Bajaj Qute (2021) - A "car" for R150pm!?

​We get behind the wheel of the compact Bajaj Qute to see what all the fuss is about, whether it really does cost R5 000 and more importantly, what it's like to drive.
First unveiled at the NAMPO agricultural show in 2017, the Bajaj Qute has set social media alight more recently with stories, memes, jokes and videos about this compact little 'car'. The story goes that you can buy it for only R5 000, that it will only cost you R150 per month and that you can insure it for only R1.20.
Naturally, much of this was a lie but that didn't stop the public from becoming positively enthralled by the prospect of a cheap, efficient runabout.
In order to get the truth about this little machine, we grabbed one from TransRevSA to get to the bottom of this story. Watch our video below to see what sort of equipment it offers, what powers the micro-machine and more importantly, what the real cost is.
Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Price
01:18 - Features
01:44 - Interior & Space
02:32 - Equipment
03:14 - Driving Impressions
03:37 - Engine & Drivetrain
05:12 - Fuel Consumption
05:37 - Comfort
06:23 - Verdict

[@mausenpai215]

Ppl call it unsafe but with that much speed what wrong would happen? 😂😂 It is far safer than a motorcycle.

[@akshayk5391]

Better than bike in rain for rural areas

[@krsanjeevbunty]

I agree wid u..atleast a person is safe in raining and UV rays..also can travel wid 4 peoples....its perfect for city purpose..awsm..❣👍

[@carldanelaubscher1489]

Or a taxi

[@catmeme7945]

Agree!

[@arcin1514]

Yes! 👍🏽

[@migueluribe4249]

I just got one. I'm in Mexico. It is the firs one in town and it is so cute, that everybody smiles st it. The most important, is that is a very reliable vehicle. I would say, the most secure motorcycle, confortable with four people aboard and wonderfull to drive under the rain. I can't see any other motorcycle competen with this. 😂😉😁😁😁

[@RespectAllBeings6277]

After the TATA nano production stopped, this came out. Missing you TATA nano. 😞

[@Sandy-b7j]

Nano 🫰🏻♡

[@shiajinn2509]

For a qudracycle, it is a very nice product, i can see food delivery businesses picking it up right away. It's price is something that is bugging me.

[@lynetngwenya6552]

Indeed a vehicle you don't have to buy for yourself, but a good vehicle you invest into

[@abrarN70]

You are the REAL reviewer! Instead of riding the meme trend and making fun of the vehicle, I actually gained knowledge about it. (with every decibel :P) All in all seems a good vehicle for my business or anyone for their first family car. What do you think Chad?

[@Autotradersa]

I would not recommend this as a family car. The safety levels are not suitable and the limited top speed will also limit the distances you will be able to travel with it. For a business, sure, provided you do not intend on using it on the highway. One of the greatest causes of highway accidents is speed variation and the Qute is too slow to utilise a highway safely. [Chad]

[@tonyemraan]

@@Autotradersa In third world country like Bangladesh where highway average speed is around 50 km and government tax is incredibly high for premium cars...qute will be absolutely a best option...

[@majojohny6116]

U r great, ur review is genuine. other KZbinrs, Compared this poor vehicle with BMW , and AUDI,

[@ramdapar5025]

Idol why until now the Bajaj Qute is not available in the Philippine market? you know what more&more Filipinos waiting,Love&wanted to buy&owned the Bajaj Qute. i hope the Bajaj Company or the Indian Goverment will intervene on this matter&convince our Philippine Goverment to launch this very beautiful,tough&hightech auto mobile ASAP Idol🙂

[@clivesgarage]

Great review/er. Love it. Thank you.

[@satyasiddhamishra4950]

It is good for narrow and dense streets where traffic moves at a snail pace. It is an alternative to a rickshaw that's it.

[@nadeemaley]

Tata Nano was best ! In price and in specification also!

[@41omkarvedpathak57]

Actually price half of qute and specs is more than qute we miss tata nano nao❤️

[@BlackMamba-lt8oe]

i have seen the Nano burn on roads its still better 😂😂😂😂

[@morneschaap2944]

Great review! Thanks so much. :)

[@mziwendukuntsele671]

Now imagine something similar but modern & electric. That'll be a fantastic last-mile vehicle.

[@Adrianlovesmusic]

You mean a smart car? But electric

[@mziwendukuntsele671]

@@Adrianlovesmusic Maybe.

[@Heisenberg2K]

Finally a very professional review.

[@upalikatukurunda3901]

Beautiful small car. Please send them to SriLanka market. Good business could be done here. People will like them very much. Hope to hear from you very soon.

[@JarrydJunkin]

Good detailed review. I agree it is only good for businesses like Takealot, food transport and other short-distance driving. For personal transport, rather get a second hand car

[@fwefhwe4232]

why ?

[@Namasteglez]

Wonderful. I want it so much!

