Batavus Finez E-go Power vs Giant Explore E+ 2
Comparison 2026 — Electric Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Giant Explore E+ 2 edges out the Batavus Finez E-go Power with an overall score of 87/100 against 85/100. It scores particularly well on motor performance (85/100) and comfort (89/100), making it the better all-round pick in Electric Bikes.
The Batavus Finez E-go Power remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €2499.00 versus €2799.00.
Motor performance winner
Giant Explore E+ 2
3% higher than its rival
Value winner
Batavus Finez E-go Power
6% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Batavus Finez E-go Power | Giant Explore E+ 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €2499.00+12% | €2799.00 |
| Rating | ★4.5 (920) | ★4.5 (760) |
| Overall | 85/100 | 87/100+2% |
| Motor & Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus | Giant SyncDrive Sport (Yamaha) |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 80 Nm+60% |
| Support modes | Eco/Tour/Sport/Turbo | Eco/Basic/Active/Sport/Power |
| Gearing | Shimano Nexus 7-speed | Shimano Deore 10-speed+43% |
| Drive | Ketting in gesloten kast | Ketting |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 500 Wh | 500 Wh EnergyPak |
| Range | 60-110 km | 60-110 km |
| Charge time | 4.5 uur / 4.5 hours | 4.5 uur / 4.5 hours |
| Removable | Ja / Yes | Ja / Yes |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | ALUXX aluminium |
| Frame type | Lage instap / Step-through | Trekking diamant / Trekking diamond |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Suspension | Voorvork / Front fork | SR Suntour NEX 63 mm |
| Seatpost | Geveerd / Suspension | Standaard / Standard |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | Shimano Rollerbrakes | Hydraulische schijfremmen Tektro / Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro |
| Lighting | AXA Blueline 30 lux+900% | Supernova E3 60 lux |
| Lock | ART-2 ringslot / ART-2 ring lock | Optioneel / Optional |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) | 25 km/h (wettelijk / legal limit) |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 26.5 kg | 23.9 kg+11% |
| Max load | 130 kg | 136 kg+5% |
Pros and cons
Batavus Finez E-go Power
Pros
- Shimano Nexus 7-speed hub gear needs almost no maintenance and shifts silently
- Bosch Active Line Plus is whisper-quiet and delivers a natural 50 Nm of support
- Fully enclosed chaincase keeps clothing clean in rain and mud
- Very strong second-hand value thanks to the Batavus dealer network
Cons
- Roller brakes are weaker than disc brakes, especially on steep descents
- Only 7 gears limit flexibility in hilly terrain
Giant Explore E+ 2
Pros
- SyncDrive Sport motor delivers strong 80 Nm torque for hills and headwinds
- Sporty trekking geometry combines speed with comfort
- SR Suntour front fork with 63 mm travel for unpaved paths
- Shimano Deore 10-speed with wide range for both city and dunes
Cons
- No integrated rear rack or mudguards as standard
- Yamaha motor has a smaller service network than Bosch in the Netherlands