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Priority e-Coast vs Troxus Trax Mid-Drive

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 Trax Mid-Drive carries 144 Wh more battery.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive carries 30 lb more total load.
  • The e-Coast is 5 lb lighter.
  • The e-Coast uses a cadence sensor; the Trax Mid-Drive uses a torque + cadence sensor.
  • The e-Coast is rear hub; the Trax Mid-Drive is mid-drive.
  • The e-Coast is rigid; the Trax Mid-Drive is hardtail (front only).
  • The e-Coast ships as class 2–3; the Trax Mid-Drive ships as class 3.

Every spec, side by side

e-CoastTrax Mid-Drive
Headline
Price$1,999$1,999
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$3.47 per Wh$2.78 per Wh
Model year20262025
Motor
Torque130 Nm
Motor power500 W500 W
DriveRear hubMid-drive
Motor makePriorityBafang mid-motor
Drive systemBafang
SensorCadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery576 Wh720 Wh
Voltage48V
Capacity15 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi60 mi
Range as stated20 to 60 milesUp to 60 miles per charge
Est. real range36 mi36 mi
Estimate assumes16 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight56 lb61 lb
Max load300 lb330 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
GearsSingle speed11-speed
DrivetrainGates Carbon belt, single speedShimano CUES
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionRigidHardtail (front only)
Fork travelRigid75 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionNoYes
Tires3.0 inch27.5 x 2.2
DisplayNot specifiedBafang colour, Bluetooth, remote
FrameAluminumAluminum
SizesDiamond 18 inch, step-through 17 inchSmall 15.5", Medium 17.5", Large 19"
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL 2271 (battery), UL 2849 (system)" on the e-Coast; the Current Plus says only "UL certified""UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"
Warranty5 yr5 yr

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

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