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Urtopia Carbon Fusion Pro vs Velotric Fold 1

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,299–$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 Fold 1 costs $700 less.
  • The Fold 1 peaks 330 W higher.
  • The Fold 1 carries 110 lb more total load.
  • The Fold 1 makes 10 Nm more torque.
  • The Fold 1 carries 79 Wh more battery.
  • The Carbon Fusion Pro is 8 lb lighter.
  • The Fold 1 assists 3 mph faster.
  • The Carbon Fusion Pro uses a torque sensor; the Fold 1 uses a cadence sensor.
  • The Carbon Fusion Pro ships as class 2; the Fold 1 ships as class 2–3.

Every spec, side by side

Carbon Fusion ProFold 1
Headline
Price$1,999$1,299
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$3.78 per Wh$2.14 per Wh
Model year20262026
Motor
Torque60 Nm70 Nm
Motor power500 W750 W
Peak power720 W1050 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeUrtopiaVelotric
SensorTorqueCadence
Battery & range
Battery529 Wh608 Wh
Voltage36V48V
Capacity14.7 Ah—
CellsSamsung/LG18650
Removable batteryYes—
Range (claim)—55 mi
Range as stated—Up to 55 miles pedal assist, 45 miles on throttle
Est. real range33 mi30 mi
Estimate assumes16 Wh per mile20 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight55 lb63 lb
Max load330 lb440 lb
Rack capacity—120 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 2Class 3
ClassClass 2Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed25 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed7-speed
DrivetrainShimanoShimano 7-speed (11-28T)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor—180 mm
Rear rotor—180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Hardtail (front only)
Fork travel60 mm60 mm
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesYes
Suspension seatpost—No
Tires—20 x 3.0 puncture resistant
Display—1.8" LCD
FrameToray carbon fibreAluminum alloy
Sizes—One size (4'9" to 6'5")
Step-through option—Yes
Included
LightsYesYes
Fenders—Yes
Rack—Yes
Kickstand—Yes
SafetyUL 2271UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2271: battery onlyUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itBattery UL 2271 Certified (Classic also EN 50604)Most Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2-Year Warranty (brand policy)2 Year Warranty (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from newurtopia.com on 09/20/2026 and www.velotricbike.com on 09/30/2026. Manufacturers revise specs without notice: confirm before buying.

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