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Velotric Discover 2 vs Velotric Tempo

Two commuter e-bikes at $1,499–$1,499, 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 Discover 2 carries 332 Wh more battery.
  • The Discover 2 makes 30 Nm more torque.
  • The Tempo is 24 lb lighter.
  • The Discover 2 claims 15 more miles of range.
  • The Discover 2 is hardtail (front only); the Tempo is rigid.

Every spec, side by side

Discover 2Tempo
Headline
Price$1,499$1,499
CategoryCommuterCommuter
Price per Wh$2.12 per Wh$4.01 per Wh
Model year20242026
Motor
Torque75 Nm45 Nm
Motor power750 W350 W
Peak power—650 W
DriveRear hubRear hub
Motor makeVelotricVelotric
SensorTorque + cadenceTorque + cadence
Battery & range
Battery706 Wh374 Wh
Voltage48V36V
Capacity—10.14 Ah
Cells—Samsung/LG 21700
Removable batteryYes—
Range (claim)75 mi60 mi
Range as statedUp to 75 milesUp to 60 miles pedal assist, 40 miles on throttle (187 lb rider, Eco, flat roads)
Est. real range35 mi31 mi
Estimate assumes20 Wh per mile12 Wh per mile
Weight & capacity
Weight63 lb39 lb
Max load—330 lb
Class & speed
Ships asClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mphClass 2: throttle, assist to 20 mph
Unlocks toClass 3Class 3
ClassClass 2–3Class 2–3
ThrottleYesYes
Top assisted speed28 mph28 mph
Build
Gears8-speed8-speed
DrivetrainShimano (11-42T)Shimano 8-speed (11-40T, 46T narrow-wide)
BrakesHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Front rotor180 mm180 mm
Rear rotor180 mm180 mm
SuspensionHardtail (front only)Rigid
Fork travel80 mmRigid
Rear travelNoneNone
Front suspensionYesNo
Suspension seatpostNoNo
Tires27.5 x 2.5 Kenda700 x 42c Kenda puncture-resistant gravel
Display3.5" colour, Bluetooth2.0" left-mounted full colour, Bluetooth, NFC
Frame—6061 triple-butted aluminum alloy
SizesRegular, LargeMid-Step Regular/Large, High-Step Regular/Large
Step-through optionYesNo
Included
LightsYesYes
FendersYesNo
RackYesNo
KickstandYesYes
SafetyUL 2849*UL 2849*
Safety certificationUL 2849: most models, confirm this oneUL 2849: most models, confirm this one
As the maker states itMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 CertifiedMost Velotric e-bikes are UL 2271 Recognized and UL 2849 Certified
Warranty2 yr2 yr
Warranty terms2 Year Warranty2 Year Warranty (brand policy)

Specs transcribed from electricbikereview.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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