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Priority e-Coast vs Trek FX+ 2

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,999–$2,299.99, 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 e-Coast assists 8 mph faster.
  • The e-Coast claims 10 more miles of range.
  • The e-Coast costs $301 less.
  • The e-Coast carries 56 Wh more battery.
  • The e-Coast uses a cadence sensor; the FX+ 2 uses a torque sensor.
  • The e-Coast is rigid; the FX+ 2 is hardtail (front only).
  • The e-Coast ships as class 2–3; the FX+ 2 ships as class 2.

Every spec, side by side

e-CoastFX+ 2
Headline
Price$1,999$2,299.99
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$3.47 per Wh$4.42 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque—60 Nm
Motor power500 W500 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makePriority—
SensorCadenceTorque
Battery & range
Battery576 Wh520 Wh
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi50 mi
Range as stated20 to 60 milesUp to 50 mi
Est. real range36 mi33 mi
Estimate assumes16 Wh per mile16 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight56 lb55.78 lb
Max load300 lb300 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3—
ClassClass 2–3Class 2
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph20 mph
Build
GearsSingle speed8-speed
DrivetrainGates Carbon belt, single speedShimano ESSA U2000 (11-45T)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor—180 mm
Rear rotor—180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid63 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Suspension seatpost—50 mm
Tires3.0 inch650 x 50mm (27.5 x 2.0) Bontrager GR0 Comp
DisplayNot specifiedLCD display
FrameAluminumAlpha Gold Aluminum
SizesDiamond 18 inch, step-through 17 inchS-XL
Step-through optionYesNo
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
Kickstand—Yes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: full system
As the maker states it"UL 2271 (battery), UL 2849 (system)" on the e-Coast; the Current Plus says only "UL certified"All e-systems that Trek currently uses have been tested to UL 2849 and EN 15194 as appropriate, and certified to UL 2849
Warranty5 yr—

Specs transcribed from www.prioritybicycles.com on 09/21/2026 and www.trekbikes.com on 09/30/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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