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Engwe E26 vs Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor
I've reviewed both of these on my channel. The numbers below are from each brand's listing and my own testing; the takes are from my reviews. "Not listed" means I don't have a verified number for it yet.
Key differences
- The Engwe E26 lists for $100 less ($1,699 vs $1,799 in my review data).
- The Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor has the bigger battery: 960 Wh vs 768 Wh.
- Motor: 2000 W on the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor vs 1000 W on the Engwe E26.
- Different styles: the Engwe E26 is a fat tire bike and the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor is a fat tire / full suspension, dual motor bike.
- Max load: 400 lb on the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor vs 330 lb on the Engwe E26.
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Engwe E26
6.3 AEB Scorehow it worksIf you want a big, powerful fat tire e-bike with a lot of range and you're fine with baseline parts, the Engwe E26 is a great entry-level pick when it's priced right.
Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor
7.5 AEB Scorehow it worksDual-motor step-through that climbs on throttle at 200 lb; the rear motor alone stalls.
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Side by side
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|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,699 | $1,799 |
| Type | Fat tire | Fat tire / full suspension, dual motor |
| Motor | 1000 W | 2000 W |
| Battery | 768 Wh | 960 Wh |
| Rated range | 87 mi | 46 mi |
| What I measured on camera | No on-camera numbers | 13 to 14 mph up a steep slope on both motors, throttle only, at about 200 lb; rear motor alone stalled on that same slope at full throttle; both motors made a steeper gravel climb with no pedaling, slowing to 5 mph at the top |
| Tires | Fat 26 x 4 in | Not listed |
| Weight | 73.8 lb Step-Thru, 76 lb High-Step (Engwe) | 85.9 lb (Engwe) |
| Brakes | Not listed | Hydraulic disc, 203mm (Engwe) |
| Max load | 330 lb | 400 lb |
| AEB Score | 6.3 | 7.5 |
| Buy | Check Engwe | See the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor |
What I said about the Engwe E26
If you want a big, powerful fat tire e-bike with a lot of range and you're fine with baseline parts, the Engwe E26 is a great entry-level pick when it's priced right.
If you want a big, powerful fat tire e-bike with a lot of range and you're fine with baseline parts, the Engwe E26 is a great entry-level pick when it's priced right. I tested it for several weeks. It hauled me up every incline I tried at about 200 lbs, the twist throttle works from zero, you get hydraulic disc brakes, and the battery comes out with a key. When I recorded my video it was just over $1,000, and at that price it was very competitive. Engwe now lists it at $1,699, and every version shows sold out. At $1,699 it faces a lot more competition, so compare before you buy.
My video review, published
Liked
- Plenty of power for hills at about 200 lbs
- Twist throttle that works from zero
- Hydraulic disc brakes front and rear
- High rated range for a fat tire bike
- Removable battery with a key, or charge it on the bike
- Super bright integrated headlight
- Heavy-duty rear rack with a tail light
- Front and rear fenders included
- Color display
- Comfortable palm-rest grips
Didn't
- Lots of baseline components, including a basic shifter
- No rear suspension on the bike I tested
- The seat post suspension didn't do much for me
- A big bike that may not fit shorter riders
- Sold out on Engwe's site as of Oct 22, 2026
What I said about the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor
Dual-motor step-through that climbs on throttle at 200 lb; the rear motor alone stalls.
Buy it if you're a heavier rider who wants a step-through that climbs steep hills on throttle alone. With both motors on, it got me up a steep gravel peak without pedaling. It dropped from 10 to 5 mph near the top, but it made it (12:39 to 13:28). Skip it if you want a light bike or a simple one. Engwe lists it at 85.9 lb (Engwe), and it starts in rear-motor-only mode every time you power it on (2:41 to 2:55). The deciding factor: that second motor. On the steep section, the rear motor alone stalled at full throttle (8:52 to 9:41). In dual mode it pulled me up from a standstill (9:45 to 9:58). I'm about 200 lb, and I wouldn't buy this bike in rear-only form (0:47 to 1:15). See the Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor ($1,799 as of Oct 23, 2026)
My video review
Liked
- Climbed steep gravel peak on throttle only
- Full suspension
- Turn signals, rack, fenders included
Didn't
- Boots in rear-only mode every time
- Throttle needs PAS 1+
- 85.9 lb
Who should skip each one
- Engwe E26: skip it if this is a dealbreaker: Lots of baseline components, including a basic shifter
- Engwe E26 3.0 Dual Motor: skip it if this is a dealbreaker: Boots in rear-only mode every time
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