United Electric Sharp vs Vlektra Bolt vs Horwin SK1 vs Metro E8S PRO
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
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United Electric Sharp
United Electric Sharp
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Vlektra Bolt
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Horwin SK1
SK1
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Metro E8S PRO
Metro E8S PRO
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 340,000 | Rs 549,000 | Rs 434,000 | Rs 330,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | 2.5 kWh | — | — | 2.74 kWh |
| Electric range | 100 km | 150 km | 90 km | 125 km |
| Electric motor power | 1 kW | 3 kW | 2 kW | 2 kW |
| Charging time | 5.0 Hours | 3.5 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 4-5 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | — | 72V / 38Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 72V 38Ah |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 55 km/h | 105 km/h | 55 km/h | 65 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1780 x 690 x 1150 mm | — | — | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm |
| Frame | Steel | — | — | — |
| Front suspension | — | Upside-down fork | — | Hydraulic |
| Rear suspension | — | Monoshock | — | Hydraulic |
| Dry weight | 90 kg | — | — | — |
| Seat height | — | — | — | 740 mm |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm | — | 155 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1320 mm | — | 1360 mm | 1272 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Dual-piston caliper disc / dual-piston caliper disc | Disc brakes | Front disc / Rear disc |
| Tyre size | 3.50-10 | Front 90/90-17; rear 120/80-16 | Front 100/80 R14; rear 120/70 R14 | 90/80-12 Tubeless |
| Warranty | Battery: 1 year | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km |
| Colours | Light Silver, Red | — | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive | Blue, Grey, Silver, White |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | No | Yes | No | No |
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | No | No | Yes |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | No | No | No | Yes |
| Digital speedometer | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| USB charging port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | No | No | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| LED tail light | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| LED indicators | No | Yes | No | No |
| Daytime running light | No | Yes | No | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | No | No | Yes |
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | No | No | No | Yes |
| Fast charger included | No | No | No | Yes |
| Riding range display | No | No | No | Yes |
| Other | ||||
| Bluetooth sound speaker | 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 |
| Keyless start | No | No | No | Yes |
| Remote unlock | No | No | No | Yes |
| Smart colourful digital dashboard | No | No | No | Yes |
| 32-litre under-seat storage | No | No | No | Yes |
| Energy monitoring meter | No | No | No | Yes |
| Low wind-resistant aerodynamic body | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.5/10 | 7.5/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 |
United Electric Sharp vs Vlektra Bolt vs Horwin SK1 vs Metro E8S PRO: quick answers
Which is cheaper, United Electric Sharp, Vlektra Bolt, Horwin SK1 and Metro E8S PRO?
The Metro E8S PRO is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000, the United Electric Sharp from Rs 340,000, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000 and the Vlektra Bolt from Rs 549,000.
Which has the longer electric range, United Electric Sharp, Vlektra Bolt, Horwin SK1 and Metro E8S PRO?
The Vlektra Bolt goes furthest on electricity (Vlektra Bolt: 150 km; Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; United Electric Sharp: 100 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km).
Which is more powerful, United Electric Sharp, Vlektra Bolt, Horwin SK1 and Metro E8S PRO?
The Vlektra Bolt is the most powerful (Vlektra Bolt: 4 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; United Electric Sharp: 1 hp).
Which has more safety features, United Electric Sharp, Vlektra Bolt, Horwin SK1 and Metro E8S PRO?
The United Electric Sharp has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Vlektra Bolt 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 Metro E8S PRO has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are United Electric Sharp, Vlektra Bolt, Horwin SK1 and Metro E8S PRO 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.
