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Vlektra Retro vs Metro E8S PRO vs Yadea Velax vs Horwin SK1
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| Specification |
Vlektra Retro
Retro
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Metro E8S PRO
Metro E8S PRO
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Yadea Velax
Velax
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Horwin SK1
SK1
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 279,000 | Rs 330,000 | Rs 444,000 | Rs 434,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | 2.74 kWh | — | — |
| Electric range | 80 km | 125 km | 85 km | 90 km |
| Electric motor power | 1.5 kW | 2 kW | 2 kW | 2 kW |
| Charging time | 2.5 hours | 4-5 hours | 6-7 hours | 4 to 6 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 24Ah (voltage not stated) | 72V 38Ah | 72V 30Ah LFP | 72V / 36Ah |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 70 km/h | 65 km/h | 65 km/h | 55 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1839 x 710 x 1165 mm | — | — |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Rear suspension | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | Hydraulic | — | — |
| Seat height | — | 740 mm | — | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 140 mm | — | 155 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | 1272 mm | — | 1360 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Drum / dual-piston caliper disc | Front disc / Rear disc | — | Disc brakes |
| Tyre size | Front 2.75/18; rear 90/90-17 | 90/80-12 Tubeless | 14-inch 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 | Battery pack replacement: 4 years or 50,000 km | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) |
| Colours | — | Blue, Grey, Silver, White | Grey, Blue, Black | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | Yes | No | No | No |
| Front disc brake | No | 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 | No | Yes |
| Tubeless tyres | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | Yes | No | No |
| Reverse assist | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| 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 |
| EasyGO keyless unlocking | No | No | Yes | No |
| ECO drive mode and intelligent energy management controller | No | No | Yes | No |
| GPS tracking with alarm | No | No | No | Yes |
| LCD display | No | No | No | Yes |
| Tailstock and windscreen | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 7.4/10 | 6.6/10 |
Vlektra Retro vs Metro E8S PRO vs Yadea Velax vs Horwin SK1: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Yadea Velax and Horwin SK1?
The Vlektra Retro is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Vlektra Retro from Rs 279,000, the Metro E8S PRO from Rs 330,000, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000 and the Yadea Velax from Rs 444,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Yadea Velax and Horwin SK1?
The Metro E8S PRO goes furthest on electricity (Metro E8S PRO: 125 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Yadea Velax: 85 km; Vlektra Retro: 80 km).
Which is more powerful, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Yadea Velax and Horwin SK1?
They are closely matched (Metro E8S PRO: 3 hp; Yadea Velax: 3 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Vlektra Retro: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Vlektra Retro, Metro E8S PRO, Yadea Velax and Horwin SK1?
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 Yadea Velax has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Horwin SK1 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, Yadea Velax and Horwin SK1 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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