Vlektra Retro vs Metro E8S PRO vs Crown Electric Flash Pro vs United Electric Sharp
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
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Vlektra Retro
Retro
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Metro E8S PRO
Metro E8S PRO
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Crown Electric Flash Pro
Crown Electric Flash Pro
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United Electric Sharp
United Electric Sharp
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 279,000 | Rs 330,000 | Rs 325,000 | Rs 340,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | 2.74 kWh | 4.42 kWh | 2.5 kWh |
| Electric range | 80 km | 125 km | — | 100 km |
| Electric motor power | 1.5 kW | 2 kW | 2 kW | 1 kW |
| Charging time | 2.5 hours | 4-5 hours | — | 5.0 Hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 24Ah (voltage not stated) | 72V 38Ah | 73.6V 60Ah | — |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 70 km/h | 65 km/h | — | 55 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm | — | 1780 x 690 x 1150 mm |
| Frame | — | — | — | Steel |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Rear suspension | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Dry weight | — | — | 110 kg | 90 kg |
| Seat height | — | 740 mm | — | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 140 mm | — | 120 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1272 mm | — | 1320 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Drum / dual-piston caliper disc | Front disc / Rear disc | — | — |
| Tyre size | Front 2.75/18; rear 90/90-17 | 90/80-12 Tubeless | 90/90-12 front, 120/70-10 rear | 3.50-10 |
| Warranty | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | Motor & battery: 18 months or 20,000 km | 4 years / 48,000 km LFP battery; 3 years / 36,000 km motor & controller (repairable warranty); 1 year / 12,000 km body parts | Battery: 1 year |
| Colours | — | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | — | Light Silver, Red |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Rear disc brake | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | Yes | No | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Self start | No | Yes | No | No |
| Digital speedometer | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | No | 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 | No | No |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | Yes | No | No |
| Reverse assist | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | No | Yes | No | No |
| Fast charger included | No | Yes | No | No |
| Riding range display | No | Yes | No | No |
| Other | ||||
| 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 |
| NFC Unlock | No | No | Yes | No |
| Remote alarm | No | No | Yes | No |
| 4 riding modes | No | No | Yes | No |
| USB port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Digital dashboard with cruise control | No | No | Yes | No |
| Side stand sensor | No | No | Yes | No |
| TOUGHGUARD (complimentary company gift) | No | No | Yes | No |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 5.5/10 | 6.5/10 |
Vlektra Retro vs Metro E8S PRO vs Crown Electric Flash Pro vs United Electric Sharp: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Crown Electric Flash Pro and United Electric Sharp?
The Vlektra Retro is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Vlektra Retro from Rs 279,000, the Crown Electric Flash Pro from Rs 325,000, the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000 and the United Electric Sharp from Rs 340,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Crown Electric Flash Pro and United Electric Sharp?
The Metro E8S PRO goes furthest on electricity (Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; United Electric Sharp: 100 km; Vlektra Retro: 80 km).
Which is more powerful, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Crown Electric Flash Pro and United Electric Sharp?
They are closely matched (Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; Crown Electric Flash Pro: 3 hp; Vlektra Retro: 2 hp; United Electric Sharp: 1 hp).
Which has more safety features, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Crown Electric Flash Pro and United Electric Sharp?
The Vlektra Retro has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro E8S PRO has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features, the Crown Electric Flash Pro has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features and the United Electric Sharp 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, Metro E8S PRO, Crown Electric Flash Pro and United Electric Sharp 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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