Ultralight folding electric bike for trains and stairs – ENGWE Zip

The Zip is the folding e-bike in the range designed for multimodal travel: it folds into a compact package and weighs little, so you can take it on the train, the metro or up to the office. In return, its 360 Wh battery gives about 25–35 km real-world, enough for most urban return trips.

Guide price: €1,099 (VAT included). See the full data in the specifications on this page.

Estimated real-world range

The manufacturer claims up to 120 km, measured with minimum assistance, flat ground and a light rider. In normal use (medium assistance, a 75–85 kg adult, some hills and stops) we estimate between 26 and 36 km per charge, based on 10–14 Wh/km with its 360 Wh battery. With maximum assistance, cold weather or steep climbs, expect the lower end of the range.

Example: for a 10 km commute each way, you would need to charge it roughly every 1–1 working days.

Who is the ENGWE Zip for?

• Riders who need to carry it: at 19.4 kg it can be taken up stairs or onto a train without much effort.
• Mostly flat terrain: 40 Nm is enough in town, but you will need to pedal more on long climbs.
• Riders who value braking: hydraulic disc brakes stop with little effort and need less adjustment.

Do you need a licence or number plate?

No. With 250 W rated power and assistance up to 25 km/h, it is treated as a bicycle in the EU: no licence, no registration and it can use cycle lanes. In Spain helmets are compulsory on interurban roads and for under-16s everywhere.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the real-world range of the ENGWE Zip?

In normal use we estimate between 26 and 36 km per charge; the manufacturer claims up to 120 km in ideal conditions.

Do you need a licence for the ENGWE Zip?

No. It is a 250 W pedal-assist bicycle with assistance up to 25 km/h, so no licence, registration or compulsory insurance is required.

How much does the ENGWE Zip weigh?

19.4 kg, and it folds for storage or transport.

Where can I buy the ENGWE Zip?

NovoDix compares the model and sends you to the official brand store, where the purchase is completed with its warranty and delivery.

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