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Metro E8S PRO vs Vlektra Retro vs Honda ICON e:
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Metro E8S PRO
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 330,000 | Rs 279,000 | Rs 419,900 | |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | 2.74 kWh | — | 1.47 kWh | |
| Electric range | 125 km | 80 km | 53 km | |
| Electric motor power | 2 kW | 1.5 kW | 1.81 kW | |
| Charging time | 4-5 hours | 2.5 hours | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) | |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 72V 38Ah | 24Ah (voltage not stated) | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion | |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | |
| Top speed | 65 km/h | 70 km/h | 55 km/h | |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm | — | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm | |
| Engine type | — | — | In-wheel brushless electric motor | |
| Front suspension | Hydraulic | Telescopic forks | — | |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | — | |
| Dry weight | — | — | 89 kg | |
| Seat height | 740 mm | — | 742 mm | |
| Ground clearance | 140 mm | — | 132 mm | |
| Wheelbase | 1272 mm | — | 1298 mm | |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Front disc / Rear disc | Drum / dual-piston caliper disc | — | |
| Tyre size | 90/80-12 Tubeless | Front 2.75/18; rear 90/90-17 | — | |
| Warranty | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | — | |
| Colours | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | — | White, Black, Red | |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | No | Yes | No | |
| Front disc brake | Yes | No | No | |
| Rear disc brake | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | No | No | |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | Yes | No | No | |
| Digital speedometer | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Tubeless tyres | Yes | No | No | |
| Alloy wheels | Yes | No | No | |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | Yes | Yes | No | |
| LED tail light | Yes | Yes | No | |
| LED indicators | No | Yes | No | |
| Daytime running light | No | Yes | No | |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | Yes | No | No | |
| Reverse assist | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | No | Yes | |
| Fast charger included | Yes | No | No | |
| Riding range display | Yes | No | No | |
| Other | ||||
| Keyless start | Yes | No | No | |
| Remote unlock | Yes | No | No | |
| Smart colourful digital dashboard | Yes | No | No | |
| 32-litre under-seat storage | Yes | No | No | |
| Energy monitoring meter | Yes | No | No | |
| Low wind-resistant aerodynamic body | Yes | No | No | |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Metro E8S PRO vs Vlektra Retro vs Honda ICON e:: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Metro E8S PRO, Vlektra Retro and Honda ICON e:?
The Vlektra Retro is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Vlektra Retro from Rs 279,000, the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000 and the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900.
Which has the longer electric range, Metro E8S PRO, Vlektra Retro and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro E8S PRO goes furthest on electricity (Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; Vlektra Retro: 80 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Metro E8S PRO, Vlektra Retro and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro E8S PRO is the most powerful (Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; Vlektra Retro: 2 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Metro E8S PRO, Vlektra Retro and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro E8S PRO has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features, the Vlektra Retro has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features and the Honda ICON e: 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 Metro E8S PRO, Vlektra Retro and Honda ICON e: 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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