[@apk-aluva]

I like the vehicle but some thing is missing in the design... Ofcourse It's compact lightweight easy to use... but I think Bajaj should re-design it so that the vehicle will look modern if they did it I think this Vehicle will be huge success not only in India market it will conquer the world market....... definitely

[@RHONTV88]

Need this for the Philippines people

[@anitathakur9340]

People need it in cities not big suvs

[@petersmith2487]

Very good review. Tell me, what is the legal difference between a car and quadcycle (if that is what it is) and what difference does it make? I assume, for one thing, that it is not permitted to drive on a freeway. And as an aside, what are the rules wrt quadbikes and other alternate modes of 4-wheeled transport?

[@Autotradersa]

The current laws do not make a clear distinction as to what quantifies the Bajaj as a quadricycle. Three-wheelers (Tuk-Tuks) use motorcycle controls and that separates them from regular cars. The Qute has car-like controls for the most part and we believe the classification comes from the SABS homologation process, rather than eNatis. The only stipulation is the engine displacement for highway use, which has to be greater than 125cc in order to be legal for highway use. [Chad]

[@rsajay6256]

Dude, this thing is epic. Like a Tuc Tuc, but better. Wonder if a KTM 890 motor will fit in back there for shits and giggles LOL

[@-0zone492]

if you could fit 600 cc motor on normal tuk tuk I don't see any reason why you could not put ktm 890 motor on this quadricycle plus a guy in the youtube channel named colinfurze did put 600 cc motor on his ordinary tuk tuk along with some ak47 automatic shooting gun just to live his far cry dream in real life

[@lyimoej7198]

Waiting for tvs from india to do the same little cute tiny car

[@AbdulNarayanDsoza]

TATA NANO was there in same price but unfortunately now production is suspended. it was a real car

[@BlackMamba-lt8oe]

looks like u didnt see it burn on road

[@Dragon-se1rx]

It sells for R40 000 in india

[@upalikatukurunda3901]

Please tell how & from Where a mini car bajaj cute could be bought in Colombo SriLanka.

[@divinewind6313]

75000 rand is around 4 lakhs Indian Rupees....cars are really expensive in RSA🤔

[@rolsonvas7122]

Alto cost around 4 lakh..

[@divinewind6313]

@@rolsonvas7122 Alto is technically a car and is much more refined, comfortable, spacious not to say powerful than qute. Also I believe base version of alto starts at 3 lakhs.

[@xyz5498]

I think alto will cost around 8lak in rsa....

[@Autotradersa]

Quite correct; the cheapest actual car in RSA is the Suzuki S-Presso which costs approximately 8 lakh when converted. [Chad]

[@rezanurrohman5979]

in indonesia price for qute is skyrocketing,, hey how about modification? any crazy modification for qute in your area?

[@jukestv4873]

when will this available in the Philippines?

[@Amal636__]

Honest Review!!❤️

[@fakrus8472]

Make it electric and we have a winner!

[@jasperdomacena6491]

it would be more convenient to have a tiny 220cc engine rather than an Electric Motor filling up the fuel tank takes no more than a minute as the batteries on an EV would take hours.

[@kaptainkatz318]

It comes with 250 cc engine of bajaj motorcycle i think. Bajaj can make engine with more displacement. Because they have collaboration with Husqvarna, KTM and Kawasaki. In India above motorcycle are produced by Bajaj.

[@petrusswanepoel850]

We reside in the Nelspruit region and find it impossible to have constructive communication with the importer / dealer. Wesbank have already pre-approved my finance for Bajaj. The numbers and e-mail address on their website does not work / or no response.

[@makmax.313]

Faster, safer, comfortable and good luggage carrier compare to scooter... that it ..what more u want but it should be electric 🥰👍👍👍👍👍

[@cutypie..saanvi5854]

Odisaa me Kab lunch hoga ?

[@cptech7879]

Where can I get one in usa?

[@rushymoto]

first day at work as a car jornalist

[@Autotradersa]

🤣 Can't let them loose with the expensive stuff, now can we!?

[@MARIVICRENATO]

How much the coast

[@ClarissaVisser-ok8mo]

How much does it cost to full up the petrol ?

[@arvindh3525]

Best vehicle worldwide especially in cities and towns

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Good

[@nestortongalan2399]

how much is the cost

[@lucky_91BG]

My experience being a cab driver from india . @4.51 love the real reaction 🤣

[@ramelmantilla5677]

Bajaj qute is OK.. But I think hve a little bit problem Coz of right hand drive

[@bnm3758]

One litter petrol ,how many km can go

[@MARIVICRENATO]

Availble in Philippines

[@sibongilemasango229]

How much per month

[@bharatmatakijai365]

Dont take it as sound full stuff take it as supercar noise 🤣

[@lebohangkali1294]

I want to know this is true about the installment price like R150 per month

[@Autotradersa]

No, this is not true. We discuss it in the video.

