Honda ICON e: vs Horwin EK1 vs Vlektra Retro vs Yadea Velax
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Honda ICON e:
ICON e:
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Horwin EK1
EK1
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Vlektra Retro
Retro
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Yadea Velax
Velax
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 419,900 | Rs 466,000 | Rs 279,000 | Rs 444,000 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Battery | 1.47 kWh | — | — | — |
| Electric range | 53 km | 90 km | 80 km | 85 km |
| Electric motor power | 1.81 kW | 2 kW | 1.5 kW | 2 kW |
| Charging time | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) | About 4.5 hours | 2.5 hours | 6-7 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion | 72V / 36Ah | 24 Ah | 72V 30Ah LFP |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 55 km/h | 55 km/h | 70 km/h | 65 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm | — | — | 1850 × 790 × 1210 mm |
| Engine type | In-wheel brushless electric motor | — | 1,500 W electric hub motor, 100 Nm | — |
| Front suspension | — | — | Telescopic forks | Hydraulic |
| Rear suspension | — | — | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | Hydraulic |
| Dry weight | 89 kg | 92 kg | — | 95 kg |
| Seat height | 742 mm | — | — | — |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm | 125 mm | — | 125 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1298 mm | 1320 mm | — | 1250 mm |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Disc / Disc | Drum / Dual-piston caliper disc | Disc / disc |
| Tyre size | — | — | Front 2.75-18, Rear 90/90-17 | 14-inch tubeless (product page) |
| Warranty | — | Standard manufacturer warranty on key components (terms not published) | 3-year replacement warranty on battery; 2-year replacement warranty on motor | Battery 4 years / 50,000 km |
| Colours | White, Black, Red | Orange, Blue | — | Black, Blue, Grey |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | No | No | Yes | No |
| Front disc brake | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-theft alarm | No | Yes | No | No |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Digital speedometer | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tubeless tyres | No | No | No | Yes |
| Alloy wheels | No | Yes | No | No |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| LED tail light | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| LED indicators | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Daytime running light | No | No | Yes | No |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Electric | ||||
| Regenerative braking | No | No | No | Yes |
| Reverse assist | No | Yes | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Other | ||||
| GPS tracking | No | Yes | No | No |
| Under-seat storage | No | Yes | No | No |
| Supports optional second battery | No | Yes | No | No |
| Tail box, rear rack and backpack (accessories) | No | Yes | No | No |
| Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery | No | No | Yes | No |
| 7-inch round LED headlight | No | No | Yes | No |
| Bluetooth keyless unlock (EasyGO) | No | No | No | Yes |
| Yadea smart app connectivity | No | No | No | Yes |
| IP67 waterproof rating | No | No | No | Yes |
| Hydraulic front and rear suspension | No | No | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 | 6.6/10 | 7.2/10 |
Honda ICON e: vs Horwin EK1 vs Vlektra Retro vs Yadea Velax: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Vlektra Retro and Yadea Velax?
The Vlektra Retro is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Vlektra Retro from Rs 279,000, the Honda ICON e: from Rs 419,900, the Yadea Velax from Rs 444,000 and the Horwin EK1 from Rs 466,000.
Which has the longer electric range, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Vlektra Retro and Yadea Velax?
The Horwin EK1 goes furthest on electricity (Horwin EK1: 90 km; Yadea Velax: 85 km; Vlektra Retro: 80 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Vlektra Retro and Yadea Velax?
They are closely matched (Horwin EK1: 3 hp; Yadea Velax: 3 hp; Honda ICON e:: 2 hp; Vlektra Retro: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Vlektra Retro and Yadea Velax?
The Honda ICON e: has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features, the Horwin EK1 has 0 airbags and 3 safety and driver-assistance features, the Vlektra Retro has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features and the Yadea Velax has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features. Independent crash-test ratings, where available, are the best guide to real-world safety.
Are Honda ICON e:, Horwin EK1, Vlektra Retro and Yadea Velax 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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