Vlektra Retro vs Honda CD 70 Dream vs Honda CG 125
Pick a variant under each one to compare exactly what you would buy. All prices are ex-factory.
| Specification |
Vlektra Retro
Retro
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Honda CD 70 Dream
CD 70 Dream
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Honda CG 125
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| Price | ||||
| Ex-factory price | Rs 279,000 | Rs 170,900 | Rs 238,500 | |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Type | Electric | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Engine | ||||
| Fuel | — | Petrol | Petrol | |
| Engine | — | 72 cc | 124.1 cc | |
| Battery & charging | ||||
| Electric range | 80 km | — | — | |
| Electric motor power | 1.5 kW | — | — | |
| Charging time | 2.5 hours | — | — | |
| Battery (volts / amp-hours) | 24 Ah | — | — | |
| Performance & drive | ||||
| Transmission | Direct drive (electric) | Manual | Manual | |
| Gears | — | 4 | 4 | |
| Starting | — | Kick | Kick | |
| Top speed | 70 km/h | — | — | |
| Size & practicality | ||||
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | — | 1899 x 751 x 1014 mm | 1912 x 727 x 1029 mm | |
| Engine type | 1,500 W electric hub motor, 100 Nm | 4-Stroke OHC Air-Cooled | 4 Stroke 125cc OHV Air Cooled | |
| Bore × stroke | — | 47.0 x 41.4 mm | 56.5 x 49.5 mm | |
| Compression ratio | — | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 | |
| Clutch | — | Multiplate Wet Clutch | Multiplate wet clutch | |
| Frame | — | Backbone Type | Diamond type | |
| Front suspension | Telescopic forks | — | Telescopic fork, 103 mm travel | |
| Rear suspension | Dual spring-loaded shock absorbers | — | Swing arm, 70 mm travel | |
| Fuel tank | — | 8.6 L | 9.2 L | |
| Fuel reserve | — | 1 L | 2 L | |
| Dry weight | — | 82 kg | 108 kg | |
| Seat height | — | — | 765 mm | |
| Ground clearance | — | 136 mm | 133 mm | |
| Wheelbase | — | — | 1212 mm | |
| Brakes (front / rear) | Drum / Dual-piston caliper disc | Drum / Drum | Drum / Drum | |
| Tyre size | Front 2.75-18, Rear 90/90-17 | 2.25-17 (4 PR) / 2.50-17 (4 PR) | 2.50-18 (38P) / 3.00-17 (50P) | |
| Warranty | 3-year replacement warranty on battery; 2-year replacement warranty on motor | Engine: 3 years or 20,000 km; frame, body and electrics: 6 months or 6,000 km | Engine: 3 years or 20,000 km; frame, body and electrics: 6 months or 6,000 km | |
| Colours | — | Red, Black, Silver | Red, Black, Blue (CG 125 only) | |
| Safety | ||||
| Combined braking system (CBS) | Yes | No | No | |
| Rear disc brake | Yes | No | No | |
| Comfort & convenience | ||||
| Kick start | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Digital speedometer | Yes | No | No | |
| Pillion grab rail | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Saree guard | No | Yes | Yes | |
| Lighting | ||||
| LED headlight | Yes | No | No | |
| LED tail light | Yes | No | No | |
| LED indicators | Yes | No | No | |
| Daytime running light | Yes | No | No | |
| Engine & performance | ||||
| Riding modes | Yes | No | No | |
| Electric | ||||
| Reverse assist | Yes | No | No | |
| Other | ||||
| Lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery | Yes | No | No | |
| 7-inch round LED headlight | Yes | No | No | |
| Verdict | ||||
| Expert rating | 6.6/10 | 7.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Vlektra Retro vs Honda CD 70 Dream vs Honda CG 125: quick answers
Which is cheaper, Vlektra Retro, Honda CD 70 Dream and Honda CG 125?
The Honda CD 70 Dream is the cheapest. Starting ex-factory prices: the Honda CD 70 Dream from Rs 170,900, the Honda CG 125 from Rs 238,500 and the Vlektra Retro from Rs 279,000.
Which has more safety features, Vlektra Retro, Honda CD 70 Dream and Honda CG 125?
The Vlektra Retro has 0 airbags and 2 safety and driver-assistance features, the Honda CD 70 Dream has 0 airbags and 0 safety and driver-assistance features and the Honda CG 125 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 Vlektra Retro, Honda CD 70 Dream and Honda CG 125 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.
