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Troxus Trax Mid-Drive vs Velotric Discover 3

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 makes 55 Nm more torque.
  • The Discover 3 claims 20 more miles of range.
  • The Discover 3 carries 110 lb more total load.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive is mid-drive; the Discover 3 is rear hub.
  • The Trax Mid-Drive ships as class 3; the Discover 3 ships as class 2–3.

Every spec, side by side

Trax Mid-DriveDiscover 3
Headline
Price$1,999$1,999
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.78 per Wh$2.74 per Wh
Model year20252026
Motor
Torque130 Nm75 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power1100 W
DriveMid-driveRear hub
Motor makeBafang mid-motorVelotric
Drive systemBafang
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery720 Wh730 Wh
Voltage48V48V
Capacity15 Ah15.2 Ah
CellsSamsung
Removable batteryYesYes
Range (claim)60 mi80 mi
Range as statedUp to 60 miles per chargeUp to 80 miles
Est. real range36 mi37 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight61 lb61 lb
Max load330 lb440 lb
Rack capacity66 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-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano CUESShimano
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel75 mm80 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Tires27.5 x 2.227.5 x 2.4
DisplayBafang colour, Bluetooth, remote3.5" color, Bluetooth, NFC, USB-C
FrameAluminumAluminum alloy
SizesSmall 15.5", Medium 17.5", Large 19"Regular, Large
Step-through optionYesYes
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesYes
RackYesYes
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states it"UL-2849 certified" on the Lynx Cargo; the Explorer Plus iQ states the battery is "UL-2271 Certified"Most Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty5 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2 Year Warranty

Specs transcribed from www.troxusmobility.com on 09/21/2026 and electricbikereview.com on 09/19/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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