Metro Thrill Pro vs Horwin EK1 vs Horwin SK1 vs Honda ICON e:
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
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Metro Thrill Pro
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Horwin EK1
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Horwin SK1
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Honda ICON e:
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 204,000 | Rs 466,000 | Rs 434,000 | Rs 419,900 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | — | — | 1.47 kWh |
| Electric range | 110 km | 90 km | 90 km | 53 km |
| Electric motor power | — | 2 kW | 2 kW | 1.81 kW |
| Charging time | 6 to 7 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 72V / 27Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 50 km/h | 55 km/h | 55 km/h | 55 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | — | — | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm |
| Engine type | — | — | — | In-wheel brushless electric motor |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | 89 kg |
| Seat height | — | — | — | 742 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 125 mm | 155 mm | 132 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1320 mm | 1360 mm | 1298 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Disc / Disc | Disc brakes | Disc brakes | — |
| Tyre size | 10-inch tubeless 6PR | — | Front 100/80 R14; rear 120/70 R14 | — |
| Warranty | NCF: battery 24 months; LFP: battery 36 months; motor 24 months | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | — |
| Colours | Black, Grey | Orange, Blue | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive | White, Black, Red |
| Safety | ||||
| Front disc brake | Yes | No | No | No |
| Rear disc brake | Yes | No | No | No |
| Side-stand engine cut-off | Yes | No | No | No |
| Anti-theft alarm | Yes | No | No | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| USB charging port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | Yes | No | No | No |
| Alloy wheels | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | No | No | No | Yes |
| Other | ||||
| GPS alarm | No | Yes | No | No |
| LED display | No | Yes | No | No |
| Tailstock, backpack and rack | 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 |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 |
Metro Thrill Pro vs Horwin EK1 vs Horwin SK1 vs Honda ICON e:: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro Thrill Pro is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro Thrill Pro from Rs 204,000, the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000 and the Horwin EK1 from Rs 466,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro Thrill Pro NCF goes furthest on electricity (Metro Thrill Pro NCF: 110 km; Horwin EK1: 90 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
They are closely matched (Horwin EK1: 3 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro Thrill Pro NCF has 0 airbags and 4 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin EK1 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin SK1 has 0 airbags and 0 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 Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1, Horwin SK1 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.
