Yadea Velax vs Metro Metrix 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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Yadea Velax
Velax
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Metro Metrix
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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 444,000 | Rs 250,000 | Rs 434,000 | Rs 419,900 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | — | 2.74 kWh | — | 1.47 kWh |
| Electric range | 85 km | 115 km | 90 km | 53 km |
| Electric motor power | 2 kW | — | 2 kW | 1.81 kW |
| Charging time | 6-7 hours | 6 to 7 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 72V 30Ah LFP | 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 | 65 km/h | 65 km/h | 55 km/h | 55 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1910 x 720 x 1210 mm | — | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm |
| Engine type | — | — | — | In-wheel brushless electric motor |
| Dry weight | — | — | — | 89 kg |
| Seat height | — | — | — | 742 mm |
| Ground clearance | — | 163 mm | 155 mm | 132 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | — | 1360 mm | 1298 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Disc / Disc | Disc brakes | — |
| Tyre size | 14-inch tubeless | 12-inch tubeless | Front 100/80 R14; rear 120/70 R14 | — |
| Warranty | Battery pack replacement: 4 years or 50,000 km | NCF: battery 24 months; LFP: battery 36 months; motor 24 months | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) | — |
| Colours | Grey, Blue, Black | Black, Silver, Orange | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive | White, Black, Red |
| Safety | ||||
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | No | No |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | No | No |
| Side-stand engine cut-off | No | Yes | No | No |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | Yes | No | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| USB charging port | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tubeless tyres | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | No | No | No | Yes |
| Other | ||||
| EasyGO keyless unlocking | Yes | No | No | No |
| ECO drive mode and intelligent energy management controller | Yes | No | No | No |
| NFC | No | Yes | No | No |
| Cruise control | No | Yes | No | No |
| Under-seat storage | 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 | 7.4/10 | 7.3/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.8/10 |
Yadea Velax vs Metro Metrix vs Horwin SK1 vs Honda ICON e:: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Yadea Velax, Metro Metrix, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro Metrix is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro Metrix from Rs 250,000, the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000 and the Yadea Velax from Rs 444,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Yadea Velax, Metro Metrix, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Metro Metrix NCF goes furthest on electricity (Metro Metrix NCF: 115 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Yadea Velax: 85 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Yadea Velax, Metro Metrix, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
They are closely matched (Yadea Velax: 3 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Yadea Velax, Metro Metrix, Horwin SK1 and Honda ICON e:?
The Yadea Velax has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro Metrix NCF has 0 airbags and 4 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 Yadea Velax, Metro Metrix, 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.
