
Instrument Console	7 " TFT Display with Brightness Control	LCD Display
Mobile Phone Connectivity	Bluetooth and Internet	Bluetooth
GPS & Navigation	Turn by Turn Navigation	No
Odometer	Digital	Digital
Distance to Empty	1
Tripmeter	Digital	1 Tripmeter, Digital
Stand Alarm	1
Low Battery Indicator	1	1
Hazard Warning Indicator	1	1
High Beam Indicator	1	1
OTA Updates	Available	Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts	Yes	Yes
Additional Features	Push Navigation, WhatsApp Preview on Dashboard, Auto-reply to Calls, Alexa Skills

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Ather Rizta

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Every vehicle has a different personality.

Ather Rizta pulls ahead overall

Strengths that matter every day.

Ather Rizta

Bajaj Chetak

Features that matter every day.

Power & Performance

Battery & Charging

Brakes & Wheels

Suspensions & Chassis

Warranty and Services

Dimensions

Safety & Convenience

Mobile App Monitoring

Lights

Seat & Storage

Additional Features

Instrument Cluster

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