Star EVvsICON EV
Complete comparison of two popular golf cart brands. Which is right for you?
Overall Winner: ICON EV
ICON EV wins with its industry-leading 10-year lithium battery warranty, wider model variety, and stronger brand momentum. Star EV counters with longer industry presence (20+ years), excellent customization options, and competitive pricing. Both offer great value; choose ICON for battery warranty or Star EV for proven track record and customization.
Quick Comparison
Key differences at a glance
Category-by-Category Breakdown
Detailed comparison across all important factors
| Category | Star EV | ICON EV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Track Record & Experience | 8/10 20+ years in business since 2002. Established value brand with proven reliability over time. | 6/10 Founded 2017. Rapidly growing brand but less proven long-term track record. | Star EV |
| Battery Warranty | 7/10 Standard lithium warranties around 5-6 years. Good but not industry-leading. | 10/10 10-year ECO Lithium warranty, the longest in the entire industry. | ICON EV |
| Vehicle Warranty | 6/10 2-year limited vehicle warranty. Standard coverage for value brands. | 7/10 3-year vehicle warranty. Longer than Star EV's coverage. | ICON EV |
| Price & Entry Point | 9/10 Competitive pricing starting around $7,995. One of the most affordable options. | 8/10 Starts at $8,995. Great value but slightly higher entry than Star EV. | Star EV |
| Model Variety & Customization | 9/10 Excellent variety with Sirius, Capella, and Cepheus lines. Known for customization options and configurations. | 8/10 Good range from i40 to i80 with lifted options. Growing variety but less customization focus. | Star EV |
| Features & Technology | 7/10 Good features for the price. Digital displays, LED lighting, Bluetooth available. | 9/10 7-inch digital display, Bluetooth audio, USB charging, LED lighting all standard. All models street-legal ready. | ICON EV |
| Dealer Network | 8/10 Established dealer network built over 20+ years. Good nationwide coverage. | 7/10 Growing network, strong in Florida and Texas. Still expanding nationally. | Star EV |
| Brand Momentum | 6/10 Steady presence in value market. Reliable but less marketing buzz. | 9/10 Rapidly growing brand with strong marketing and dealer expansion. High visibility. | ICON EV |
Track Record & Experience
Star EV20+ years in business since 2002. Established value brand with proven reliability over time.
Founded 2017. Rapidly growing brand but less proven long-term track record.
Battery Warranty
ICON EVStandard lithium warranties around 5-6 years. Good but not industry-leading.
10-year ECO Lithium warranty, the longest in the entire industry.
Vehicle Warranty
ICON EV2-year limited vehicle warranty. Standard coverage for value brands.
3-year vehicle warranty. Longer than Star EV's coverage.
Price & Entry Point
Star EVCompetitive pricing starting around $7,995. One of the most affordable options.
Starts at $8,995. Great value but slightly higher entry than Star EV.
Model Variety & Customization
Star EVExcellent variety with Sirius, Capella, and Cepheus lines. Known for customization options and configurations.
Good range from i40 to i80 with lifted options. Growing variety but less customization focus.
Features & Technology
ICON EVGood features for the price. Digital displays, LED lighting, Bluetooth available.
7-inch digital display, Bluetooth audio, USB charging, LED lighting all standard. All models street-legal ready.
Dealer Network
Star EVEstablished dealer network built over 20+ years. Good nationwide coverage.
Growing network, strong in Florida and Texas. Still expanding nationally.
Brand Momentum
ICON EVSteady presence in value market. Reliable but less marketing buzz.
Rapidly growing brand with strong marketing and dealer expansion. High visibility.
Popular Model Comparisons
Head-to-head matchups of similar models
Star EV Sirius 2
$7,995
ICON i40
$8,995
Star EV is $1,000 cheaper; ICON has 2 more seats, longer warranties, and more features.
Star EV Capella 4
$9,995
ICON i40L (Lifted)
$10,995
Star EV is $1,000 cheaper; ICON has lifted suspension and longer battery warranty.
Which Should You Buy?
Recommendations based on your priorities
Star EV
Best for: Quality & reliability
ICON EV
Best for: Best lithium warranty & variety
Choose if you...
- 1Battery warranty length is priority (10 years)
- 2You want more standard features included
- 3Street-legal ready out of the box matters
- 4Brand momentum and growth appeal to you
- 5You prefer a longer vehicle warranty (3 vs 2 years)
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