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Himiway A7 Commuter vs Urtopia Carbon Classic Step-Thru

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,999–$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 Carbon Classic Step-Thru is 43 lb lighter.
  • The A7 Commuter carries 367 Wh more battery.
  • The A7 Commuter carries 160 lb more total load.
  • The A7 Commuter makes 25 Nm more torque.
  • The A7 Commuter assists 3 mph faster.
  • The A7 Commuter uses a torque + cadence sensor; the Carbon Classic Step-Thru uses a torque sensor.
  • The A7 Commuter ships as class 2–3; the Carbon Classic Step-Thru ships as class 2.

Every spec, side by side

A7 CommuterCarbon Classic Step-Thru
Headline
Price$1,999$1,999
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.78 per Wh$5.66 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque70 Nm45 Nm
Motor power750 W350 W
Peak power500 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeHimiway geared hubUrtopia
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh353 Wh
Voltage48V36V
Capacity15 Ah9.8 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)70 mi72 mi
Range as statedUp to 70 milesUp to 72 mi (180 lb rider, ECO, flat, no throttle)
Est. real range29 mi22 mi
Estimate assumes25 Wh per mile16 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight84 lb41 lb
Max load400 lb240 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 2
ClassClass 2–3Class 2
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph25 mph
Build
Gears8-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano (44T, 13-32T freewheel)Shimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm160 mm
Rear rotor180 mm160 mm
SuspensionFull suspension
Fork travel120 mm
Rear travel90 mmNone
Front suspensionYes
Suspension seatpostNoNo
TiresKenda 700 x 40c
Display3.5" full colour, Bluetooth, adjustable angle3.5" colour LCD
FrameToray carbon fibre
SizesRegular, LargeS, M, L
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
SafetyUL 2271UL 2271
Safety certificationUL 2271: battery onlyUL 2271: battery only
As the maker states itUL2271 stated on the A7 product page; no UL 2849 system claim foundBattery UL 2271 Certified (Classic also EN 50604)
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2-year all-inclusive manufacturer's warranty (brand policy)2-Year Warranty (brand policy)

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

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