ICONi60LvsEvolutionForester 6 Plus
Complete head-to-head comparison. Which model is right for you?
Overall Winner: Tie
Both are lifted 6-passenger lithium carts, but the $8,004 price gap is the headline. The ICON i60L at $15,999 justifies its premium with a more established brand, stronger dealer network, better resale value, and refined engineering. The Evolution Forester 6 Plus at $7,995 offers remarkable value — a capable lifted 6-seater with modern features at literally half the ICON's price. Budget-focused families choose Evolution; brand-conscious buyers invest in ICON.
Quick Comparison
Key differences at a glance
Category-by-Category Breakdown
Detailed comparison across all important factors
| Category | ICON i60L | Evolution Forester 6 Plus | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance & Power | 9/10 Delivers 25 mph standard with strong lithium-powered acceleration and 40-60 miles of range. Confident performance even with six passengers. | 7/10 Reaches 19 mph standard with available 25 mph LSV package. Good performance for the price but slightly less refined under full load. | ICON i60L |
| Build Quality & Durability | 8/10 Well-engineered with quality construction, powder-coated steel frame, and components refined across ICON's successful model range. | 7/10 Solid construction for the price point with quality materials. Good build but reflects the more budget-focused manufacturing approach. | ICON i60L |
| Off-Road Capability | 8/10 Factory-lifted platform with larger tires, increased ground clearance, and heavy-duty suspension designed for trails and rough terrain. | 8/10 Factory-lifted design with off-road tires, increased clearance, and suspension tuned for varied terrain. Capable off-road performer. | Tie |
| Features & Technology | 8/10 Standard digital display, LED lighting, Bluetooth speakers, USB charging, and 25 mph LSV capability. Well-equipped package. | 8/10 Standard digital dash, LED lights, Bluetooth speakers, USB ports, and available LSV package. Similarly well-equipped for the price. | Tie |
| Value & Pricing | 5/10 At $15,999, the i60L is a significant investment. The price reflects ICON's established brand, dealer network, and refined engineering. | 10/10 At $7,995 for a lifted 6-passenger lithium cart with modern features, the Forester 6 Plus delivers extraordinary value — literally half the ICON's price. | Evolution Forester 6 Plus |
| Comfort & Ride Quality | 8/10 Well-tuned lifted suspension provides comfortable ride for six passengers across varied terrain. Quality seating with good support. | 7/10 Adequate comfort for the price with functional seating and reasonable ride quality. Slightly less refined than the ICON under full load. | ICON i60L |
| Brand & Dealer Support | 9/10 ICON has rapidly built one of the strongest dealer networks in the alternative golf cart market with excellent customer satisfaction and brand loyalty. | 7/10 Evolution's dealer network is growing quickly with strong sales, but coverage can be spotty in some regions compared to ICON. | ICON i60L |
Performance & Power
ICON i60LDelivers 25 mph standard with strong lithium-powered acceleration and 40-60 miles of range. Confident performance even with six passengers.
Reaches 19 mph standard with available 25 mph LSV package. Good performance for the price but slightly less refined under full load.
Build Quality & Durability
ICON i60LWell-engineered with quality construction, powder-coated steel frame, and components refined across ICON's successful model range.
Solid construction for the price point with quality materials. Good build but reflects the more budget-focused manufacturing approach.
Off-Road Capability
TieFactory-lifted platform with larger tires, increased ground clearance, and heavy-duty suspension designed for trails and rough terrain.
Factory-lifted design with off-road tires, increased clearance, and suspension tuned for varied terrain. Capable off-road performer.
Features & Technology
TieStandard digital display, LED lighting, Bluetooth speakers, USB charging, and 25 mph LSV capability. Well-equipped package.
Standard digital dash, LED lights, Bluetooth speakers, USB ports, and available LSV package. Similarly well-equipped for the price.
Value & Pricing
Evolution Forester 6 PlusAt $15,999, the i60L is a significant investment. The price reflects ICON's established brand, dealer network, and refined engineering.
At $7,995 for a lifted 6-passenger lithium cart with modern features, the Forester 6 Plus delivers extraordinary value — literally half the ICON's price.
Comfort & Ride Quality
ICON i60LWell-tuned lifted suspension provides comfortable ride for six passengers across varied terrain. Quality seating with good support.
Adequate comfort for the price with functional seating and reasonable ride quality. Slightly less refined than the ICON under full load.
Brand & Dealer Support
ICON i60LICON has rapidly built one of the strongest dealer networks in the alternative golf cart market with excellent customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.
Evolution's dealer network is growing quickly with strong sales, but coverage can be spotty in some regions compared to ICON.
Which Should You Buy?
Recommendations based on your priorities
i60L
Choose if you...
- 1ICON's established brand and dealer network give you service confidence
- 2You want the most refined ride quality and build for six passengers
- 3Better resale value is an important long-term consideration
- 4Standard 25 mph speed without needing an LSV upgrade matters
Forester 6 Plus
Choose if you...
- 1Saving $8,000 on a comparable lifted 6-passenger cart is the priority
- 2You want similar capability and features at literally half the price
- 3Budget matters and you'd rather invest the savings elsewhere
- 4You're comfortable with a newer brand offering solid warranty coverage
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