Horwin QBB5 vs Metro E8S Mountain Climber vs Horwin SK1 vs Yadea Velax
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
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Horwin QBB5
QBB5
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Metro E8S Mountain Climber
E8S Mountain Climber
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Horwin SK1
SK1
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Yadea Velax
Velax
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 499,000 | Rs 265,000 | Rs 434,000 | Rs 444,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | 2.74 kWh | — | — |
| Electric range | 90 km | 125 km | 90 km | 85 km |
| Electric motor power | 4.5 kW | — | 2 kW | 2 kW |
| Charging time | 4 to 6 hours | 6 to 7 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 6-7 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | — | 72V / 38Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 72V 30Ah LFP |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 90 km/h | 60 km/h | 55 km/h | 65 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1900 x 720 x 1080 mm | — | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 145 mm | 155 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | — | — | 1360 mm | — |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Disc / Disc | Disc brakes | — |
| Tyre size | — | 90/90-12 (front) / 100/80-12 (rear), tubeless | Front 100/80 R14; rear 120/70 R14 | 14-inch tubeless |
| Warranty | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Battery and motor 24 months | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Battery pack replacement: 4 years or 50,000 km |
| Colours | Blue, Black | Red, Grey | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive | Grey, Blue, Black |
| Safety | ||||
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | No | No |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | No | No |
| Side-stand engine cut-off | No | Yes | No | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| USB charging port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Other | ||||
| NFC | No | Yes | No | No |
| Traction control system | No | Yes | No | No |
| Cruise control | No | Yes | No | No |
| Electronic seat unlock | No | Yes | No | No |
| Driver seat sensor | 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 |
| EasyGO keyless unlocking | No | No | No | Yes |
| ECO drive mode and intelligent energy management controller | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.5/10 | 7.1/10 | 6.6/10 | 7.4/10 |
Horwin QBB5 vs Metro E8S Mountain Climber vs Horwin SK1 vs Yadea Velax: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S Mountain Climber, Horwin SK1 and Yadea Velax?
The Metro E8S Mountain Climber is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro E8S Mountain Climber from Rs 265,000, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000, the Yadea Velax from Rs 444,000 and the Horwin QBB5 from Rs 499,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S Mountain Climber, Horwin SK1 and Yadea Velax?
The Metro E8S Mountain Climber goes furthest on electricity (Metro E8S Mountain Climber: 125 km; Horwin QBB5: 90 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Yadea Velax: 85 km).
Which is more powerful, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S Mountain Climber, Horwin SK1 and Yadea Velax?
The Horwin QBB5 is the most powerful (Horwin QBB5: 6 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Yadea Velax: 3 hp).
Which has more safety features, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S Mountain Climber, Horwin SK1 and Yadea Velax?
The Horwin QBB5 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro E8S Mountain Climber has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin SK1 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Yadea Velax has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S Mountain Climber, Horwin SK1 and Yadea Velax 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.
