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Troxus Trax Mid-Drive vs Urtopia Carbon Atom

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,999–$2,499, 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 Atom claims 33 more miles of range.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive makes 40 Nm more torque.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive costs $500 less.
  • The Carbon Atom carries 115 Wh more battery.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive uses a torque + cadence sensor; the Carbon Atom uses a torque sensor.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive is mid-drive; the Carbon Atom is rear hub.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive ships as class 3; the Carbon Atom ships as class 2–3.

Every spec, side by side

Trax Mid-DriveCarbon Atom
Headline
Price$1,999$2,499
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.78 per Wh$2.99 per Wh
Model year20252026
Motor
Torque130 Nm90 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power1250 W
DriveMid-driveRear hub
Motor makeBafang mid-motorUrtopia
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh835 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah17.4 Ah
CellsSamsungLG
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi93 mi
Range as statedUp to 60 miles per chargeUp to 93 mi (180 lb rider, ECO, flat, no throttle)
Est. real range36 mi42 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight61 lb61.7 lb
Max load330 lb330 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 3: pedal assist to 28 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears11-speed
DrivetrainShimano CUES
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel75 mm80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpost30 mm
Tires27.5 x 2.226 x 2.4
DisplayBafang colour, Bluetooth, remote3.5" LCD
FrameAluminumToray carbon fibre
SizesSmall 15.5", Medium 17.5", Large 19"One size
Step-through optionYesNo
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYes
RackYes
KickstandYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2271
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2271: battery only
As the maker states it"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"Battery UL 2271 Certified (Classic also EN 50604)
Warranty5 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2-Year Warranty (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026 and newurtopia.com on 09/20/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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