Babboe Curve-E vs Babboe City
Comparison 2026 — Cargo Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Babboe Curve-E edges out the Babboe City with an overall score of 82/100 against 75/100. It scores particularly well on cargo capacity (92/100) and maneuverability (70/100), making it the better all-round pick in Cargo Bikes.
The Babboe City remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €1999.00 versus €3299.00.
Cargo capacity winner
Babboe Curve-E
14% higher than its rival
Value winner
Babboe City
6% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Babboe Curve-E | Babboe City |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €3299.00 | €1999.00+65% |
| Rating | ★4.4 (1,420) | ★4.3 (2,150) |
| Overall | 82/100+9% | 75/100 |
| Cargo Box & Capacity | ||
| Type | 3-wieler (kantelbaar)+50% | 2-wieler |
| Box dimensions | 95 × 78 × 50 cm+6% | 90 × 60 × 45 cm |
| Max box load | 100 kg+25% | 80 kg |
| Seats | 4 kinderen (2 bankjes)+100% | 2-4 kinderen (2 bankjes) |
| Rain cover | Optioneel | Optioneel |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | Yamaha PWseries ST | Geen / None |
| Torque | 70 Nm | n.v.t. / n/a |
| Gearing | Shimano Nexus 8+14% | Shimano Nexus 7 |
| Drive | Ketting / Chain | Ketting / Chain |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | Yamaha 500 Wh | — |
| Range | 40-70 km afhankelijk van belading | — |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | — |
| Frame & Safety | ||
| Frame material | Staal (versterkt post-2024) | Staal |
| Brakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen | V-brake voor, rollerbrake achter |
| Lock | AXA ringslot | Ringslot (geen ART) |
| Lighting | LED (accu-gevoed) | Naafdynamo LED |
| Parking stand | n.v.t. (drie-wieler blijft staan) | Tweepootstandaard |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 220 cm | 245 cm+11% |
| Weight | 67 kg | 48 kg+40% |
| Total max load | 220 kg+22% | 180 kg |
Pros and cons
Babboe Curve-E
Pros
- Three-wheeler stays upright — no balance stress when loading kids
- Large curved box takes up to 100 kg plus four kids
- Yamaha mid-drive motor with four levels of pedal assist
- Tilt system allows sharper cornering than classic trikes
Cons
- Affected by the 2024 NVWA recall — frame updates required
- Three-wheelers ride less naturally than two-wheelers, especially at speed
- Yamaha motor feels weaker than the Bosch CX in the Urban Arrow
Babboe City
Pros
- Sharply priced — one of the cheapest ways to start cargo-bike life
- Two-wheeler handles and steers more naturally than three-wheelers, especially in corners
- Wooden box with two benches fits 2-4 kids plus groceries
- Low step-through and simple mechanical maintenance
Cons
- Without a motor it is tough to pedal fully loaded into a headwind or up a ramp
- The Babboe brand name was damaged by the 2024 NVWA recall
- Finish is functional but not at the level of an Urban Arrow or Gazelle