Honda ICON e: vs Vlektra Retro
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Honda ICON e:
ICON e: |
Vlektra Retro
Retro |
|---|---|---|
| Price | ||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 419,900 | Rs 279,000 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery & charging | ||
| Battery | 1.47 kWh | — |
| Electric range | 53 km | 80 km |
| Electric motor power | 1.81 kW | 1.5 kW |
| Charging time | 7 h 20 min (0–100%) | 2.5 hours |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 48V 30.6Ah lithium-ion | 24 Ah |
| Performance & drive | ||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Direct drive (electric) |
| Top speed | 55 km/h | 70 km/h |
| Size & practicality | ||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 1796 x 680 x 1085 mm | — |
| Engine type | In-wheel brushless electric motor | 1,500 W electric hub motor, 100 Nm |
| Front suspension | — | Telescopic forks |
| Rear suspension | — | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers |
| Dry weight | 89 kg | — |
| Seat height | 742 mm | — |
| Ground clearance | 132 mm | — |
| Wheelbase | 1298 mm | — |
| Brakes (front / rear) | — | Drum / Dual-piston caliper disc |
| Tyre size | — | Front 2.75-18, Rear 90/90-17 |
| Warranty | — | 3-year replacement warranty on battery; 2-year replacement warranty on motor |
| Colours | White, Black, Red | — |
| Safety | ||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | No | Yes |
| Rear disc brake | No | Yes |
| Comfort & convenience | ||
| Digital speedometer | No | Yes |
| Lighting | ||
| LED headlight | No | Yes |
| LED tail light | No | Yes |
| LED indicators | No | Yes |
| Daytime running light | No | Yes |
| Engine & performance | ||
| Riding modes | No | Yes |
| Electric | ||
| Reverse assist | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | No |
| Other | ||
| Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery | No | Yes |
| 7-inch round LED headlight | No | Yes |
| Verdict | ||
| Expert rating | 6.8/10 | 6.6/10 |
Honda ICON e: vs Vlektra Retro: quick answers
Which is cheaper, the Honda ICON e: or the Vlektra Retro?
The Vlektra Retro is cheaper. It starts at Rs 279,000 ex-factory, Rs 140,900 less than the Honda ICON e:, which starts at Rs 419,900.
Which has the longer electric range, the Honda ICON e: or the Vlektra Retro?
The Vlektra Retro goes furthest on electricity (Vlektra Retro: 80 km; Honda ICON e:: 53 km).
Which is more powerful, the Honda ICON e: or the Vlektra Retro?
They are closely matched (Honda ICON e:: 2 hp; Vlektra Retro: 2 hp).
Which has more safety features, the Honda ICON e: or the Vlektra Retro?
The Honda ICON e: has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Vlektra Retro 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: and Vlektra Retro 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.
