ICON EVi40LvsStar EVCapella 4
Complete head-to-head comparison. Which model is right for you?
Overall Winner: ICON EV i40L
ICON i40L wins with a lower price, more technology, superior disc brakes, and a longer battery warranty. Star EV Capella 4 counters with a longer vehicle warranty, machined alloy wheels, and the QDS drive system. For most buyers, the ICON i40L's $1,300 price advantage and feature-rich package make it the better lifted 4-seater.
Quick Comparison
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Category-by-Category Breakdown
Detailed comparison across all important factors
| Category | ICON EV i40L | Star EV Capella 4 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | 9/10 Starts at $13,999 with lithium battery, touchscreen, backup camera, and lifted suspension included. | 7/10 Starts at $15,299 with lead-acid batteries. Lithium upgrade and some features add cost. | ICON EV i40L |
| Technology & Features | 9/10 10-inch multimedia touchscreen, backup camera, Bluetooth, carbon fiber dash, full LED lighting package. | 7/10 Digital display, integrated turn signals, emergency flashers. Functional but less tech-forward. | ICON EV i40L |
| Braking System | 9/10 Four-wheel disc brakes with electromagnetic parking brake system. Premium stopping power. | 7/10 4-wheel hydraulic brake system. Reliable but traditional drum/disc configuration. | ICON EV i40L |
| Battery Warranty | 10/10 Industry-leading 10-year ECO Lithium battery warranty. Unmatched coverage. | 7/10 Battery warranty varies by type. Star Smart Lithium offers competitive but shorter coverage. | ICON EV i40L |
| Vehicle Warranty | 7/10 3-year vehicle warranty. Solid coverage for the vehicle itself. | 9/10 4-year limited warranty with 2-year bumper-to-bumper. Longer overall vehicle protection. | Star EV Capella 4 |
| Wheels & Styling | 7/10 Lifted suspension with upgraded wheels and tires. Aggressive, modern look. | 9/10 10-inch DOT radial tires with machined black honeycomb alloy rims. Premium styling details. | Star EV Capella 4 |
| Drive System | 8/10 5kW 3-phase high torque motor with 450A controller. Strong and responsive. | 8/10 5kW QDS AC motor with 350A controller and over-temperature protection. Smart thermal management. | Star EV Capella 4 |
Price
ICON EV i40LStarts at $13,999 with lithium battery, touchscreen, backup camera, and lifted suspension included.
Starts at $15,299 with lead-acid batteries. Lithium upgrade and some features add cost.
Technology & Features
ICON EV i40L10-inch multimedia touchscreen, backup camera, Bluetooth, carbon fiber dash, full LED lighting package.
Digital display, integrated turn signals, emergency flashers. Functional but less tech-forward.
Braking System
ICON EV i40LFour-wheel disc brakes with electromagnetic parking brake system. Premium stopping power.
4-wheel hydraulic brake system. Reliable but traditional drum/disc configuration.
Battery Warranty
ICON EV i40LIndustry-leading 10-year ECO Lithium battery warranty. Unmatched coverage.
Battery warranty varies by type. Star Smart Lithium offers competitive but shorter coverage.
Vehicle Warranty
Star EV Capella 43-year vehicle warranty. Solid coverage for the vehicle itself.
4-year limited warranty with 2-year bumper-to-bumper. Longer overall vehicle protection.
Wheels & Styling
Star EV Capella 4Lifted suspension with upgraded wheels and tires. Aggressive, modern look.
10-inch DOT radial tires with machined black honeycomb alloy rims. Premium styling details.
Drive System
Star EV Capella 45kW 3-phase high torque motor with 450A controller. Strong and responsive.
5kW QDS AC motor with 350A controller and over-temperature protection. Smart thermal management.
Which Should You Buy?
Recommendations based on your priorities
i40L
Choose if you...
- 1Lower price with lithium included matters
- 2You want a large touchscreen and backup camera
- 3Four-wheel disc brakes are important for safety
- 4A 10-year battery warranty gives you confidence
- 5Maximum technology per dollar is your priority
Capella 4
Choose if you...
- 1Longer vehicle warranty is a priority (4 years)
- 2Premium machined alloy wheels matter to you
- 3QDS drive system with thermal protection appeals to you
- 4You prefer Star EV's styling and design
- 5You want flexible battery options (lead-acid or lithium)
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