Compare Electric Vehicles
Compare price, battery, charging, ownership cost, running cost, features and performance.
BGauss
C12i Max₹1.08 - 1.33L
Ex-showroom · Delhi
Est. on-road: ₹1.20L
- Range
- 123 km
- Battery
- 2.7 kWh
- Fast Charge
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Bajaj
Chetak C3001₹1.12 - 1.12L
Ex-showroom · Delhi
Est. on-road: ₹1.24L
- Range
- 127 km
- Battery
- 3 kWh
- Fast Charge
- —
Quick Verdict
Your instant takeaway, before the detailed comparison below.
Best Value
C12i Max
Longest Range
Chetak C3001
Lowest Running Cost
C12i Max
Editor's Pick
Chetak C3001
Quick Verdict
- Best ValueC12i Max
- Longest RangeChetak C3001
- Lowest Running CostC12i Max
- Editor's PickChetak C3001
Overview
Key numbers at a glance.
Battery
- BGauss2.7 kWh
- Bajaj3 kWh
Range
- BGauss123 km
- Bajaj127 km
Power
- BGaussNot available
- Bajaj3.1 kW
Torque
- BGaussNot available
- BajajNot available
Top Speed
- BGauss60 km/h
- Bajaj70 km/h
Acceleration
- BGaussNot available
- BajajNot available
Charging Time
- BGaussNot available
- BajajNot available
Efficiency
- BGauss2.2 kWh/100km
- Bajaj2.4 kWh/100km
Price Comparison
On-road price estimate for Delhi, Delhi. Change city to see how it affects the breakdown.
| Component | C12i Max | Chetak C3001 |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom Price | ₹1,08,000 | ₹1,12,000 |
| Registration / RTO | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Road Tax | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Insurance (est.) | ₹3,240 | ₹3,360 |
| Other Charges (est.) | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| Total On-Road Price | ₹1,19,740 | ₹1,23,860 |
Estimated for Delhi, Delhi — confirm with your dealer. Ex-showroom price, registration, road tax, and insurance all vary by city.
EMI Calculator
Loan amount: ₹95,792
Monthly EMI
₹2,012
Total Interest
₹24,917
Total Cost
₹1,44,657
Battery
| Specification | C12i Max | Chetak C3001 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 2.7 kWh | 3 kWh |
| Range | 123 km | 127 km |
Charging
| Specification | C12i Max | Chetak C3001 |
|---|---|---|
| AC Home Charging (full) | 4.7 hr | 3.7 hr(winner) |
Performance
| Specification | C12i Max | Chetak C3001 |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Not available | 3.1 kW |
| Top Speed | 60 km/h | 70 km/h(winner) |
| Motor Type | Not available | PMSM |
Ownership Cost
Estimated cost of owning each vehicle — some categories (maintenance, resale) have no reliable published data yet and are shown honestly rather than guessed.
| Component | C12i Max | Chetak C3001 |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Charging Cost (est.) | ₹1,580 | ₹1,701 |
| Annual Insurance (est.) | ₹3,240 | ₹3,360 |
| Road Tax / Registration, Delhi (est.) | ₹0 | ₹0 |
| Annual Maintenance | Not available | Not available |
| Service Cost | Not available | Not available |
| Battery Replacement Estimate | Not available | Not available |
| Battery Warranty | Not available | Not available |
| Resale Value Estimate | Not available | Not available |
| 5-Year Cost (on-road + charging + insurance est.) | ₹1,40,602 | ₹1,45,804 |
Running Cost
Adjust the inputs below to estimate your own monthly and yearly running cost.
Charging Cost Calculator
Estimated — assumes ₹15/unit for public charging and ₹105/₹92 per litre for petrol/diesel.
Monthly Cost
₹162
Yearly Cost
₹1,946
Savings vs Petrol / yr
₹19,054
Savings vs Diesel / yr
₹16,454
Dimensions
| Specification | C12i Max | Chetak C3001 |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | Not available | 1355 mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 168 mm |
| Boot Space | Not available | 35 L |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Not available | Single-sided leading link / Monoshock |
| Brakes (Front / Rear) | Not available | drum / drum |
Safety
Features
Warranty
Colours
Available colour options — swatches only, no manufacturer imagery.
C12i Max
Black
Chetak C3001
Racing Red
Pros & Cons
Pros are each model's own highlights; cons are computed, factual losses against the other compared vehicles.
C12i Max
Pros
- 123 km claimed range
- 2.5 kW motor with 105 Nm torque
- CAN-enabled battery management
Cons
- Lower range than the Chetak C3001
- Lower top speed than the Chetak C3001
- Higher ac home charging (full) than the Chetak C3001
Chetak C3001
Pros
- Replaces the older Chetak 2903 in Bajaj's lineup
- 127 km claimed range
- Entry point into the C35-derived platform
Cons
- Higher ex-showroom (starting) than the C12i Max
Expert Verdict
A neutral summary generated from the categories each vehicle actually leads on above — not editorial opinion.
C12i Max
The C12i Max leads on ex-showroom (starting). It also has the lowest starting price among the vehicles compared. Best suited for buyers who prioritize ex-showroom (starting) over the alternatives here.
Chetak C3001
The Chetak C3001 leads on range, top speed, ac home charging (full). Best suited for buyers who prioritize range over the alternatives here.
Ratings
Scored relative to the vehicles in this comparison (0-10) — not an absolute or editorial rating.
C12i Max
Overall
Performance
Charging
Comfort
Not enough data
Technology
Not enough data
Safety
Not enough data
Value
Ownership
Chetak C3001
Overall
Performance
Charging
Comfort
Not enough data
Technology
Not enough data
Safety
Not enough data
Value
Ownership
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Frequently Asked Questions
C12i Max
Chetak C3001
Quick Verdict
- Best ValueC12i Max
- Longest RangeChetak C3001
- Lowest Running CostC12i Max
- Editor's PickChetak C3001
Quick Verdict
- Best ValueC12i Max
- Longest RangeChetak C3001
- Lowest Running CostC12i Max
- Editor's PickChetak C3001
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