Yadea T5 vs Vlektra Retro vs Metro Metrix
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
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Yadea T5
T5
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Vlektra Retro
Retro
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Metro Metrix
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 253,500 | Rs 279,000 | Rs 250,000 | |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | — | 2.74 kWh | |
| Electric range | 85 km | 80 km | 115 km | |
| Electric motor power | 1.2 kW | 1.5 kW | — | |
| Charging time | 5-6 hours | 2.5 hours | 6 to 7 hours | |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 72V 25Ah graphene | 24Ah (voltage not stated) | 72V / 38Ah | |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | |
| Top speed | 57 km/h | 70 km/h | 65 km/h | |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1780 × 700 × 1180 mm | — | 1910 x 720 x 1210 mm | |
| Front suspension | — | Telescopic forks | — | |
| Rear suspension | — | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | — | |
| Ground clearance | 160 mm | — | 163 mm | |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Drum / dual-piston caliper disc | Disc / Disc | |
| Tyre size | Tubeless | Front 2.75/18; rear 90/90-17 | 12-inch tubeless | |
| Warranty | — | 3-year replacement warranty on the battery; 2-year replacement warranty on the motor | NCF: battery 24 months; LFP: battery 36 months; motor 24 months | |
| Colours | Gray, Red, White | — | Black, Silver, Orange | |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | No | Yes | No | |
| Front disc brake | No | No | Yes | |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Side-stand engine cut-off | No | No | Yes | |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | No | Yes | |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Digital speedometer | Yes | Yes | No | |
| Tubeless tyres | Yes | No | Yes | |
| Alloy wheels | No | No | Yes | |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | No | Yes | No | |
| LED tail light | No | Yes | No | |
| LED indicators | No | Yes | No | |
| Daytime running light | No | Yes | No | |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | No | No | |
| Other | ||||
| Auto-dimming LED dashboard | Yes | No | No | |
| NFC | No | No | Yes | |
| Cruise control | No | No | Yes | |
| Under-seat storage | No | No | Yes | |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 7.1/10 | 6.8/10 | 7.3/10 | |
Yadea T5 vs Vlektra Retro vs Metro Metrix: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Yadea T5, Vlektra Retro and Metro Metrix?
The Metro Metrix is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro Metrix from Rs 250,000, the Yadea T5 from Rs 253,500 and the Vlektra Retro from Rs 279,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Yadea T5, Vlektra Retro and Metro Metrix?
The Metro Metrix NCF goes furthest on electricity (Metro Metrix NCF: 115 km; Yadea T5: 85 km; Vlektra Retro: 80 km).
Which is more powerful, Yadea T5, Vlektra Retro and Metro Metrix?
They are closely matched (Yadea T5: 2 hp; Vlektra Retro: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Yadea T5, Vlektra Retro and Metro Metrix?
The Yadea T5 has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Vlektra Retro has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features and the Metro Metrix NCF has 0 airbags and 4 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Yadea T5, Vlektra Retro and Metro Metrix 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.
