In two-wheelers, the two bikes, Honda CG125 and CD70 are the most popular options in Pakistan , but the irony is that these bikes haven’t changed since your grandfather’s era. Paying PKR 160k for a Honda CD70 or 230k for CG125 in 2025 is like buying a cassette player in the Spotify era.
They guzzle expensive petrol, spew smoke, and come with tech that feels borrowed from the Stone Age. But guess what? Electric scooters under 200k PKR cab to flip the script. They’re cheaper, cleaner, and packed with features that make petrol bikes look like relics. Let’s break down the top 5 EVs humiliating ICE motorcycles in 2025:
1. Metro Thrill
- Price: PKR 195,000
- Battery: 60V26Ah Graphene
- Range: 80 km per charge | Top Speed: 50 km/h
The Metro Thrill is the ultimate counter to overpriced petrol bikes. For PKR 195k, you get LED lights, a digital dashboard, and hydraulic suspension—features the PKR 230k+ Honda CG125 can only dream of. While the CG125 struggles with clutch plates and carburetors, the Thrill zips through Karachi traffic silently, costing just PKR 0.50/km in electricity. No oil changes, no engine noise, and no guilt.
Why Buy This Over a CG125?
- Saves PKR 10,000/month on fuel.
- Perfect for students and daily commuters who want to escape petrol queues.
2. Evee S1
- Price: PKR 195,000
- Battery: 72V32Ah Graphene
- Range: 90 km per charge | Top Speed: 60 km/h
The Evee S1 is what happens when you mix futuristic tech with Pakistani practicality. Its graphene battery charges can last about 2-5 years, and the NFC keyless start means no more fumbling with keys in Lahore’s chaotic traffic. Compare this to the Honda CD70, which still uses a Kickstarter and analog speedometer straight out of a 1980s movie. At PKR 195k, the S1 offers app connectivity, tubeless tires, and large storage—things the CD70 will never have.
Why Buy This Over a CD70?
- Charges fully for PKR 50 vs. PKR 2100 for a CD70’s petrol tank.
3. Evee C1
- Price: PKR 191,500
- Battery: 60V26Ah Graphene
- Range: 60 km per charge | Top Speed: 60 km/h
The Evee C1 is built for Pakistan’s crowded bazaars and narrow streets. Its compact design and dual disc brakes make it safer and nimbler than the CD70, which still relies on shaky drum brakes. While the CD70’s engine coughs through Islamabad’s Margalla Hills, the C1’s silent electric motor glides uphill without breaking a sweat. Plus, its LED display tracks your battery in real time—something the CD70’s speed-o-meter can’t manage.
Why Buy This Over a CD70?
- Zero maintenance vs. the CD70’s never-ending carburetor cleanings.
- Ideal for delivery riders: saves PKR 200/day on fuel.
4. Yadea GT30
- Price: PKR 189,000
- Battery: 60V23Ah Graphene
- Range: 75.6 km per charge | Top Speed: 45 km/h
For PKR 189k, you get a 1000W motor, hydraulic shocks, NFC unlocking, and a 17L storage bucket. Meanwhile, Honda’s PKR 208k Pridor offers… drum brakes, a carbureted engine, and the same design since 2010. The GT30 climbs Karachi’s flyovers effortlessly while the Pridor wheezes like it’s running on nostalgia.
Why Buy This Over a Pridor?
- PKR 20k cheaper but lightyears ahead in tech.
- Charges overnight for PKR 35 vs. burning PKR 280/L on petrol.
Final Verdict
Here are some pros of buying an EV scooter:
- No fuel costs (save PKR 10k+/month).
- Zero maintenance (goodbye, mechanics!).
- Modern features (digital dashboards, app tracking, keyless start).
There are some cons of these EVs as well, we’ll talk about it later in the next blog.
