I rode the Engwe EP-2 Pro for about two weeks. It came fully assembled, folded in about 30 seconds and fit in the trunk of my Tesla Model 3. I also noted that it was heavy to lift, slow on the throttle from a stop on hills, and stuck with mechanical brakes and a basic fork. The Engwe EP-2 3.0 is the current version of that folding fat tire bike, and on paper it goes after several of those complaints. I haven’t ridden it. Everything below comes from Engwe’s official EP-2 3.0 page, checked on Oct 28, 2026 and linked at the bottom.
What changed from the bike I rode
The biggest change is the brakes. The EP-2 Pro I rode had 160mm mechanical discs; the 3.0 lists Tektro dual-piston hydraulic brakes with 180mm rotors front and rear. The fork is now a hydraulic unit with 50mm of travel and an adjustable lockout. The battery grows from 624Wh on the Pro to 720Wh, a 48V 15Ah pack built with 21700 cells, and it’s still removable.
The motor is rated at 750W with a 1500W peak and 90 Nm of torque. Engwe’s page shows the EP-2 line’s torque climbing from 50 Nm to 75 Nm to 90 Nm across the 1.0, 2.0 and 3.0 versions. The assist sensor can be set to work as a torque sensor or a cadence sensor, so you can pick the feel you want.
Charging and security
Engwe ships the EP-2 3.0 with an 8A fast charger and says it fully recharges in about 2 hours. There’s also an Engwe IoT module with GPS, 4G and Bluetooth. Through the Engwe app, you get keyless unlocking, GPS tracking, motion alerts and over-the-air updates. The display is a 3.5 in color LCD with Bluetooth.
Range, speed and class
Engwe lists up to 65 miles in pedal assist level 1 and a top speed of 28 mph, noting that actual speed varies with rider weight and road conditions. The page doesn’t list a class or a throttle, so check both before you buy, along with your local rules in our e-bike laws hub.
Folding and weight
The frame is a step-through magnesium alloy design that folds, and the stem folds too. Engwe lists the folded size as 97 x 53 x 81 cm, or about 38 x 21 x 32 in. The bike weighs 75.4 lb, which is about 9 lb more than the 66 lb Engwe listed for the EP-2 Pro, so it’s more to lift into a car than the bike I rode. Payload is 330 lb, and Engwe lists riders from 5’5” to 6’2”. Fenders, a rear rack and a kickstand come in the box.
Tires are 20 x 4.0 in with a 3mm anti-puncture layer, and the drivetrain is a Shimano Tourney 7-speed with a 48T chainring and a 14 to 28T cassette. Engwe rates the bike IPX4 and says it’s UL 2849 certified by TÜV Rheinland.
How it fits with the Engwe bikes I’ve reviewed
The EP-2 Pro is the obvious comparison: the 3.0 adds hydraulic brakes, a better fork, a bigger battery, a higher motor peak and app security, and it also adds weight. I also rode the Engwe Engine Pro, a folding fat tire bike with full suspension and a cadence sensor that Engwe listed at 69.88 lb. If folding and full suspension matter more than the newer electronics, it’s worth reading that review, though Engwe US showed the Engine Pro as unavailable on Oct 27, 2026. For more choices, see my best folding fat tire e-bike guide.
FAQ
Have I ridden the Engwe EP-2 3.0?
No. I haven’t ridden it. I rode and filmed the EP-2 Pro and the Engine Pro, and this page compares the 3.0 with them using Engwe’s published specs.
Does the EP-2 3.0 have hydraulic brakes?
Yes. Engwe lists Tektro dual-piston hydraulic brakes with 180mm rotors. The EP-2 Pro I rode had mechanical discs.
How much does it weigh?
Engwe lists 75.4 lb for the bike, and 88.8 lb as the gross shipping weight.
How long does it take to charge?
Engwe says about 2 hours with the included 8A charger.
Does it have a throttle?
Engwe’s EP-2 3.0 spec list doesn’t mention one. Check with Engwe before you order if you need it.
Pros and cons (from the specs and sources)
Pros: hydraulic brakes with 180mm rotors; 90 Nm motor; 720Wh removable battery; about 2 hour charging with the included 8A charger; GPS tracking and app lock; selectable torque or cadence assist; hydraulic fork with lockout; fenders and rack included; folds.
Cons: 75.4 lb, heavier than the EP-2 Pro I rode; no class or throttle listed; IPX4 rating; only 50mm of fork travel.
Who it’s for
On paper, the EP-2 3.0 fits riders who want a fat tire bike that folds for a car trunk or a small storage space, with hydraulic brakes, fast charging and GPS tracking. If you’ll be lifting it often, the weight is the number to think hardest about.
Price
As of Oct 28, 2026, the Engwe EP-2 3.0 was $1,499, down from a listed $1,899, in Forest Green and Black, both in stock. Engwe’s US site redirects the link to us.engwe.com.
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