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Gazelle Medeo T9 City HMB vs Velotric Discover M

Two commuter e-bikes at $2,499–$2,599, 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 Discover M makes 60 Nm more torque.
  • The Discover M carries 402 Wh more battery.
  • The Discover M assists 8 mph faster.
  • The Discover M claims 20 more miles of range.
  • The Discover M costs $100 less.
  • The Medeo T9 City HMB has no throttle; the Discover M has a throttle.

Every spec, side by side

Medeo T9 City HMBDiscover M
Headline
Price$2,599$2,499
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$6.50 per Wh$3.12 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque40 Nm100 Nm
Motor power—500 W
Peak power—960 W
DriveMid-driveMid-drive
Motor makeBosch Active Line (Smart System)Velotric Velocore
Drive systemBosch—
Sensor—Torque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery400 Wh802 Wh
Voltage36V48V
Capacity11.1 Ah16.7 Ah
Removable battery—Yes
Range (claim)75 mi95 mi
Range as stated30-75 miles (Gazelle, Turbo to Eco)95 mi on pedal assist
Est. real range—40 mi
Estimate assumes—20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight—60 lb
Rack capacity—66 lb
Class & speed
Ships as—Class 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks to—Class 3
Class—Class 2–3
ThrottleNoYes
Top assisted speed20 mph28 mph
Build
Gears9-speed9-speed
DrivetrainShimano 9-speed derailleur, KMC chainShimano CUES
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor160 mm180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel75 mm80 mm
Rear travel—None
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpostNoNo
Tires27.5 x 2.4 (62-584) Continental Contact Plus27.5 x 2.4
DisplayBosch LED Remote3.5" colour LCD
FrameAluminumTriple-butted aluminium
SizesXS-L (40-55 cm)Regular, Large
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
Fenders—Yes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
Safety—UL 2849*
Safety certification—UL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itProduct pages show "Intertek ETL Listed" without naming the standard; no UL 2849 claim statedMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty termsUp to 10 years on the frame and non-suspension forks, 5 years on suspension forks and paint, 2 years on parts; motor, battery and display 2 years (brand policy)2 Year Warranty

Specs transcribed from www.gazellebikes.com on 09/30/2026 and electricbikereview.com on 09/20/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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