Yadea Velax vs Metro Thrill Pro vs Horwin EK1 vs Horwin SK1
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 Thrill Pro
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Horwin EK1
EK1
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Horwin SK1
SK1
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 444,000 | Rs 204,000 | Rs 466,000 | Rs 434,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Electric range | 85 km | 110 km | 90 km | 90 km |
| Electric motor power | 2 kW | — | 2 kW | 2 kW |
| Charging time | 6-7 hours | 6 to 7 hours | 4 to 6 hours | 4 to 6 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 72V 30Ah LFP | 72V / 27Ah | 72V / 36Ah | 72V / 36Ah |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 65 km/h | 50 km/h | 55 km/h | 55 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Ground clearance | — | — | 125 mm | 155 mm |
| Wheelbase | — | — | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Disc / Disc | Disc brakes | Disc brakes |
| Tyre size | 14-inch tubeless | 10-inch tubeless 6PR | — | 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) | Standard manufacturer warranty covering key components (terms not published) |
| Colours | Grey, Blue, Black | Black, Grey | Orange, Blue | Silver Orange, Silver Blue, Olive |
| 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 | No | Yes |
| Tubeless tyres | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other | ||||
| EasyGO keyless unlocking | Yes | No | No | No |
| ECO drive mode and intelligent energy management controller | Yes | No | No | No |
| GPS alarm | No | No | Yes | No |
| LED display | No | No | Yes | No |
| Tailstock, backpack and rack | 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 | 7.4/10 | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 |
Yadea Velax vs Metro Thrill Pro vs Horwin EK1 vs Horwin SK1: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Yadea Velax, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1 and Horwin SK1?
The Metro Thrill Pro is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Metro Thrill Pro from Rs 204,000, the Horwin SK1 from Rs 434,000, the Yadea Velax from Rs 444,000 and the Horwin EK1 from Rs 466,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Yadea Velax, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1 and Horwin SK1?
The Metro Thrill Pro NCF goes furthest on electricity (Metro Thrill Pro NCF: 110 km; Horwin EK1: 90 km; Horwin SK1: 90 km; Yadea Velax: 85 km).
Which is more powerful, Yadea Velax, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1 and Horwin SK1?
They are closely matched (Yadea Velax: 3 hp; Horwin EK1: 3 hp; Horwin SK1: 3 hp).
Which has more safety features, Yadea Velax, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1 and Horwin SK1?
The Yadea Velax has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Metro Thrill Pro NCF has 0 airbags and 4 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin EK1 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 Yadea Velax, Metro Thrill Pro, Horwin EK1 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.
