Horwin QBB5 vs Metro E8S PRO vs United Electric Smart vs Metro Metrix
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 PRO
Metro E8S PRO
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United Electric Smart
United Electric Smart
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Metro Metrix
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 499,000 | Rs 330,000 | Rs 248,000 | Rs 250,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | 2.74 kWh | 2.5 kWh | 2.74 kWh |
| Electric range | 90 km | 125 km | 110 km | 115 km |
| Electric motor power | 4.5 kW | 2 kW | 1 kW | — |
| Charging time | 4 to 6 hours | 4-5 hours | 5.0 Hours | 6 to 7 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | — | 72V 38Ah | — | 72V / 38Ah |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 90 km/h | 65 km/h | 55 km/h | 65 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm | 1780 x 700 x 1180 mm | 1910 x 720 x 1210 mm |
| Frame | — | — | Steel | — |
| Front suspension | — | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Rear suspension | — | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Dry weight | — | — | 70 kg | — |
| Seat height | — | 740 mm | — | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 140 mm | 120 mm | 163 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1272 mm | 1272 mm | — |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Front disc / Rear disc | — | Disc / Disc |
| Tyre size | — | 90/80-12 Tubeless | 90/70 | 12-inch tubeless |
| Warranty | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km | — | NCF: battery 24 months; LFP: battery 36 months; motor 24 months |
| Colours | Blue, Black | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | Black, White | Black, Silver, Orange |
| Safety | ||||
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Side-stand engine cut-off | No | No | No | Yes |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | No | Yes | No | No |
| Digital speedometer | No | Yes | No | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | No | Yes | No | No |
| LED tail light | No | Yes | No | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | Yes | No | No |
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | No | Yes | No | No |
| Fast charger included | No | Yes | No | No |
| Riding range display | No | Yes | No | No |
| Other | ||||
| Keyless start | No | Yes | No | No |
| Remote unlock | No | Yes | No | No |
| Smart colourful digital dashboard | No | Yes | No | No |
| 32-litre under-seat storage | No | Yes | No | No |
| Energy monitoring meter | No | Yes | No | No |
| Low wind-resistant aerodynamic body | No | Yes | No | No |
| NFC | No | No | No | Yes |
| Cruise control | No | No | No | Yes |
| Under-seat storage | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.4/10 | 7.3/10 |
Horwin QBB5 vs Metro E8S PRO vs United Electric Smart vs Metro Metrix: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO, United Electric Smart and Metro Metrix?
The United Electric Smart is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the United Electric Smart from Rs 248,000, the Metro Metrix from Rs 250,000, the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000 and the Horwin QBB5 from Rs 499,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO, United Electric Smart and Metro Metrix?
The Metro E8S PRO goes furthest on electricity (Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; Metro Metrix NCF: 115 km; United Electric Smart: 110 km; Horwin QBB5: 90 km).
Which is more powerful, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO, United Electric Smart and Metro Metrix?
The Horwin QBB5 is the most powerful (Horwin QBB5: 6 hp; Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; United Electric Smart: 1 hp).
Which has more safety features, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO, United Electric Smart and Metro Metrix?
The Horwin QBB5 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro E8S PRO has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features, the United Electric Smart has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Metro Metrix NCF has 0 airbags and 4 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO, United Electric Smart and Metro Metrix 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.
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