Jolta Sparrow vs Horwin QBB5 vs Metro E8S PRO vs Suzuki GSX 125
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Jolta Sparrow
Sparrow
Remove
|
Horwin QBB5
QBB5
Remove
|
Metro E8S PRO
Metro E8S PRO
Remove
|
Suzuki GSX 125
GSX 125
Remove
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 120,900 | Rs 499,000 | Rs 330,000 | Rs 504,900 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Petrol |
| Engine | ||||
| Fuel | — | — | — | Petrol |
| Engine | — | — | — | 125 cc |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | — | 2.74 kWh | — |
| Electric range | 25 km | 90 km | 125 km | — |
| Electric motor power | 0.5 kW | 4.5 kW | 2 kW | — |
| Charging time | 6 to 8 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 4-5 hours | — |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 48V / 26Ah | — | 72V 38Ah | — |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Manual |
| Gears | — | — | — | 5 |
| Starting | — | — | — | Self |
| Top speed | 35 km/h | 90 km/h | 65 km/h | — |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | — | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm | 1990 x 755 x 1075 mm |
| Engine type | — | — | — | Single-cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air-cooled |
| Front suspension | — | — | Hydraulic | — |
| Rear suspension | — | — | Hydraulic | — |
| Fuel tank | — | — | — | 14.2 L |
| Seat height | — | — | 740 mm | — |
| Ground clearance | — | — | 140 mm | 167 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | — | 1272 mm | 1270 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Drum / drum | — | Front disc / Rear disc | Hydraulic Disc (portal summary) / Drum (portal summary) |
| Tyre size | — | — | 90/80-12 Tubeless | 2.75-18 Tubeless (portal summary) / 90/90-18 Tubeless (portal summary) |
| Warranty | 20 months (scope not stated) | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km | — |
| Colours | Black | Blue, Black | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | Blue, Red, Black |
| Safety | ||||
| Front disc brake | No | No | Yes | No |
| Rear disc brake | No | No | Yes | No |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Digital speedometer | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | No | Yes | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | No | Yes | No |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | No | No | Yes | No |
| LED tail light | No | No | Yes | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | No | Yes | No |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | No | Yes | No |
| Reverse assist | No | No | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | No | No | Yes | No |
| Fast charger included | No | No | Yes | No |
| Riding range display | No | No | Yes | No |
| Other | ||||
| Pedal assist (electric and pedal) | Yes | No | No | No |
| Keyless start | No | No | Yes | No |
| Remote unlock | No | No | Yes | No |
| Smart colourful digital dashboard | No | No | Yes | No |
| 32-litre under-seat storage | No | No | Yes | No |
| Energy monitoring meter | No | No | Yes | No |
| Low wind-resistant aerodynamic body | No | No | Yes | No |
| Sporty GSX styling with sculpted fuel tank | No | No | No | Yes |
| Cast alloy wheels | No | No | No | Yes |
| Spring hydraulic suspension, front and rear | No | No | No | Yes |
| Contoured seating | No | No | No | Yes |
| Five-speed constant mesh gearbox | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 5.8/10 | 6.5/10 | 6.6/10 | 7.8/10 |
Jolta Sparrow vs Horwin QBB5 vs Metro E8S PRO vs Suzuki GSX 125: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Jolta Sparrow, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO and Suzuki GSX 125?
The Jolta Sparrow is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Jolta Sparrow from Rs 120,900, the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000, the Horwin QBB5 from Rs 499,000 and the Suzuki GSX 125 from Rs 504,900.
Which has the longer electric range, Jolta Sparrow, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO and Suzuki GSX 125?
The Metro E8S PRO goes furthest on electricity (Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; Horwin QBB5: 90 km; Jolta Sparrow: 25 km).
Which is more powerful, Jolta Sparrow, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO and Suzuki GSX 125?
The Horwin QBB5 is the most powerful (Horwin QBB5: 6 hp; Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; Jolta Sparrow: 1 hp).
Which has more safety features, Jolta Sparrow, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO and Suzuki GSX 125?
The Jolta Sparrow has 0 airbags and 1 safety and driver-assistance features, 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 and the Suzuki GSX 125 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 Jolta Sparrow, Horwin QBB5, Metro E8S PRO and Suzuki GSX 125 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.
