Vlektra Retro vs Honda ICON e:
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| Specification |
Vlektra Retro
Retro
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Honda ICON e:
ICON e:
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| Price | |||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 279,000 | Rs 419,900 | |
| Powertrain | |||
| Type | Electric | Electric | |
| Battery & charging | |||
| Battery | — | 1.47 kWh | |
| Electric range | 80 km | 53 km | |
| Electric motor power | 1.5 kW | 1.81 kW | |
| Charging time | 2.5 hours | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) | |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 24Ah (voltage not stated) | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion | |
| Performance & drive | |||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h | 55 km/h | |
| Size & practicality | |||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm | |
| Engine type | — | In-wheel brushless electric motor | |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | — | |
| Rear suspension | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | — | |
| Dry weight | — | 89 kg | |
| Seat height | — | 742 mm | |
| Ground clearance | — | 132 mm | |
| Wheelbase | — | 1298 mm | |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Drum / dual-piston caliper disc | — | |
| Tyre size | Front 2.75/18; rear 90/90-17 | — | |
| Warranty | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | — | |
| Colours | — | White, Black, Red | |
| Safety | |||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | Yes | No | |
| Rear disc brake | Yes | No | |
| Comfort & convenience | |||
| Digital speedometer | Yes | No | |
| Lighting | |||
| LED headlight | Yes | No | |
| LED tail light | Yes | No | |
| LED indicators | Yes | No | |
| Daytime running light | Yes | No | |
| Engine & performance | |||
| Riding modes | Yes | No | |
| Electric | |||
| Reverse assist | Yes | No | |
| Battery level indicator | No | Yes | |
| Verdict | |||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.8/10 | |
Vlektra Retro vs Honda ICON e:: quick answers
Which is cheaper, the Vlektra Retro or the Honda ICON e:?
The Vlektra Retro is cheaper. It starts at Rs 279,000 ex-factory, Rs 140,900 less than the Honda ICON e:, which starts at Rs 419,900.
Which has the longer electric range, the Vlektra Retro or the Honda ICON e:?
The Vlektra Retro goes furthest on electricity (Vlektra Retro: 80 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, the Vlektra Retro or the Honda ICON e:?
They are closely matched (Vlektra Retro: 2 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, the Vlektra Retro or the Honda ICON e:?
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 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.