[@parthadas4026]

The engine is from pulsar 220F

[@gilbertos1984]

I would so buy one if they sold it here in the US

[@larrysouthafrica1474]

Brilliant for what it's designed for. I would buy one second hand,and dump an old "thumper motor in it,500cc.😉

[@-0zone492]

you can do that 👍😉👍 it is possible

[@user-rg6gv2kn3s]

Traigan a la Argentina urgente gracias increíble genial fantástico vengan ya urgente gracias por favor gracias

[@Tayeedz1]

This needs a cone filter

[@tiezon-topic]

Also engine reboring👌

[@paddaboi_]

SR20VE swap watan

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Very good traveling recycle moterback 2021 year,s

[@AtangAtang-cm8gl]

When will be available in india

[@41omkarvedpathak57]

@Kishlay Anand no banned by gov within week because of government norms

[@RespectAllBeings6277]

Before TATA nano, Bajaj was planning to launch, but due to heavy competition of nano Bajaj didn't produce this it seems. Now after the termination of nano production Bajaj launched in India, but couldn't capture the market. kzbin.info/www/bejne/eXm2mJ6Co6eff7M

[@Huwadwink]

Bajaj should just have placed the steering wheel on the middle or center.

[@komododragontrades]

YOU CAN REALLY REVIEW myman

[@letitbe3625]

Best for ola uber taxi amazon delivery❤

[@bonolonigo5585]

I get it now, I'm gonna buy it and break it apart and only use its engine,wheels, lights and build me a small sports car 😂,

[@yurnylaguna9354]

Exporten a latino América en especial al Perú seria el auto popular siempre i cuando no se especule el precio con la demanda donde su precio se llega a triplicar...

[@williamdefortier8205]

is it allowed on a highway ?

[@Autotradersa]

Unfortunately, it is, in most cases. South African laws only regulate the minimum capacity for the engine, that of 125cc. This means that the 218cc Bajaj Qute is theoretically allowed on highways where a minimum speed limit isn't enforced (some highways will stipulate the minimum speed). However, taking the Qute on a highway will be a hazard to all motorists and extremely unsafe. It was never intended for highway use. [Chad]

[@ismailkolia7079]

Think the trucks will blow it away

[@victordag-uman869]

How much?

[@Autotradersa]

As stated in the video, at the time of filming, the price was R75 000. It's best to contact AfricaBajaj.com for current pricing.

[@barbaratroha7398]

Price in US dollars please

[@Autotradersa]

That would be approximately $5440 at the current exchange rate. [Chad]

[@mkanwarbiswas2246]

good car

[@rtsurname8734]

No speed tickets😂

[@mavisjolingana9997]

I can accept like car Bajaj Qute good

[@manibhaiprajapati6508]

2021model prise

[@Autotradersa]

As stated in the video, at the time of filming, the price was R75 000. It's best to contact AfricaBajaj.com for current pricing.

[@deriquelaurens437]

Cutest tuk-tuk ever!!!

[@lyimoej7198]

Just like a bajaji maxima tricycle

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Nadir sub

[@pornokid333]

even this car has four wheel nuts....Renault take note.

[@user-xf5jg1bw7h]

Hy

[@exoticunboxingandgaming]

Parts way you gate

[@rajbeersinghthind9561]

गाडी के हिसाब से कीमत बहुत ज्यादा है

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Trailing

[@vajakereselidze1116]

syper gar

[@ravidul1849]

Tata Nano is better than this and it’s not safe at all uncomfortable to drive

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Pakistan

[@jagero78]

eye layk ds

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Woman and girl,s car 🚗🚨 address sachal village from Karachi Pakistan sindh area,s

[@tiezon-topic]

I'd rather buy a second hand vw polo👌👌

[@xyxdpeoplenewagartalavlog7658]

I am a youtuber

[@vpanday1977]

Gooday Chad blesswhat. Youdo halve nice beard and the car is small. Ido wish to have a cigarette Will you join me wecan speak on cars and suchwhat or elsewhat you wish to. Thangs for your time.

[@harshavardhannayaka6257]

This is a flop in India because of price (3 lakhs)

[@mausenpai215]

Illegal as well.

[@exoticunboxingandgaming]

Please don't wast your money to buy this may advice

[@lorenzowillemse422]

Why not buy a secondhand car for that price 🧑🏿‍🦯

[@mikemierspadios7036]

If you're a business minded. Better to buy slow cars with low maintenance and good fuel consumption. Compare that to a regular car you'll spend more when it comes to the maintenance and gas in the long run, which is a lot when you cumpute it. Plus quad cars are less complicated and you can be your own mechanic, unlike real cars you really some professionals to work on it adding some cost.

[@mikemierspadios7036]

But if you're just like the rest of everybody who just want to spend spend . Go on buy what you want.

[@nadirabbasi8030]

Good