Vlektra Bolt vs Metro E8S PRO 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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Vlektra Bolt
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Metro E8S PRO
Metro E8S PRO
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Horwin SK1
SK1
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Honda ICON e:
ICON e:
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 549,000 | Rs 330,000 | Rs 434,000 | Rs 419,900 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | 2.74 kWh | — | 1.47 kWh |
| Electric range | 150 km | 125 km | 90 km | 53 km |
| Electric motor power | 3 kW | 2 kW | 2 kW | 1.81 kW |
| Charging time | 3.5 hours | 4-5 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 72V / 38Ah | 72V 38Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 105 km/h | 65 km/h | 55 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 | Upside-down fork | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Rear suspension | Monoshock | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | 89 kg |
| Seat height | — | 740 mm | — | 742 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 140 mm | 155 mm | 132 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1272 mm | 1360 mm | 1298 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Dual-piston caliper disc / dual-piston caliper disc | Front disc / Rear disc | Disc brakes | — |
| Tyre size | Front 90/90-17; rear 120/80-16 | 90/80-12 Tubeless | Front 100/80 R14; rear 120/70 R14 | — |
| Warranty | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | — |
| Colours | — | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive | White, Black, Red |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | Yes | No | No | No |
| Front disc brake | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Rear disc brake | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | Yes | No | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | No | Yes | No | No |
| Digital speedometer | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| USB charging port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | No | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| LED tail light | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| LED indicators | Yes | No | No | No |
| Daytime running light | Yes | No | No | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | Yes | No | No |
| Reverse assist | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Fast charger included | No | Yes | No | No |
| Riding range display | No | Yes | No | No |
| Other | ||||
| Bluetooth sound speaker | Yes | No | No | No |
| 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 |
| GPS tracking with alarm | No | No | Yes | No |
| LCD display | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tailstock and windscreen | No | No | Yes | No |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 7.5/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 |
Vlektra Bolt vs Metro E8S PRO vs Horwin SK1 vs Honda ICON e:: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Vlektra Bolt, Metro E8S PRO, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro E8S PRO is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000, the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000 and the Vlektra Bolt from Rs 549,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Vlektra Bolt, Metro E8S PRO, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Vlektra Bolt goes furthest on electricity (Vlektra Bolt: 150 km; Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Vlektra Bolt, Metro E8S PRO, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Vlektra Bolt is the most powerful (Vlektra Bolt: 4 hp; Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Vlektra Bolt, Metro E8S PRO, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Vlektra Bolt has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro E8S PRO 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 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 Vlektra Bolt, Metro E8S PRO, 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.
