Honda ICON e: vs Horwin EK1 vs Horwin SK1 vs Metro Premium Plus
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
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Honda ICON e:
ICON e:
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Horwin EK1
EK1
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Horwin SK1
SK1
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Metro Premium Plus
Premium Plus
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 419,900 | Rs 466,000 | Rs 434,000 | Rs 335,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | 1.47 kWh | — | — | — |
| Electric range | 53 km | 90 km | 90 km | 100 km |
| Electric motor power | 1.81 kW | 2 kW | 2 kW | — |
| Charging time | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) | 4 to 6 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 4 to 5 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion | 72V / 36Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 76.8V / 30Ah |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 55 km/h | 55 km/h | 55 km/h | 35 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm | — | — | 1790 x 900 x 1640 mm |
| Engine type | In-wheel brushless electric motor | — | — | — |
| Dry weight | 89 kg | — | — | — |
| Seat height | 742 mm | — | — | — |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm | 125 mm | 155 mm | 120 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1298 mm | 1320 mm | 1360 mm | — |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Disc brakes | Disc brakes | Disc / Drum |
| Tyre size | — | — | Front 100/80 R14; rear 120/70 R14 | 3.00-10 6PR tubeless (front and rear) |
| Warranty | — | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Battery and motor 24 months |
| Colours | White, Black, Red | Orange, Blue | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive | Silver, Beige |
| Safety | ||||
| Front disc brake | No | No | No | Yes |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | No | No | Yes |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| USB charging port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | No | No | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | No | No | No |
| Other | ||||
| GPS alarm | No | Yes | No | No |
| LED display | No | Yes | No | No |
| Tailstock, backpack and rack | No | Yes | No | No |
| GPS tracking with alarm | No | No | Yes | No |
| LCD display | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tailstock and windscreen | No | No | Yes | No |
| NFC | No | No | No | Yes |
| Remote control | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | 5.9/10 |
Honda ICON e: vs Horwin EK1 vs Horwin SK1 vs Metro Premium Plus: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Metro Premium Plus?
The Metro Premium Plus is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro Premium Plus from Rs 335,000, the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000 and the Horwin EK1 from Rs 466,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Metro Premium Plus?
The Metro Premium Plus goes furthest on electricity (Metro Premium Plus: 100 km; Horwin EK1: 90 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Metro Premium Plus?
They are closely matched (Horwin EK1: 3 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Metro Premium Plus?
The Honda ICON e: has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin EK1 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin SK1 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Metro Premium Plus has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Metro Premium Plus prices the same across Pakistan?
Yes. Ex-factory prices are set by the manufacturers and are the same in Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala and every other city. Only registration and token tax differ by province.
