Bajaj Chetak vs Vespa 125

Last Updated: August 15, 2026

Bajaj Chetak price starts at Rs. 1.19 Lakh, which is Rs. 7,768 cheaper than the base variant of Vespa 125, priced at Rs. 1.27 Lakh. In terms of efficiency, the 125 returns a claimed 37.5 kmpl, while the Chetak offers a claimed 131 km/charge. On the performance front, the Chetak uses a 3Kwh battery and the 125 a 124.45cc engine producing 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm. If you're deciding between the Chetak and 125, the Chetak is the better pick for affordability.

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Chetak vs 125 Comparison Summary

Specification Bajaj ChetakVespa 125
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 1.19 LakhRs. 1.27 Lakh
Mileage / Range 131 km/charge37.5 kmpl
Engine / Battery 3 Kwh124.45 cc
Max power / Motor Not Available9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Kerb weight Not Available115 Kg

Chetak vs 125 Key Highlights

Basic Info Bajaj Chetak C3001Vespa 125 Single Tone
Rating
28 reviews
2 reviews
Brand Name Bajaj Vespa
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 1.19 Lakh Check On Road Price Rs. 1.27 Lakh Check On Road Price
Engine Type Not Available Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Max Power Not Available 9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Fuel Type Electric Petrol
Colors
Bajaj Chetak Colors
Vespa 125 Colors
Braking Type Combi Brake System Combi Brake System
Wheel Size Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy) Alloy Alloy
Range 131 km/charge Not Available
Starting Push Button Start Self Start Only
Speedometer Digital Analogue
Running Cost Rs. 0.15/km Rs. 2.67/km
EMI Not Available
Rs. 3,660 @ 9.45% (36 months)
Insurance Rs. 4,365 Chetak Insurance Rs. 6,965 125 Insurance
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Spark Plugs
Not Available
1 Per Cylinder
Valves (per cylinder)
Not Available
3
Claimed Top Speed
70 km/Hr
86 kmph
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
bs6.2
Engine Type
Not Available
Single Cylinder 4 stroke, Air Cooled, SOHC, 3 valves Fl
Engine Displacement
Not Available
124.45 cc
Gear Box
Not Available
CVT
No. Of Batteries
1
Not Available
Max Power
Not Available
9.51 PS @ 7100 rpm
Max Torque
Not Available
10.1 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Bore
Not Available
52 mm
Stroke
Not Available
58.6 mm
Number Of Cylinders
Not Available
1
Drive Type
Hub Motor
Belt Drive
Fuel System
Not Available
Electronic Injection
Fuel Type
Electric
Petrol
Ignition
Not Available
Electronics EMS
Compression Ratio
Not Available
10.5:1

Front Brake
Drum
Disc
Rear Brake
Drum
Drum
Braking Type
Combi Brake System
Combi Brake System

Mileage (Overall)
Not Available
37.5 kmpl
Scooter Speed
high
Not Available
Fuel Gauge
Not Available
Digital

Suspension-Front
Single Sided Leading Link
Aircraft derived hydralic single side arm from suspension with Anti Dive characteristics
Suspension-Rear
Monoshock
Dual Effect hydraulic shock absorber with four position adjustable

Front Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
26 psi
Front Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
26 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider)
Not Available
29 psi
Rear Tyre Pressure (Rider and Pillion)
Not Available
32 psi
Tyre Size
Front :-90/90-12 Rear :-90/100-12
Front :-110/70-11, Rear :-120/70-10
Wheel Size
Front :-304.8 mm,Rear :-304.8 mm
Front :-279.4 mm,Rear :-254 mm
Tyre Make
Not Available
MRF And Eurogrip
Tyre Type
Tubeless
Tubeless
Wheels Type (Pressed Steel/ Alloy)
Alloy
Alloy

Seat height
775 mm
770 mm
Fuel Tank Reserve Capacity
Not Available
1.85 L
Front Storage Compartment
Yes
Not Available
Engine Oil Capacity
Not Available
700 ml
Length*Width*Height
1914*725*1142 mm3
1770*690*1140 mm3
Wheelbase
1355 mm
1290 mm
Length
1914 mm
1770 mm
Ground Clearance
168 mm
Not Available
Height
1142 mm
1140 mm
Width
725 mm
690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
Not Available
7.4 L
Kerb Weight
Not Available
115 Kg
Tail Light
LED
Bulb
Front Brake Size
130 mm
200 mm
Rear Brake Size
130 mm
140 mm

Battery Type
Li-ion
Lead Acid
Motor Type
BLDC
Not Available
Claimed range
131 km/charge
Not Available
Call/SMS Alerts
Yes
Not Available
Roadside assistance
Yes
Not Available
USB charging port
Yes
Yes
Music control
Yes
Not Available
Range
131 km/charge
Not Available
Headlight
LED
LED
Charging at Home
Yes
Not Available
Battery Capacity
3 Kwh
12V / 5AH
Charging Time(0-80%)
2 Hrs 55 Min
Not Available
Seat Opening Switch
Yes
Not Available

Frame Type
Steel Body
Monocoque Chassis
Digital Display Type
Monochrome LCD
Not Available
Trip Meter
Digital
Digital
Pillion Seat
Yes
Not Available
Pillion Grab Rail
Yes
Not Available
Calls and Messaging
Yes
Not Available
Riding Modes
Eco,Sport
Not Available
Low battery alert
Yes
Not Available
No. of Tripmeters
1
Not Available
Hill Hold
Yes
Not Available
Rear Footpegs
Yes
Yes
Multi-function Lock
Yes
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
Yes
Yes
Additional Features/Information
Self Cancelling Blinkers, Guide Me Home Lights
Not Available
Side Stand Warning
Yes
Not Available
Physical Key
Yes
Not Available
Body
Steel
Not Available
Reverse Assist
Yes
Not Available
Body Type
Electric Scooters
Not Available
Body Graphics
Not Available
Yes
Instrument Console Type
Digital
Analogue and Digital
Bluetooth Connectivity
Bluetooth
Not Available
Starting
Push Button Start
Self Start Only
Seat Type
Single
Single
Pass Beam Switch
Yes
Not Available
Speedometer
Digital
Analogue
Mobile Application
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Not Available
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Low Battery Indicator
Yes
Not Available
Passenger Backrest
Not Available
Yes
Carry hook
Yes
Yes
Underseat storage
35 L
Yes
Charger Output
750 W
Not Available
Cooling System
Not Available
Air Cooled
Odometer
Digital
Digital
Service Due Indicator
Not Available
Yes
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
Yes
Hazard Light Switch
Yes
Not Available

Vehicle Warranty
3 Years or 50,000 Km
5 Years or 60,000 Km
Standard Warranty (Years)
3
5
Standard Warranty (kilometers)
50000
60000

Pros and Cons

  • Positives
  • Negatives
Bajaj Chetak
  • Large 35-litre underseat storage
  • Touch enabled TFT console with touch screen sensitivity adjustment
  • New battery pack with better range
Vespa 125
  • The design and styling really makes the scooter look amazing
  • The 125cc engine offers good power and performance
  • The features list is quite decent and covers all the essentials
Bajaj Chetak
  • Doesn’t get fast charging
  • Design remains unchanged and fails to stand out
  • TecPac needed to unlock full set of features
Vespa 125
  • The pricing is a bit too high
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The Bajaj Chetak is cheaper than Vespa 125 by ₹7,768.

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