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Aventon Pace 4 vs Velotric Fold 1

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,299–$1,599, every published spec lined up. Nothing here is estimated: a figure the manufacturer does not publish is shown as “—”.

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Where they differ

  • The Fold 1 carries 140 lb more total load.
  • The Pace 4 claims 15 more miles of range.
  • The Fold 1 costs $300 less.
  • The Pace 4 carries 125 Wh more battery.
  • The Fold 1 makes 10 Nm more torque.
  • The Pace 4 is 4.8 lb lighter.
  • The Pace 4 uses a torque + cadence sensor; the Fold 1 uses a cadence sensor.
  • The Pace 4 is rigid + susp. seatpost; the Fold 1 is hardtail (front only).

Every spec, side by side

Pace 4Fold 1
Headline
Price$1,599$1,299
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.18 per Wh$2.14 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque60 Nm70 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power864 W1050 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeAventonVelotric
SensorTorque + cadenceCadence
Battery & range
Battery733 Wh608 Wh
Voltage36V48V
Capacity20 Ah—
CellsLG 2170018650
Removable batteryYes—
Range (claim)70 mi55 mi
Range as statedUp to 70 milesUp to 55 miles pedal assist, 45 miles on throttle
Est. real range46 mi30 mi
Estimate assumes16 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight58.2 lb63 lb
Max load300 lb440 lb
Rack capacity—120 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed7-speed
DrivetrainShimano AltusShimano 7-speed (11-28T)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionRigid + susp. seatpostHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid60 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpost50 mmNo
Tires27.5 x 2.120 x 3.0 puncture resistant
DisplayAventon BC1471.8" LCD
Frame6061 aluminumAluminum alloy
SizesR, LOne size (4'9" to 6'5")
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
Fenders—Yes
Rack—Yes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: full systemUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itUL and TUV Safety Certified - UL 2849 / UL 2271Most Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty termsTwo-Year Limited Warranty on frames and framesets (brand policy)2 Year Warranty (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from www.aventon.com on 09/19/2026 and www.velotricbike.com on 09/30/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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