ICON EVi60vsStar EVSirius 4+2
Complete head-to-head comparison. Which model is right for you?
Overall Winner: ICON EV i60
ICON i60 wins with its 10-year battery warranty, four-wheel disc brakes, larger touchscreen, and slightly lower price. Star Sirius 4+2 wins for buyers who value Star's longer 4-year vehicle warranty and established manufacturing heritage. Both are excellent 6-passenger value options, but ICON's battery warranty protection and braking technology give it the edge for most buyers.
Quick Comparison
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Category-by-Category Breakdown
Detailed comparison across all important factors
| Category | ICON EV i60 | Star EV Sirius 4+2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery & Warranty | 10/10 51V/105Ah ECO Lithium battery standard with industry-leading 10-year battery warranty. 40+ mile range. 3-year vehicle warranty. | 7/10 Trojan lead-acid standard or Star Smart Lithium upgrades (105-210Ah). 4-year limited + 2-year bumper-to-bumper vehicle warranty. | ICON EV i60 |
| Braking System | 10/10 Four-wheel disc brakes with electromagnetic parking brake. Premium stopping power essential for a heavier 6-passenger vehicle. | 8/10 4-wheel hydraulic brakes with front disc and rear drum. Foot-activated multi-click parking brake. Very capable system. | ICON EV i60 |
| Technology & Infotainment | 10/10 10-inch multimedia touchscreen, backup camera, premium audio system, carbon fiber dash, full LED accent lighting, USB ports. | 7/10 Full-color display with speedometer/odometer/battery info, LED headlights with high beams, daytime running lights, ambient dash lighting, USB outlet. | ICON EV i60 |
| Motor & Performance | 9/10 5kW 3-phase high-torque motor with 450A controller. MacPherson front suspension with stabilizing bar rear. 25 mph standard. | 9/10 5kW AC motor with 450A controller and thermal protection. Adjustable coil-over shocks front and rear. 19.5 mph (25 with LSV). | Tie |
| Vehicle Warranty | 7/10 3-year vehicle warranty. Solid coverage but shorter than Star's offering on the vehicle itself. | 9/10 4-year limited warranty plus 2-year bumper-to-bumper. The longest vehicle warranty coverage in this comparison. | Star EV Sirius 4+2 |
| Price & Value | 9/10 Starts at $14,999 with lithium, touchscreen, disc brakes, and 10-year battery warranty all included. Exceptional value per feature. | 7/10 Starts at $15,998 with lead-acid batteries. Lithium upgrade adds significant cost. More expensive to reach equivalent spec. | ICON EV i60 |
| Build Quality & Features | 8/10 Injection-molded thermoplastic body. Plush seating with rear cooler/storage. Modern styling with premium finish. | 9/10 Welded tubular steel chassis with automotive paint. Electronic locking front trunk, lockable glove box, adjustable seat backs, self-canceling turn signals. | Star EV Sirius 4+2 |
Battery & Warranty
ICON EV i6051V/105Ah ECO Lithium battery standard with industry-leading 10-year battery warranty. 40+ mile range. 3-year vehicle warranty.
Trojan lead-acid standard or Star Smart Lithium upgrades (105-210Ah). 4-year limited + 2-year bumper-to-bumper vehicle warranty.
Braking System
ICON EV i60Four-wheel disc brakes with electromagnetic parking brake. Premium stopping power essential for a heavier 6-passenger vehicle.
4-wheel hydraulic brakes with front disc and rear drum. Foot-activated multi-click parking brake. Very capable system.
Technology & Infotainment
ICON EV i6010-inch multimedia touchscreen, backup camera, premium audio system, carbon fiber dash, full LED accent lighting, USB ports.
Full-color display with speedometer/odometer/battery info, LED headlights with high beams, daytime running lights, ambient dash lighting, USB outlet.
Motor & Performance
Tie5kW 3-phase high-torque motor with 450A controller. MacPherson front suspension with stabilizing bar rear. 25 mph standard.
5kW AC motor with 450A controller and thermal protection. Adjustable coil-over shocks front and rear. 19.5 mph (25 with LSV).
Vehicle Warranty
Star EV Sirius 4+23-year vehicle warranty. Solid coverage but shorter than Star's offering on the vehicle itself.
4-year limited warranty plus 2-year bumper-to-bumper. The longest vehicle warranty coverage in this comparison.
Price & Value
ICON EV i60Starts at $14,999 with lithium, touchscreen, disc brakes, and 10-year battery warranty all included. Exceptional value per feature.
Starts at $15,998 with lead-acid batteries. Lithium upgrade adds significant cost. More expensive to reach equivalent spec.
Build Quality & Features
Star EV Sirius 4+2Injection-molded thermoplastic body. Plush seating with rear cooler/storage. Modern styling with premium finish.
Welded tubular steel chassis with automotive paint. Electronic locking front trunk, lockable glove box, adjustable seat backs, self-canceling turn signals.
Which Should You Buy?
Recommendations based on your priorities
i60
Choose if you...
- 1The 10-year battery warranty is a deciding factor
- 2You want a touchscreen, backup camera, and premium audio standard
- 3Four-wheel disc brakes are important for a 6-passenger vehicle
- 4Lithium battery included at base price matters
- 5You prefer 25 mph speed standard without an LSV upgrade
Sirius 4+2
Choose if you...
- 1A longer 4-year vehicle warranty gives you peace of mind
- 2Automotive paint finish and build quality details matter
- 3Electronic locking trunk and lockable glove box are useful
- 4You want the option of Star Smart Lithium upgrades (up to 210Ah)
- 5Star EV's manufacturing heritage since 2002 is important to you
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