Honda ICON e: vs Metro E8S PRO vs Vlektra Bolt
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:
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Metro E8S PRO
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Vlektra Bolt
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 419,900 | Rs 330,000 | Rs 549,000 | |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | 1.47 kWh | 2.74 kWh | — | |
| Electric range | 53 km | 125 km | 150 km | |
| Electric motor power | 1.81 kW | 2 kW | 3 kW | |
| Charging time | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) | 4-5 hours | 3.5 hours | |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion | 72V 38Ah | 72V / 38Ah | |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | |
| Top speed | 55 km/h | 65 km/h | 105 km/h | |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm | — | |
| Engine type | In-wheel brushless electric motor | — | — | |
| Front suspension | — | Hydraulic | Upside-down fork | |
| Rear suspension | — | Hydraulic | Monoshock | |
| Dry weight | 89 kg | — | — | |
| Seat height | 742 mm | 740 mm | — | |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm | 140 mm | — | |
| Wheelbase | 1298 mm | 1272 mm | — | |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Front disc / Rear disc | Dual-piston caliper disc / dual-piston caliper disc | |
| Tyre size | — | 90/80-12 Tubeless | Front 90/90-17; rear 120/80-16 | |
| Warranty | — | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | |
| Colours | White, Black, Red | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | — | |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | No | No | Yes | |
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | Yes | No | |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | No | Yes | No | |
| Digital speedometer | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | No | |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | No | |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | No | Yes | Yes | |
| LED tail light | No | Yes | Yes | |
| LED indicators | No | No | Yes | |
| Daytime running light | No | No | Yes | |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | Yes | No | |
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Fast charger included | No | Yes | No | |
| Riding range display | No | Yes | No | |
| Other | ||||
| Keyless start | No | Yes | No | |
| Remote unlock | No | Yes | No | |
| Smart colourful digital dashboard | No | Yes | No | |
| 32-litre under-seat storage | No | Yes | No | |
| Energy monitoring meter | No | Yes | No | |
| Low wind-resistant aerodynamic body | No | Yes | No | |
| Bluetooth sound speaker | No | No | Yes | |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 7.5/10 | |
Honda ICON e: vs Metro E8S PRO vs Vlektra Bolt: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Honda ICON e:, Metro E8S PRO and Vlektra Bolt?
The Metro E8S PRO is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000, the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900 and the Vlektra Bolt from Rs 549,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Honda ICON e:, Metro E8S PRO and Vlektra Bolt?
The Vlektra Bolt goes furthest on electricity (Vlektra Bolt: 150 km; Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Honda ICON e:, Metro E8S PRO and Vlektra Bolt?
The Vlektra Bolt is the most powerful (Vlektra Bolt: 4 hp; Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Honda ICON e:, Metro E8S PRO and Vlektra Bolt?
The Honda ICON e: has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro E8S PRO has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features and the Vlektra Bolt has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Honda ICON e:, Metro E8S PRO and Vlektra Bolt 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.
