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Blix Vika X vs Velotric Discover 3

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,799–$1,999, 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 Discover 3 carries 128 lb more total load.
  • The Discover 3 makes 20 Nm more torque.
  • The Discover 3 carries 116 Wh more battery.
  • The Discover 3 claims 10 more miles of range.
  • The Vika X costs $200 less.
  • The Vika X is 6 lb lighter.
  • The Vika X uses a torque sensor; the Discover 3 uses a torque + cadence sensor.
  • The Vika X is rigid; the Discover 3 is hardtail (front only).

Every spec, side by side

Vika XDiscover 3
Headline
Price$1,799$1,999
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.93 per Wh$2.74 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque55 Nm75 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power1100 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeBlix geared hubVelotric
SensorTorqueTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery614 Wh730 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15.2 Ah
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)70 mi80 mi
Range as statedUp to 70 milesUp to 80 miles
Est. real range38 mi37 mi
Estimate assumes16 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight55 lb61 lb
Max load312 lb440 lb
Rack capacity60 lb66 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-speed8-speed
DrivetrainElectric auto-shiftingShimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpostNo
Tires20 x 2.427.5 x 2.4
DisplayColour TFT3.5" color, Bluetooth, NFC, USB-C
FrameAluminum alloy
SizesOne size, foldingRegular, Large
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYes
SafetyUL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itNo UL certification stated on the product page we readMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr
Warranty terms2 Year Warranty

Specs transcribed from blixbike.com on 2026-09-20 and electricbikereview.com on 2026-09-19. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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