Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1
Giant · All-mountain e-bike· €5999.00
Our verdict
For max range and power — 800Wh + 85 Nm + carbon at €5999. Most practical e-MTB in this list.
Detailed review
The Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1 is for riders prioritising max range and power over weight savings. The 800Wh battery is the largest in this comparison — realistic 80-120 km in Eco mode, enough for a full Limburg-hills day without recharging. The SyncDrive Pro2 motor (Yamaha-based with Giant tuning) delivers 85 Nm, sufficient for the steepest Cauberg or Vaalserberg climbs.
The Maestro full-suspension platform has been Giant's house design for years and sits at enduro level. 140mm front / 150mm rear gives enough travel for technical Brabant singletrack without overkill for the average Dutch rider. The carbon Trance Advanced frame combines light weight with stiffness.
Trade-off versus the Trek Fuel EXe: you save €500 plus get 60% more range and 35 Nm more motor, but you carry 5 kg more weight. For a worry-free Veluwe trails day this is the more practical pick. For analog feel: take the Trek.
Who is this for?
- All-day e-MTB riders prioritising range
- Riders tackling heavy terrain and steep climbs
- Giant fans preferring local dealers
What to watch out for
- 24 kg noticeable when lifting or carrying
- Not the right pick for analog-feel seekers
Specifications
Drivetrain
| Motor | Giant SyncDrive Pro2 (85 Nm) |
| Battery | 800 Wh EnergyPak Smart |
| Range | 80-120 km Eco |
| Drivetrain | Shimano XT 12-speed |
Suspension & wheels
| Front travel | Fox 36 Performance Elite, 140 mm |
| Rear travel | Fox Float X Performance, 150 mm |
| Wheel size | 29" |
| Weight | 24 kg |
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Pros and cons
Pros
- 800Wh battery — 80-120 km range in Eco mode
- SyncDrive Pro2 (85 Nm Yamaha-based) for steep climbs
- Carbon frame with Maestro suspension platform
- Local Giant dealer network for service
Cons
- At 24 kg one of the heaviest bikes in its class
- No lightweight feel like the Trek Fuel EXe
Use case fit
How well does this product fit different bike types?
| E-Mountain Bikes | 96 |
| Mountain Bikes | 88 |
| Electric Bikes | 75 |
| Fat Bikes | 72 |